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A film and a book about Extremadura

A film and a book about Extremadura

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Dec 7, 2017 | History, Other stuff

You read a book or watch a film set in a specific destination, and then you can’t stop thinking about the place. Has it happened to you? Has a book or a film sparked your curiosity for travelling somewhere new? Are films and books part of your pre-trip learning...
Extremadura-related blog posts worth a read

Extremadura-related blog posts worth a read

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Oct 14, 2016 | Other stuff

Piggy Traveller may be the first Extremadura-related blog in English written by a local, but it’s certainly not the only one to write about my beloved Spanish home region. Recently, I decided to compile some of the most interesting posts in English about...
Did you know…? Extremadura in figures

Did you know…? Extremadura in figures

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Jul 19, 2016 | Other stuff

Did you know that Extremadura’s wine making area is the second biggest in Spain? I’m quite sure this fact comes as a surprise, doesn’t it? Today’s article is an informative and visual overview of Extremadura using figures. What’s the...
10 things you’ll experience in rural Extremadura

10 things you’ll experience in rural Extremadura

by Irene Corchado Resmella | May 10, 2016 | Other stuff, QUIRKY & ORIGINAL

Extremadura is the go-to destination for Spain lovers searching for a different experience. Are you a first-timer in Spain’s wild west? Then keep reading to discover the 10 things you’ll experience during a trip to rural Extremadura. You’ll be eyed up by locals  ...
7+1 Instagram accounts to follow if you like Extremadura

7+1 Instagram accounts to follow if you like Extremadura

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Jan 7, 2016 | Other stuff

Are you an active Instagram user? Are you looking for inspiration for your trip to my beloved Extremadura? Then this post is for you. I have selected the 7+1 Instagram accounts you should follow if you like Extremadura. Whether you are interested in urban escapes,...
Piggy EOY review: your favourite posts of 2015

Piggy EOY review: your favourite posts of 2015

by Irene Corchado Resmella | Dec 15, 2015 | Other stuff

The year is coming to an end and it’s time to review what we’ve done and what we’ve achieved. It’s been a very busy year for Piggy Traveller, with many articles written and a brand new blog in Spanish being launched back in May. These have been the 10 most read posts...

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My name is Irene Corchado Resmella and I'm an Edinburgh-based extremeña. An independent Spanish sworn and legal translator. Serial expat, frequent traveller.
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