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During my work placement, I assisted a ceramic artist Grissella Cárdenas Ramos in operating a ceramic studio and gallery. Grissella conducted workshops for beginner potters, teaching them techniques such as slab building, coil making, and pinch pot technique and decorating their projects with underglazes and high-fire glazes.
My role was to work on Grissella’s tourist ceramic range, a project that allowed me to hone my skills in slip-casting techniques. This method, which involves pouring slips into a mould and allowing a slim to form around the mould, was a practical and efficient way to reproduce countless casts. After 20 minutes in the Spanish heat, the excess slip was removed by pouring it back into the source, a process that I became adept at during my time in the studio.
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• top row- The studio
• second row- Puert De Málaga, a map of the port, outside the studio.
• bottom row- The studio, located on the outskirts of the city, was a 30-minute walk away. It was also accessible by metro or bus, but I prefer to walk.
The last image shows a finished product on a shelf in a ceramic shop in Málaga.

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This image shows a worn out horn. We done multiple tests including using probes to run current through the horn to see if it was an electrical fault. After seeing that this wasn’t the case, I unscrewed the horn from the main bracket and replaced it using a new one. After we connected it back to the car and it worked perfectly.

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Taller Cronos Imnova was the name of the mechanic workshop I worked in. There was José Luis and Vladi. In this image is Vladi. I completed most of my day to day tasks with him as he was the main mechanic.

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In this image I’m replacing the shock absorbers of a cars suspensions. Having bad shock absorbers means that your car will keep on bouncing and if you go over a bump you will feel it a lot.

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Last day at Málaga 💔 My last day at work was very nice, I got to see all of the artisans who were part of our documentary series, and I saw a class on digital marketing strategies for artists, which I found very interesting and useful for my line of work 🤓 Everyone was very sweet when I said goodbye, but mostly Lydia, my superior at the production company where I’ve been working these 3 weeks, she thanked me for my time at the company and congratulates me on the projects I filmed and edited in my time there, she also gave me an incredible recommendation letter as well as an official document that certifies my work at La Premiere Films and Arteria ❤️ This has been a great experience that I’ve not only deeply enjoyed, but also learned loads from, and the experience, skills and contacts I obtained in this short time are priceless ✨

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Continuing with really interesting projects at my work placement! This time we are having educational courses for artists 👩‍🎨 Since “Arteria” is an association that aims to promote and uplift local artists and artisans and their work, the company is hosting masterclasses on different topics useful for creatives, such as financial education, emotional intelligence workshops, etc. And I had the opportunity to attend one of them where the expositor was an art historian and curator who works at one of the most important museums in Marbella. She taught the artists how they can get their work into museums. It was really interesting and I got to meet amazing people who do marvelous work! ❤️ My job was to film the course so that all the academic material can be loaded on to Arteria’s digital platform in the form of podcasts, which I’ve been helping to edit —Mario, my coworker, edits the audio and I edit the visuals—. It’s been really fun and I’ve learned so much! ❤️

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Today marks the end of my work experience at the 24-hour vet hospital. I truly enjoyed my three weeks working here. I learned a lot about the lab and handling animals. I am grateful I could observe and even assist in surgeries, consultations, X-rays, and ultrasounds. It was an amazing experience, and I am thankful for the opportunity.

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On the weekend, I got to explore the Cathedral of Málaga. It was an amazing experience. I walked around the beautiful building, looked at the detailed architecture, and learned a lot about its history. The inside was just as impressive, with stunning artwork and decorations.

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Today, I got to enjoy the beach. I spent time getting in the water and swimming, which was so refreshing. I also got to sunbathe and relax on the sand.

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We got to enjoy the beautiful views on today's boat tour. The scenery was amazing, with stunning landscapes and clear waters. It was a relaxing and pleasant experience, seeing everything from the boat. The views were truly unforgettable, and I'm so glad we had the chance to see them.

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Tonight, we got to visit the game room in our accommodation. It was so nice to unwind and relax. We played pool, which was really fun and enjoyable.

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Today, we got to see a c-section performed for this chihuahua. It was a very valuable experience. :)

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I was lucky enough to see the flamenco show tonight. I really enjoyed seeing the traditional singing and dancing 💃 🕺🏼

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A smooth descent into Ireland. There will be much to miss about Malaga and the whole experience. Adios! 🇪🇸➡️🇮🇪

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Today is our last day in Malaga and I spent it taking in all the beautiful views one last time. I also went to do some last minute souvenir shopping and to say goodbye to my colleagues at work.

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On our second last night we had a group dinner and I finally got to try paella. It was so delicious!!! The night was also a bit bittersweet as I knew it would be our last dinner outing in Malaga. After dinner we strolled along the beach and also went to an arcade.

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¡Oye! Today was my last day at work. I really enjoyed my work placement at the Vet hospital. I met a lot of amazing people and gained useful knowledge. I will miss this place and the animals as well! 🐾

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Today at work I went with one of my colleagues on a house call to drop off a prescription for a patient, on our way we passed many beautiful streets like this one. The pharmacy has many regular patients and have created a friendly relationship with them by providing exceptional customer service. It was nice to meet all these patients and also build a friendly relationship with them.

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¡Buenos días! Today we got an opportunity to test a new digital microscope. We observed cancerous cells taken from a blood sample. They look so cool!

