A Novice Guide to Carnaval in Cádiz

by | Sep 11, 2015 | Cádiz, Festivals

Cádiz Carnaval brings out the 'crazies'

Cádiz Carnaval brings out the ‘crazies’

Spain has many festivals, but Carnaval has to be one of the most accessible. You don’t have to risk your life running with bulls or cop a tomato in the eye. But Carnaval IS one of Spain’s craziest and most enjoyable festivals. With that in mind, we and a bunch of friends decided to travel to the sea-side city of Cádiz (click on the link to read about Cádiz) to enjoy the festivities with the locals. If you would like to rub shoulders with guys in drag or your favourite movie characters while enjoying a lively atmosphere, then Carnaval is for you!

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Running of the Bulls: A His and Her Account

by | Jul 5, 2015 | Festivals, Pamplona, Spain

The bulls running into the ring at full velocity

What is it like to do the Running of the Bulls?

Summer in Europe is a dream for so many. Not only to enjoy the beaches and see the monuments and history in sunny and warm days, but also to celebrate some of the craziest festivals in the world. San Fermin – better known as the Running of the Bulls – is one of those crazy festivals. A Spanish man’s right of passage, it involves running through a 825m track, navigating through narrow and winding cobblestone streets… oh, and did I mention whilst being chased by six 500kg+ bulls?!?

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