So Why ¨98 and ¾¨ You May Ask? Interpretation of Dr. Seuss´ Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Lori Needleman As we travel through a magical world, Exotic places far and near, Steer ourselves clear of things that frighten, make us lonely or feel less than holy. As with life´s ups… and downs, We´ll…
I walked home returning from the Sunday ¨la comida¨ with a fast gait hoping to miss the summer rainfall. When the rain starts, it usually hits quite fast – sometimes with violent hail! When this happens everyone stops and usually gets stuck in La Plaza Torico until it passes. I love stormy days during…
13 Reasons to Love Albarracín How would you feel if you were transported instantly to the Middle Ages? Thats what happened the first time I visited Albarracín, a small town 30 minutes from Teruel and two hours from Valencia, Spain. This sleepy little tourist village lies 3,878 feet above sea level, and is unspoilt by…
Just ended the SocialTrip with #SienteTeruel after spending a few fabulous days in the Comarca del Matarraña (Valderrobres, Peñarroya de Tastavins, Beceite). The experience of being with social media experts and bloggers has been wonderful. Matarraña is one of ten municipals in the province of Teruel. Words cannot express the gratitude to all, especially sienteTeruel,…
While not everyone loves Valentine’s Day, imagine jumping on a flight to Spain and spending February 14th transported to the Middle Ages. That’s what it’s like during Las Bodas de Isabel de Segura, a festival dedicated to celebrating the love between two 13th-century young lovers known as Los Amantes de Teruel. Years ago, I was stuck…
Lori Needleman, Pregonera de Las Bodas de Isabel 2013 (original de La Revista XVII Edición de Las Bodas de Isabel de Segura) Lori Needleman, con su acento inequívocamente americano, fue en 2013 la encargada de dar la bienvenida a los asistentes a Las Bodas de Isabel desde el balcón de la que fue Casa de…
El Día de Los Reyes Magos (The Day of the Three Kings) is the most anticipated holiday of the year for Spanish children. Also known as Epiphany, it’s celebrated 12 days after Christmas and marks the day Los Reyes Magos, the Three Kings from the East, brought gold and gifts to the newly-born Baby Jesus.…
Yesterday, I asked a group of Spanish teenagers what they typically do on New Year´s Eve and it seems to be a fair consensus that most enjoy the evening at home with family… although, when the clock strikes twelve, they run off to be with their friends. Even with the crisis looming over Spain, many…