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Admit it. You feel frustrated after reading so much contradictory information about driving in Spain, in particular when it comes to exchanging / renewing your EU driving licence. That frustration sounds familiar. I was there before, believe it or not. Even though I’m a native Spaniard, I used to feel [...]

Let’s face it: You are afraid of the Spanish driving medical certificate. There is a voice inside your head warning you: “You are not going to pass the examination” it says. “I’m not young or fit enough to pass a medical test anymore”, you think afterwards. And you may also [...]

You don’t feel immortal anymore. Neither do I. Years go by. Life passes swiftly. And it seems even faster in Spain, doesn’t it? We all know at this point that health problems have nothing to do with the country flag you wave, the language you speak, how much money you [...]

In a formal description we could say that “112 is a free emergency telephone number in Spain which offers a 24/7 emergency service to any person located within the country of Spain, regardless of their nationality and legal status”. In my own words: “112 is the phone number you must [...]

See? Nothing has happened. The world has not stopped for even a single microsecond after the new regulation on driving licences came into effect in Spain. I know you felt the panic running through your veins. You thought: “My goodness, am I driving on an illegal driving licence?” Or more [...]

Must all European Union driving licences be changed to Spanish Licences after the new regulation? Do you have to change your EU licence if you do not have Spanish residency? In the case that the new regulations apply to you, do you need a medical certificate? I’ll answer these three [...]

I knew this would happen. It was merely a matter of time. Sorry to tell you this: but you will need to renew your licence in order to obtain the required Spanish licence. In addition, as collateral damage, one way or another you will have to pay some money. Now, [...]

After researching Spanish food, and particularly the Mediterranean Diet, I realised there are three important factors in traditional Spanish gastronomy: climate, shortage and inheritance. Let me briefly explain you my conclusions: • Climate – Certain types of foods are only feasible in areas of moderate temperature. • Shortage – Centuries [...]

I know you want to learn Spanish. It’s like a dream. Being fluent in Spanish. Conversing with the Spanish like a real native (shouting or not). I was in that same position one day. I had a dream: winning the lottery. I travelled all over the world in my dreams, [...]