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a collection of articles about the EU - European Union - austerity and the debt crisis (2009-present)
A curated list from Summit Global Education, with recommended resources to watch (read or listen to) before, during, or after your upcoming trip to Europe
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A collection of resources about Spain's travel and tourism sector, this compilation offers insights into the country's rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant cities. It covers essential themes such as historical landmarks, culinary experiences, natural attractions, and regional festivals. Additionally, the resources provide prac...
European Colonial History in Africa, Asia and the Americas
Walking, Hiking - in Spain and France
A collection of articles about Spain and immigration
History of Spain - 16th, 17th Century
Train travel in Spain
A collection of articles about Madrid, Spain
A collection about Barcelona
History of Spain - Moors, Islamic
History of Spain - civil war, Franco
a collection of articles and videos about Train travel in Europe
A collection about Barcelona and Catalan culture, history, issues
Spain - Education and Study Abroad
travel in Europe
articles and videos about food in Spain
Spain - colonial history, culture
Spain - Spanish influence, history in Africa
a collection of articles about Spain and Politics
a collection of articles about Spain - Special Report from The Economist
A collection about Barcelona
a look at the history, geography, politics, business and more. Travel boost: A curated list from Summit Global Education, with recommended resources to watch (read or listen to) before, during, or after your upcoming trip to Europe
Railway Journeys: Experience Europe through its railways, combining efficiency with panoramic views. Discover the ease of train travel across the continent, from network navigation to optimal rail pass use.
Spain - geography and history, culture
FC Barcelona - football (soccer)
A collection about Barcelona with focus on tech and innovation
A collection of resources about global startup hubs and innovation clusters, exploring their role in fostering entrepreneurship, collaboration, and economic growth. Key themes include ecosystem development, funding opportunities, technology transfer, and the impact of cultural diversity on innovation.

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Malaga, Spain: Picasso’s home town is thriving

Spain. Sunshine in Malaga Valley. But will Málaga fall victim to its own success? | Europe (2025)


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Madrid is booming. Growing while keeping its cool will be the tricky part

A southern success story | Europe Madrid. A moment in the sun. (2024)


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Help me LP! What is the one train trip that can include the best of Spain?

Spain expert Isabella Noble recommends two itineraries for taking in beaches, cities and out-of-the-way destinations in sensational Spain. (2023)


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How did Europe become the richest part of the world? | Aeon Essays

In a time of great powers and empires, just one region of the world experienced extraordinary economic growth. How? How and why did the modern w... (2021)


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6 Stops on the Hunt for the Holy Grail

Tracing history’s most elusive holy relic will lead you to these real places.  While the Holy Grail is generally thought of as mythology, some b... (2017)


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A Political Shift in Madrid May Doom its Car Ban - CityLab 2019

With more conservative leadership moving in after elections, the Spanish capital’s pollution-fighting regulations on private vehicles may be in dan... (2019)


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Spain’s far-right Vox party shot from social media into parliament overnight. How? - Washington Post

Vox blazed across the Internet, dividing its country. Now it’s in parliament. "The slogan translates to “Make Spain Great Again.” The man is San... (2019)


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The Catalan question continues to divide - In two minds || The Economist

VIC, A PROSPEROUS town of 43,000 people about 90 minutes north of Barcelona, is sometimes called “the capital of Catalan Catalonia”. Almost every b... (2018)


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Spain’s democracy is about to turn 40. How well has it worn? - The Economist Special Report

The 40-year itch "MANY OF THE photos seem older than they are. In black and white, they show Spaniards wrapped in overcoats, the men with sidebu... (2018)


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Lessons from Spain’s recovery after the euro crisis || The Economist

Taking the pain out of Spain "JUST six years ago Spain seemed to be the European Union’s biggest economic calamity, menacing the survival of the... (2018)


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Why Europeans slack off in August - The Economist explains

MANY Europeans wishing to build a house, see a dentist or buy a baguette this month will have been disappointed. A surprising number of businesses ... (2018)


