Journal
Jun 27, 2024
Barcelona’s Cultural Confluence: How Migration, Art and Politics Intersect in the Catalan Capital
Barcelona’s rich art scene evolves as contemporary migrant communities shape its identity with new ideas, performances, and life experiences, continually enriching the city’s dynamic cultural landscape.
May 07, 2024
Arancino or Arancina? Sicily’s Battle over the Gender of its Rice Ball
Why do Catania and Palermo quarrel over the name of Sicily’s best-known street food? Local writer Sara Mostaccio traces the history of the clash over the gender of a rice ball.
Apr 28, 2024
Fiesta! Spain’s Biggest Festivals: Semana Santa to Carnaval
Explore Spain's vibrant culture through its festivals. Discover the best fiestas to include in your Spain itinerary with Fernwayer's comprehensive guide to Spanish festivals.
Apr 28, 2024
Diving into the Handmade in Spain
Spain's artisans are reviving ancient traditions: Meet the old masters and young crafters that are shaping the future of handmade goods, from leather boots to wicker baskets.
Apr 28, 2024
Living the Passion of Seville's Semana Santa
A first-person account of Seville's Semana Santa, where faith and culture blend in spectacular processions of religious floats and the rich tapestry of local traditions.
Apr 28, 2024
Grand Tour of Italy: How Tourists Invented “La Bella Italia”
From the 16th century, British aristocrats began visiting Italy setting the foundation for the modern tourism industry.