César Manrique’s Lanzarote

Nick BallJune 18, 2012

LANZAROTE, SPAIN. The small Canary island of Lanzarote boasts something of a reputation as a beach holiday destination – and little wonder as there are close to...

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La Tabacalera

Michael KrumholtzJune 15, 2012

MADRID, SPAIN. Planted firm behind the traffic hurrying around Glorieta de Embajadores, shining under shadows, a once-abandoned factory stirs alive. An exterior...

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10 Tips For Writing ESL Lesson Plans

ROOSTERGNN StaffJune 13, 2012

GLOBAL. Writing lesson plans is one of a teacher's most important responsibilities. Having a good lesson plan makes the teacher's job easier and allows students...

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Tandoori Station

ROOSTERGNN StaffJune 11, 2012

MADRID, SPAIN. There's no need to travel all the way to New Delhi for some samosas. Now, you can get a taste of India right here, in Madrid's barrio Salamanca. ...

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A Weekend in Gran Canaria

Michael KrumholtzJune 6, 2012

Gran Canaria is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve that offers numerous things to do, including hiking trails, nudist beaches, sand boarding opportunities, as well as nighttime fever for those who love to party....

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1862 Dry Bar

Shawn MoksvoldJune 1, 2012

MADRID, SPAIN. Along the narrow streets of Malasaña, there are seemingly endless spots to enjoy a drink, but sometimes bars and cafés begin to look and feel the...

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How to Choose a Teaching Job in Spain

Lauren AloiseMay 30, 2012

Private classes, teaching at an international school, taking part in the Auxiliares program...which teaching position is right for you? (And how much does it pay!)...

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A Weekend in Mallorca

Michael KrumholtzMay 29, 2012

Even for the traveler who doesn’t return, Mallorca leaves a permanent mark, a tattoo on the memory. Even for the traveler who doesn’t return, Mallorca leaves a permanent mark, a tattoo on the memory. ...

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How to Get a Job Teaching English in Spain: Do I Need a TEFL Certificate?

Lauren AloiseMay 16, 2012

Do you really need a TEFL certificate to teach English in Spain? Read on to find out. ...

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PHOTO STORY | Study Abroad in Granada, Spain

Paige HeimarkMay 9, 2012

There's more to Granada than the Alhambra. Study abroad student Paige Heimark shares her favorite spots in her new home: Granada, Spain. There's more to Granada than the Alhambra. Study abroad student Paige Heimark shares her favorite spots in her new home: Granada, Spain. ...

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How to Find Jobs as a Private English Teacher in Spain

Lauren AloiseMay 4, 2012

A guide to finding jobs as a private English teacher in Spain. ...

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7 Family-Friendly Activities to Do in Madrid

ROOSTERGNN StaffApril 30, 2012

MADRID, SPAIN. The streets and avenues of Madrid are not a haven for children; cars, buses and even pedestrians can be a possible threat. For successful, and fu...

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Casino de Madrid

ROOSTERGNN StaffApril 20, 2012

MADRID, SPAIN. Don't let the name mislead you. The Casino de Madrid might carry the word "casino," but that doesn't mean that you can gamble here. Back in 1836,...

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A Weekend in Lanzarote

ROOSTERGNN StaffApril 13, 2012

LANZAROTE, SPAIN. Lanzarote forms part of the Canary Islands, -it is the fourth largest of them. However, as the Spanish would say, Lanzarote "no tiene nada que...

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Casa Mingo Restaurant

ROOSTERGNN StaffApril 9, 2012

A historic restaurant popular for its pollo asado (grilled chicken). Sip on sidra (cider) while you eat. A historic restaurant popular for its pollo asado (grilled chicken). Sip on sidra (cider) while you eat. ...

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English-Language Cinemas in Madrid

ROOSTERGNN StaffApril 4, 2012

MADRID, SPAIN. In Spain, most cinemas show dubbed films. However, large cities like Madrid also cater to those who want to see films in the original language, o...

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