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The Fallas of Valencia: history, culture and language
The Fallas of Valencia are a mix of fire, art and cultural identity. Discover their history, the vocabulary of the festival and the key paperwork for international visitors.
Criminal record certificate: when and why you need it to live outside Spain
If you are planning to move abroad, you may well need a criminal record certificate. We explain how to obtain it, how to have it translated and how to get it legalised.
Step-by-step guide: how to have your university degree recognised abroad
How to have your university degree recognised abroad, step by step: the formalities involved, the documents you need, sworn translation and legalisation.
Taking your pet abroad with you: requirements and documents
Planning an international trip with your pet means meeting a range of requirements, from health certificates and vaccinations to sworn translations of certain documents. Here is a step-by-step guide.
10 inspiring English quotes for Instagram
Ten inspiring English quotes to give your Instagram posts more impact, with what each one means, where to use it and a few tips for writing your own.
Can you learn a language with free apps? The pros and cons of the most popular ones
We weigh up the strengths and weaknesses of the best-known language apps, look at the research on drop-out rates and ask whether an app alone can take you to fluency.
Learning a language from scratch as an adult: myths and realities
Adults are often told they have missed the boat with languages. We take apart the five most common myths, look at what the research says and set out strategies that work at any age.
Common mistakes when translating common-law contracts in Spain
Common-law contracts rarely map neatly onto Spanish law. We look at the mistakes that come up most often, the terms that have no direct equivalent, and how to keep a translation legally sound.
Glossary of English legal terms: the essential guide to contract translation
A practical guide to English legal vocabulary for contracts: why accurate translation matters and which ten reference works legal and translation professionals should keep to hand.
Common abbreviations in contracts: keys to understanding legal documents in English
Abbreviations in English legal contracts are key to avoiding misunderstandings. Here we explain the ten most used and what each one means.