Monthly Archive: September 2012

Ya Huele a Feria

The most wonderful time of the year. In Sevilla, that’s not Christmas but Feria de Abril. Sevilla’s spring festival, dating back to 1847, began livestock-trading fair but has evolved into a week of parties,...

Entre Flores… No More

If you’re looking for Entre flores, fandanguillos, y alegrías, no worries, you’re still in the right place! Since I’ll be moving out of the flores, fandanguillos, and alegrías-filled Andalucía and into Madrid, I’ve renamed...

Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Part III

I’m back with my third and final installment of my Istanbul trip recap! Haven’t read the rest yet? See part one here and part two here. Next up: Asia! First, let me brag for...

Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Part II

This past spring break, I took an unforgettable trip to Istanbul, Turkey. Missed the first part of my story? Read it here. The second full day in Istanbul began surprisingly sunny, and we started...

Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Part I

Semana Santa (Holy Week): a fascinating period of celebration in Spain, but also spring breeeaaaaak! I may have never had the stereotypical college spring break in Miami or Cancún, but I’d say my spring...