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The mosque in the cathedral - Spanish identity politics

WITH its Moorish arches and golden mihrab, the mosque-cathedral of Córdoba is one of the top tourist destinations in Spain. (2017)


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Robert Goodwin on 16th-century Spain - Quick Study

ROBERT GOODWIN is research fellow at University College London and author of “Crossing the Continent 1527-1540” (2009) and “Spain: The Centre of th... (2017)


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Global power - Spain’s golden age

Spain: The Centre of the World 1519-1682. By Robert Goodwin. Bloomsbury; 587 pages; $40 and £30. HABSBURG Spain in the 16th century was the world’... (2017)


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Forward defence - How Spain deals with migrants

What other Europeans can learn from Spanish efforts to limit illegal migration. THE rubbish-strewn beach at Hann, a suburb of Dakar, Senegal’s c... (2017)


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Out of sync with the sun... - The time in Spain

IN THE summer, Spaniards enjoy their long evenings, having a drink at a pavement terraza before dining at 10pm or later. Yet the evenings are far l... (2017)


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Workers in southern Europe are stuck in lousy jobs - The tempest

EMA ZELIKOVITCH, a 24-year-old philosophy graduate in Madrid, takes a deep breath before listing the jobs she has held over the past few years. Whi... (2017)


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The parable of Gibraltar and Britain - Bagehot

DAWN’S rays crest the palm and date fronds. Lights on the African coast pulsate gently through the February haze. In the shadows falling from the s... (2017)


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Explaining the lack of rain in Spain (and Italy) - Mediterranean drought

THE Gonella Hut, more than 3,000 metres up on the Italian side of Monte Bianco, should be bustling with climbers in August. Instead, it is empty. D... (2017)


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Spain Will Remove Catalonia Leader, Escalating Secession Crisis

New York Times, 2017: "Mariano Rajoy, in an unexpectedly forceful move, said Madrid would take control of the independence-minded region, pushing ... (2017)


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Understanding the European Union (book)

Understanding the European Union: A Concise Introduction (European Union (Paperback Adult)) 5th Edition (2017)


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Elite Soccer’s Culture of Graft | The New Republic

Cristiano Ronaldo's slap on the wrist for Spanish tax fraud belies the scale of the problem. (2019)


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The History of the EU (video, Youtube)

video youtube from Open University: The History of the EU with David Mitchell (video, Youtube) (2017)


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How the EU works (video, youtube)

youtube video: How the EU works (2017)


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The European Union Explained (youtube video)

video youtube: The European Union Explained (2017)


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10 of the best novels set in Spain – that will take you there | Literary trips

10 of the best novels set in Spain – that will take you there | Literary trips | The Guardian (2020)


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Superblocks: Barcelona’s radical urban plan to take back streets from cars - Vox

Introducing "superblocks." "In 2016, I wrote a brief story on “superblocks,” a hot new urban-planning idea out of Barcelona, Spain, that would r... (2019)


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'For me, this is paradise': life in the Spanish city that banned cars | Cities | The Guardian

In Pontevedra, the usual soundtrack of a Spanish city has been replaced by the tweeting of birds and the chatter of humans (2018)


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Why Barcelona locals really hate tourists | The Independent

Imagine you’re walking down the street in the city you’ve been dying to visit for months, or even years. You’re in a good mood because you’re on ho... (2017)


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Spain cracks King Ferdinand's 500-year-old secret code - BBC News

A secret code used in 16th-century letters by King Ferdinand is broken by intelligence agents. (2018)


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European Travel Skills with Rick Steves

Rick Steves European Travel Talk | Rick Steves shares the essential skills for smart European travel: itinerary planning, packing light, getting ca... (2023)


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Barcelona SCAMS: Tips For Avoiding Crime and Pickpockets in Spain.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ALL MY TRAVEL ADVENTURES AND TIPS! On this week's episode, I show you the most common scams to look our for when visiting Barcelona, ... (2024)


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ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BACKPACKING AROUND EUROPE | what it costs, budget travel tips, how to find hostels

Here is my complete how to guide on backpacking around Europe! I go over transportation options, how to find accommodation, budget travel tips to m... (2024)


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7 Things You Should NEVER Do In Madrid!

