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Photos by Wim Wenders and partner in Madrid

The exhibition includes scenes from many of the famous director's movies and his wife's work as his photography director.

How restaurant service in Spain has evolved

Gwendolyn Alston wonders if good and personalised service in Spanish restaurants is a thing of the past.

Spain starts exhuming grave of poet Garcia Lorca

Any bones found in the mass grave in Alfaca will be sent for analysis to enable families to identify their ancestors.

Visiting a Spanish dentist

Blogger Chris Showers experienced a cultural shock upon his first visit to an outspoken and talkative Spanish dentist.

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06/11/2009 From Barcelona: What is a Catalan?

Once again, blogger Jeremy Holland deals with the tricky issue of explaining the differences between Catalans and the rest of Spain.

05/11/2009 Visiting a Spanish dentist

Blogger Chris Showers experienced a cultural shock upon his first visit to an outspoken and talkative Spanish dentist.

30/10/2009 Oye, rubia: ¡Feliz Halloween!

Blogger Kristen Bernardi brings one of the season’s childhood past times to Spain.

23/10/2009 From Barcelona: Are Barcelona residents really that happy?

Blogger Jeremy Holland delves into what foreigners and locals in Barcelona truly feel about living in the third happiest city.

22/10/2009 Oye, rubia: Why Madrid is not ready for 2016 Olympics

Blogger Kristen Bernardi voices an unpopular opinion on why she is okay with Madrid not hosting the 2016 Olympics.

16/10/2009 Photo blog: Images of Madrid

Photographer Felicia F captures the beauty of the Spanish capital with five photos.

09/10/2009 From Barcelona: So you want to live in Spain?

Blogger Jeremy Holland talks about why Americans may find it exceptionally hard to adjust to life in Spain.

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Checklist for expats moving to Spain

Checklist for expats moving to Spain

Before you head out to explore the new city, make sure your paperwork's all done by referring to our guide.

Job hunting in Spain

Job hunting in Spain

Looking for a job just got harder with the global recession. Here’s a guide to make things a tad easier.

How to open a bank account in Spain

How to open a bank account in Spain

Expatica's guide to opening a bank account in Spain.

Spain country factbook

Spain country factbook

This in-depth profile of Spain includes geography, people, government, economy and transnational issues.