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Ryan Osborne • June, 04 2023

Best Things to Do in Barcelona for Summer 2023

Barcelona was built for summer life. From the beach to the mountains and everything in between, there's a certain bliss in the warmer months, when nothing else matters but the moment. Here, in the summer, lifelong memories are made. Of course, it’s n...

Rachel Punter • May, 29 2023

My personal account of learning to teach English: Baby You’re a Firework!

Image Caption: Not only one, but nearly two beautiful rainbows seen from my balcony. If you are reading this, you may be considering signing up to complete TEFL Iberia’s 4-week intensive Trinity CertTESOL course. Just ten weeks ago, that was me. Cha...

Ryan Osborne • May, 04 2023

Can You Teach English Without a TEFL Certificate?

Can You Teach English Without a TEFL Certificate? More and more people are making the life-changing decision to move to another country and teach English as a foreign language (TEFL). And, truthfully, it’s no surprise – teaching English abroad is an ...

Ryan Osborne • March, 28 2023

Best things to do in Barcelona for spring 2023

Ah, springtime! That time of year when flowers bloom, days become warmer and longer, and new plans and projects are put into place. Springtime in Barcelona is a truly wonderful time! After the winter chill has faded away, we all begin to look out for...

Ryan Osborne • March, 14 2023

Best Calçotada in Barcelona 2023

An essential wintertime experience while living in Barcelona, the calçotada is emblematic of the rustic charm of Catalan culture and the undisputed smoky-sweet star of the season. Let’s peel back the luscious layers and find out what it is, why it m...

Ryan Osborne • March, 13 2023

Your Guide to La Feria de Abril in Seville

It’s one of Spain’s most glorious festivals. A colourful celebration of the coming of spring, La Feria de Abril is a time to mix and mingle, sing and dance, eat and drink, and to party like there’s no tomorrow! In true Spanish style, there’s a lot of...