Eight Reasons to Fall in Love with Spanish Culture

by | 2/05/24 | News & Views, Uncategorised

Traditions That Bring Joy and Connection

Embark on a journey to Spain, where happiness is woven into the fabric of everyday life. Spain offers a unique blend of vibrant culture, delightful weather, and sumptuous cuisine that collectively inspire joy and relaxation during your stay.

  1. The Joy of Tapas

Tapas are a cornerstone of Spanish dining, designed to be enjoyed socially. Roaming from one eatery to another, locals delight in these flavour-packed bites. This style of eating encourages communal dining and conversation, making each meal a social event in its own right.

  1. Coffee as a Social Ritual

Forget the quick espresso shot; coffee in Spain is a leisurely affair. It’s customary to enjoy a coffee seated and amidst lively chatter. Whether after a meal or just a midday break, Spaniards view coffee time as an opportunity to relax and engage in good conversation.

  1. Culinary Excellence with Olive Oil

Olive oil is essential in Spanish kitchens, much revered for its health benefits and flavour. It’s the foundation of the Mediterranean diet, recognized by UNESCO as a valuable cultural heritage. The nation’s chefs, renowned for their culinary skills, continue to gain international praise, elevating Spanish cuisine on the global stage.

  1. Flexible Dining Hours

Spanish dining times may come as a pleasant surprise to visitors. Breakfast can extend to midday, with the day’s meals stretching well into the night. Restaurants and bars accommodate with extremely flexible hours, allowing you to savour local flavours at almost any hour—perfect for those looking to break free from their usual routines.

  1. A Passion for the Outdoors

In Spain, the allure of the outdoors is irresistible. Terrace bars brimming with life are a common sight throughout the southern regions, thanks to the perennial sunshine. Spaniards cherish their sunlit days and often spend them strolling through bustling avenues or enjoying vibrant nocturnal street life, especially during the festive summer months.

  1. Inclusive Leisure

In Spain, leisure activities cater to all ages. Public spaces like parks, beaches, and plazas are frequented by people across generations, creating a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere. The walkability of Spanish cities further enhances the enjoyment of outdoor activities for everyone, including the elderly.

  1. A Culture of Optimism

Spaniards are known for their warm, cheerful disposition. Perhaps it’s the sunny climate, the southern heritage, or the pleasure of good company that fosters their generally jovial nature. Renowned for their humour, Spaniards often look at life with a positive outlook, making every moment count.

  1. The Allure of Costa Blanca Golf

The Costa Blanca is renowned not just for its picturesque beaches but also for its exceptional golf courses. Accessible and beautifully maintained, these courses offer enthusiasts a chance to play amidst breathtaking landscapes. The region’s mild climate allows for year-round golfing, making it a perfect destination for players of all skill levels. This accessibility, coupled with world-class facilities, ensures that every golfer’s experience is nothing short of wonderful.

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Christmas & New Year Incredible Weather in Alicante Area

by | 3/01/23 | News & Views

Incredible Weather in Alicante Area Over Christmas & New Year

In short sleeves and on the beach, as the year came to an end in the Alicante Province. This was how many people said goodbye to 2022 with more than pleasant temperatures, inappropriate for the time of the year, well in excess of twenty degrees, with the Climatology Laboratory of the University of Alicante confirming figures that are well above the average for recent years.

” We appear to be witnessing fewer and fewer cold spells at Christmas,” says climatologist Jorge Olcina, who said that “the end-of-year temperatures over the last two years are between five and six degrees above the average maximum temperature for December in the Alicante Province”.

The data confirms what we all know of course, a sensation shared by the people of Alicante where coats, at least during the day, became an accessory, carried in the back of the car, ‘just in case’.

The year 2022 has seen one of the highest temperatures in the last week of the year in Alicante , close to 22 degrees (21.6), which has only been exceeded on three previous occasions (2015, with 22 .2 degrees; in 2017, with 23 degrees, and in 2021, with 23.9 degrees), temperatures that are far removed from the coldest year in recent times in the Alicante capital, where, in 2013 the mercury was below 15 degrees.

As Olcina points out, “in the last ten years there has been a tendency towards a predominance of anticyclonic situations with maximum temperatures above the average”. “This has a clearly positive effect on tourist activity in the province,” he added, alluding to the sector that benefits the most when temperatures are pleasant.

Historically, according to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), the mercury reached 23.6 degrees at the end of the year in 1996. On New Years Day, however, we saw a maximum of 21 degrees and a minimum of ten degrees, temperatures that they would ‘cry out for’ in the UK and Ireland.

Unfortunately, though, it will now start to go downhill as, in general, temperatures are expected to drop gradually at the start of 2023, up to a 17 maximum and 6 minimum forecast for the night of The Three Kings.

This article was written by Kevin Reardon https://www.theleader.info/

 

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