by cwells | 2023-01-31 | Culture, Festival, Spain, Valencia
Next to the historic North Train Station in Valencia (Estació del Nord in Valenciano), there is a thriving Asian community. While not quite matching the grandeur of San Francisco’s Chinatown, Valencia’s smaller version is still a rich resource worthy of experiencing....
by cwells | 2023-01-24 | Culture, Food, Housing, Spain, Valencia
One of the strongest comparisons between the Spanish and American culture is the different needs and expectations for space. In the United States, having your own home that is separated from others is part of the “American Dream.” (Somebody cue the white picket...
by cwells | 2023-01-17 | Bicycle, Bus, Car, Expat, Spain, Train, Transit, Travel, Walking
Over the years, this blog has connected me with lots of great folks. It’s fun to take an adventure, albeit virtually, with someone else. It’s a wide world filled with cultures, experiences, and opportunities. I’ve learned so much from my readers and my friends! Over...
by cwells | 2023-01-10 | Culture, Expat, Spain, Spanish, Technology
In my previous post about listening skills, I discussed the real-world challenge of tuning your ear to a new language. As I mentioned before, there are four major language development skills (at least in today’s world): Speaking, listening, reading, and...
by cwells | 2023-01-03 | Culture, Festival, Holiday, Spain, Valencia, Walking
Understanding the holiday season between December and January is a somewhat difficult-to-navigate exercise. The long religious influence of mainly Roman Catholic calendar events reaches into many corners. Enter your text here… Mercadillo stall Mercadillo stall...
