Travel vocabulary words and phrases in Spanish can make your trip safer and more enjoyable.
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Spring
La primavera in Spain marks a time of renewal and growth; flowers blossom, plants grow roots and animals give birth, all making this the ideal time to begin learning Spanish! Now is an excellent opportunity to start taking courses!
Traveling to Spain during September can be one of the best times of year, as crowds tend to be much thinner. Furthermore, with warm and sunny temperatures that make for ideal beach time or hiking trips – or simply taking leisurely walks through cities.
Springtime in Spain marks many annual celebrations, such as Semana Santa (Holy Week), Viernes Santo (Good Friday) and Da del Trabajador (Labor Day). Since these holidays vary depending on where you reside, it’s wise to consult local calendars when making travel plans.
Spanish month names look and sound similar to their English counterparts, making it easy for non-native speakers to remember them. Furthermore, Spain’s seasons differ significantly from those in other countries due to both climate and hemispheric differences: in Spain for instance spring begins in March while in Argentina winter has arrived! Therefore it is crucial that non-native Spanish speakers know about and remember each country where Spanish is spoken.
Summer
Spanish for summertime is called “el verano,” although this can refer to any number of things such as vacation season or even television series.
Spain is beloved by tourists from across Europe, and summer marks the peak season for tourism there. The warm temperatures make summer perfect for beach vacations as well as historical landmark visits.
As summer continues, you can look forward to many festivals, events and celebrations taking place throughout the region. Make sure you pack plenty of sunscreen! The days can get long and hot so be sure to take precaution.
July and August in the south are typically the hottest months, when temperatures can soar to 1040 F / 400 C, making these temperatures particularly difficult for visitors from other regions to bear. But don’t despair: coastal areas offer great respite with breezes from the sea providing respite. Meanwhile, rest of country features Mediterranean climate so temperatures tend to be more suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and exploring nature reserves.
Fall
Fall is one of the four temperate seasons experienced in Spain and celebrated through numerous festivities and activities such as watching leaves turn color, strolling through scenic parks, and enjoying comfort foods like roast chestnuts or rich stews.
September is an excellent time to visit Spain as it marks the end of peak season. Beaches will still be warm enough for sunbathing, while cities tend to be quieter compared to during the summer season.
As an added benefit, trees start shedding their leaves, producing an eye-catching display of reds, oranges, and golden hues that creates an irresistibly colorful tableau of red, orange, and golden tones. Otono harvest festivals such as Catalonia’s Castanyada Festival; Navaleno Mushroom Festival in Soria; Festida de Las Brujas Festival of Basque Country are celebrated all across Spain in order to commemorate it.
Language learning offers many advantages, not least of all its versatility in different contexts and settings. By paying close attention to vocabulary used and associated cultural connotations in your surroundings, Spanish will open itself up even further for exploration.
Winter
Weather topics are an easy and engaging way to start small talk with someone new, particularly if it’s your first interaction. By learning the appropriate vocabulary and phrases for different seasons, you’ll be better equipped to converse in depth with locals while avoiding embarrassing yourself in conversations with them.
Winter in Spanish is known as el invierno and may be the coldest time of year, yet dry or snowy depending on where it falls. Additionally, this season marks las vacaciones (holidays), making winter the peak tourist season in many Latin American countries.
Pack layers during winter. A jacket, hat and scarf should be essential items. Also keep in mind carrying an umbrella or raincoat since there typically 21 dry days each month.
Be mindful that if travelling to a Spanish-speaking country, it is vitally important that you familiarise yourself with local laws and regulations regarding immigration, criminal, civil, and labour matters. If you run into difficulty with the law during your visit, contact a Canadian consular official immediately if possible – they can also offer information about Hague Convention transfers (allowing someone serving their sentence elsewhere to request transfer to Canada via agreement between both countries’ authorities).