THOSE WHO WRITE THIS BLOG & THE "PROTAGONIST"



Catherine Redgrave 

I'm an erasmus student form the  UK. I have been in Alicante since August last year and I'm loving every minute of it. In the UK I study European Studies and Spanish which combines European politics and culture with Spanish. 
I am enjoying the project as I have gotten to mer new people and visit new places I didn't know about. 


Ksenia Zaripova 

I am a student of Alicante University from Russia. I study tourism. For 7 years I have been living in different parts of Spain. My favorite thing about this country is the atmosphere and mentality of people. They enjoy their lives and that what makes them so bright and creative. 
This project is something that makes me feel an expert in  body of tourist.  I mean that it makes us think about tourist places from the profesional point of view. For me, it is a great opportunity to gain new expirience in differnt  areas of culture  and of couse, it is amazing that our team is completely internation and while exploring Alicante we can get new knowledges about each other culture. 

 Lina Uselyte

I'm Lina, originally from Lithuania, but lived half of my life in Norway. Currently living in Spain and studing Tourism in Alicante University. A traveler, an explorer, always seeking for new adventures!
This Project is a great opportunity to discover as many things as possible in the city I live in. 




Silvia Coronel

Hi! I'm a univerity student from Alicante. I love tourism and I have always dreamt of exploring the whole world. 
I love this project because it is giving me a chance to explore my own city- there is so much I didn't know!


ALICANTE

   "The most friendly city"- unofficial name of Alicante city. It literally has a surprisingly friendly atmosphere. This city annually attracts hundreds of thousands tourists by its mild warm Mediterranean climate, rich history and magnificent architectural monuments. The hospitality of local people and rich historical past made this city a place of intresting cultural heritage. You can find many reasons to call this place "the best of the best".

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Las Ciggarres: Smoke or fire

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BENALÚA STATION (MURCIA STATION) - PROTECTING THE PAST FOR TODAY

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