by Diana Osberg | Jan 4, 2014 | - Spain, International
Nicknamed God’s Architect, Antoni Gaudi was a creative genius inspired by nature. His Catalan Modernism style of architecture is mainly found in Barcelona. A devout Roman Catholic, Gaudi expressed his faith in the religious icons that permeate much of his work. His...
by Diana Osberg | Jan 4, 2014 | - Spain, International
Barcelona is filled with contradictions. Saint Jordi (St. George) the dragon slayer is the patron saint of Barcelona. The dragon is a symbol of Barcelona, and you’ll see dragon icons and sculptures, such as this one on La Rambla, all around the city. So,...
by Diana Osberg | Oct 26, 2013 | - Spain, International, Voluntourism
How about a “free” trip to Spain? And you don’t even need to speak Spanish. In fact, you are prohibited from speaking Spanish, not even a word of it. You’ll be given room and board in a four-star resort for six days and will be satiated with delicious Spanish food...
by Diana Osberg | Sep 3, 2013 | - Sailing, - Spain, Adventure, International, Voluntourism
“If your ship doesn’t come in, swim out to it.” –Jonathan Winters Diana spent Christmas of 2011 in the Canary Islands aboard the barque Tenacious. The word “tenacious” is defined as: persistent; stubborn; not easily pulled asunder; tough. Sometimes I say...