MadridRevealed7 things you should definitely avoid doing to have an authentic, memorable time. Venga, le... (2024)


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We were BOTH Robbed in Madrid (and how not to be)

My Madrid city guide includes safety tips and how to avoid common scams: Learn Spanish with Lingoda... (2023)


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Basque Country - Northern Spain, Southern France

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | The homeland of the proud and resilient Basque people is split between France and Spain. From our San Sebastián ... (2023)


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Why Didn't the Allies Get Rid of Franco After the Second World War? (Short Animated Documentary)

Given Franco's preferences during the Second World War (despite his official neutrality) along with his government's ideology, why didn't the allie... (2023)


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Highlights of Castile: Toledo and Salamanca

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | We roam the region of Castile, starting in Toledo — so well-preserved and packed with cultural wonder that the e... (2023)


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The Majesty of Madrid

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | After wandering the Plaza Mayor, do a little high-stakes gambling at one of Europe's biggest flea markets, ogle ... (2023)


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Rick Steves' Andalucía: The Best of Southern Spain

Join Rick as he weaves Andalucía's rich mix of culture, cuisine, history, and natural wonders into a 60-minute special. The hour includes the major... (2023)


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Napoleon's Great Blunder: Spain and Portugal 1808

In 1808, Napoleon's rivalry with Britain led to an ill-fated intervention in Portugal and Spain, that sparked a nationalist revolt against the Fren... (2023)


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The Alhambra Explained

Explore with me the medieval citadel of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain, and its precious Nasrid Palaces seen from an architectural point of view. I... (2023)


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Why wasn't Portugal conquered by Spain?

Why wasn't Portugal conquered by Spain? (2023)


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Why Spain (Still) Has Cities in Africa

Why Spain (Still) Has Cities in Africa (2023)


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Why 70% of Spain is Empty

Why 70% of Spain is Empty (2022)


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Why Barcelona Looks Weird

I can be wrong, and I will be wrong. This is a video on the Cerdà Plan, which is the reason why there are so many octagons in the city of Barcelona... (2022)


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Barcelona's $1.3bn debt

Barcelona’s $1.3bn debt. (2021)


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TRAIL MIX: 920km Along the Camino de Santiago

Come walk with us on the Camino Frances from St. Jean Pied de Port, France to the 'End of the World' in Finisterre, Spain. Here's how the math brea... (2020)


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Superblocks: How Barcelona is taking city streets back from cars

Modern cities are designed for cars. But the city of Barcelona is testing out an urban design trick that can give cities back to pedestrians. Read ... (2018)


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The History of the EU with David Mitchell.

YouTube: OpenLearn from The Open University (2017)


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The European Union Explained

YouTube: The European Union Explained* (2017)


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Barcelona Microadventure - Hiking and Camping

I spoke at a conference in Barcelona recently. The client kindly put me up for the night in a very posh hotel. I enjoyed it very much! But I extend... (2018)


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Documentary: Barcelona and the Trials of 21st Century Overtourism – Skift

Is the world ready for two billion travelers? This is the question we repeatedly ask ourselves as we wait in line at tourist attractions, watch entire (2017)


Podcast

La Sagrada Família - 99% Invisible

The line to enter Barcelona’s most famous church often stretches around the block. La Sagrada Família, designed by Antoni Gaudí, draws so many peop... (2019)


Podcast

99% Invisible Podcast - Valley of the Fallen - Franco, Spain and Civil War History

About an hour northwest of Madrid, an enormous stone crucifix rises 500 feet out of a rocky mountaintop. It’s so big you can see it from miles away... (2020)