Unveiling the Hidden Charms of Spanish Culture

Moving to another country is never easy or a quick decision. There's plenty to think about such as where to live, work opportunities and cost of living. Many Brits seem to move to destinations such as Spain, with the weather playing a major factor in their decision.

Spanish Culture Beyond the Surface
One British woman has shared what it is like living in the country, particularly the parts that travel guides don't tend to share. Carly shared a video on Instagram titled 'This is the part of Spanish culture no one talks about'. She said: 'Most people think Spain is all about sunshine, siestas, and sangria,' however, it is far from what she had imagined and Carly admitted there were 'some lifestyle changes'. Carly explained: 'I didn't expect the deep shift in how people live. Everything here is more social. You'll find kids playing in the square until midnight, people chatting in cafes for hours, neighbours saying good morning and meaning it. It's not just about being polite, it's about connection. That connection, that human warmth that permeates every gesture and encounter, is for her one of Spain's hidden gems. Then there's flexibility. Yes, there are rules, but there's a kind of relaxed logic to things,' she states.

According to Carly, she said Spaniards are more relaxed about when it comes life and culture. She added: 'Don't stress, life will sort itself. It's not about being lazy; it's not about letting stress rule your life, and it's contagious.' Summarising her video, Carly said: 'So no, Spanish culture isn't just tapas and late dinners; it's about people first,' making it the best kept secret about Spain. People took to the comment section to share their own experiences, with one writing: 'I loved living in Spain, everything about living there was fantastic.' Another said: 'It’s why we moved from the US and couldn’t believe how amazing life here is! It is so much more. Beautifully more!' A third added: 'Yes, yes and yes. This is how we live here. We give hugs and kisses…'