A Multifaceted Spanish Writer: 6 Books by Carol Zardetto
Carol Zardetto books are an enjoyable exploration of Guatemala’s past and present culture. The writing style of Zardetto is all over the place, as her refusals to be labeled and her exploration of all kinds of genres—from novel to short stories, with essays, script-writing, and even a libretto for an opera—can attest. Read this article to learn more about Carol Zardetto books, her...Read More
War and Peace: Military Vocabulary in Spanish
War has (unfortunately!) always been part of human history, which makes learning vocabulary about the military in Spanish an important step in your learning process. The military is part of every country’s life and Spanish-speaking countries are no exception. What’s more, each military has its own unique terms that you need to learn, especially if you’re in the defense and security...Read More
6 Excellent, Must-Read Books by Award-winning Author Eduardo Halfon
Eduardo Halfon books are among the most popular Latin American literary works in the English-speaking world right now. Why? You have to read this article to find out. It has to do with attempting to define one’s identity and searching for answers about one’s own past. But first, let’s discuss why you should read literature in Spanish, who Eduardo Halfon is, and why you...Read More
10 Mind-Blowing Reasons to Explore Patagonia in Argentina & Chile
At the southern end of the South American continent, Patagonia extends its vastness in a natural landscape like none other. Populated since ancient times but discovered by Europeans just 500 years ago, this region is a land of legendary hardness and mythical beauty. Stay with me while I take you on a trip to the mysterious Patagonia, including a bit of its history and...Read More
Celebrate at the Costa Maya Festival in Belize this Summer
The International Costa Maya Festival is Belize’s largest cultural celebration and a joyful celebration of Mayan culture. Set in a paradise-like island at the point where the Mexican Riviera Maya ends and the Central American Costa Maya starts, the Costa Maya Festival in Ambergris Caye is a truly international celebration. It brings together the Mayan World and the Central American...Read More
Fiesta de la Virgen de la Asunción, Guatemala
Every year on August 15, Guatemala City celebrates its patroness with the Fiesta de la Virgen de la Asunción. It’s a fascinating tradition and a colorful expression of Guatemalan culture and history. Although the origin of the festivity is religious, the celebration has grown into a much bigger festival that includes social, cultural, and gastronomic events. Stay with me to...Read More
Argentina’s Train to the Clouds: One of the Highest Railways in the World
Imagine yourself in South America—riding the legendary “Train to the Clouds” all the way across Argentina’s highest peaks! Now, look out the window and marvel at the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes mountains as you immerse yourself into the past! If this pulse-pounding scene sounds like your kind of adventure, keep on reading to discover everything you need to know about one of the...Read More
Master Pronominal Verbs in Spanish Grammar
Pronominal verbs in Spanish are highly useful verbs that allow you to express ideas that other “normal” verbs simply can’t. But, what makes these verbs so special? Keep reading to learn: What the pronominal verbs in Spanish areWhich pronouns accompany them all the timeThe 6 types of pronominal verbs in Spanish. Then, discover a top 10 list of the most commonly...Read More
The History and Purpose of Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls
The popular running of the bulls in Pamplona is one of Spain’s most spectacular festivities. However, it’s also one of its most controversial traditions. Since Ernest Hemingway included some of the traditions involved in the San Fermín Festival in one of his novels, Pamplona’s running of the bulls has captured the imagination of thousands of people around the...Read More