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To end an eventful week, we spent some time in the cinema room and watched a movie with some snacks 🎞️🍿

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¡Hola! Today I went on a tour of the Catedral de Málaga. I got the chance to admire the beautiful architecture and listen to the history of the cathedral and the paintings made by Spanish artists. I really enjoyed the tour. 🏛️

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We enjoyed a calming boat trip today at 5pm, the trip lasted about 1.5 hours and I definitely wouldn’t have minded if it was longer. It was nice to just sit and relax whilst staring out onto the sea, it was a tranquil experience.

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This week at work was calm with the majority of my tasks being stock checking. In a little booklet I would right down the name of the product, the expiry date and the C.N (national code). This work is important to make sure there is no expired stock on the shop floor and to know when to take them off the shelves.

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I absolutely loved my time in Malaga, making new friends and going to a work placement! I loved exploring the towns and learning more about the culture. I had the best time ever and don’t want to go back to Ireland🇮🇪☀️❤️

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Had a great time cycling around the city🚲just took a while getting used to being on the opposite side of the road😂

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We attended a dinner with the guys from grange college of further education for there last day in Malaga. It was great to meet these guys and mingle with people of all different backgrounds.

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We went on a boat trip which helped us see Malaga from a different perspective and it was great to get out on the water🌊

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We had a day with rental bikes. I cycled down the marina and along the coast while taking in the scenic views of Malaga. I would highly recommend the bike trip as it is an opportunity to take in areas of Malaga that would take too long to reach on foot.

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In work experience we had a friendship workshop where we created these flowers of friendship and discussed why these traits are important for creating bonds with the people around you🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

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One of the pictures of the amazing view from the peak of the castle🗻

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We took a trip to the Gibralfaro castle where we were able to see amazing views of the whole of Malaga🗻🏰

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We rented the bikes out and went for a cycle down by the beach, this was so refreshing and had a nice breeze!!

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Most of my nights in Malaga were spent on the rooftop watching sunsets and reading📚I read 4 books on my trip and plan on starting a 5th❤️

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We attended a flamenco show where we were able to experience a big part of Spanish culture including music and dance💃

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We came to belamedina last week and decided to go again this week since it’s our last day on the Erasmus! I’ve loved every minute of it and have had such a good experience!!

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We had a boat tour around the Mediterranean Sea. The tour was so relaxing and the breeze from the top deck was amazing. The views from the boat were really good!

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Last day of Work at the Veterinary Hospital 

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Last day of Work at the Veterinary Hospital 

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Above is some of the animals I was lucky enough to meet during my work placement.

The Vet was very accommodating to us and taught us so much about the animals coming in and the general day to day work of the hospital. We observed many surgeries and consultations during the 3 weeks, the experience was incredible!

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We had our final group meal in a restaurant down by the port. The food was delicious!

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Always something to see in the city. We watched a statue carried through the street accompanied by different instruments playing

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Exploring Nerja, Spain: Breathtaking Views 

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Exploring Nerja, Spain: Breathtaking Views 

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Soaking up the sun in beautiful Nerja, Spain!

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Must-Try Sushi Spot: Akin Ito Sushi Takeaway

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Must-Try Sushi Spot: Akin Ito Sushi Takeaway

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Looking for great sushi? Try Akin Ito Sushi Takeaway! Fresh, delicious, and convenient.

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Great view from Alcazaba Castle.

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Our work placement brought us to Malaga view point! It was good to see the view of Malaga and we got to speak outside of work!

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Making Rice Krispie cakes !

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We packed loads of boxes of food !

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Me and Caithlin were volunteering at a food bank includd hosts! I loved this as it gave us an insight of what it would be like to volunteer in this area!

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¡Buenos días! Today I visited the Picasso museum. I had the opportunity to admire beautiful paintings and sculptures as well as explore the life of the artist. Picasso was known for his creativity and he is one of the most recognisable artists of modernism. This was an incredible experience! 👨🏼‍🎨

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¡Oye! Today we went on a boat tour along the Malaga coast. It was lovely! The views were trully breathtaking and the weather was just perfect. I really enjoyed the trip and I would love to experience it again. 🌊

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I was nervous about cycling on the right-hand side of the road, but I shouldn't have worried. There are cycle paths throughout the city, and if you prefer cycling on flat terrain, there are no elevation changes to be concerned about.

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I planned a trip to Marbella in my free time. The bus station is a 20-minute walk away, and the journey is a 40-minute bus ride. From the station, it’s about a 15-minute walk to the old town of Marbella, which has an authentic Spanish vibe with charming and picturesque narrow streets. I spent about eight hours here and then returned to Málaga. A fabulous day. I would have bought the tickets online beforehand to avoid the queue on the return journey.

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I love being on this boat, listening to a mix of music including reggae, soul, disco, hip-hop, and more. The sound travels across the sea, creating a wonderful atmosphere for me to practice my photography skills.

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As a student of find art, I am often captivated by the smallest details, such as the intricate shadow cast by this palm tree, which is unlike any shadow I observe in Ireland.

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Tortilla Española (Top photo) is a traditional dish fro Spain, also paella, tapas and churros. The Spanish cuisine reflects strong historical influence, blending Christian Muslim and Jewish culinary traditions.

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We went to plaza restaurant at the marina after the boat tour with the other college, everyone was so nice and I made some new friends🇪🇸❤️

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People from our work placement were also on the boat, this was a great way to connect with them outside of work!

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We did a boat tour around Malaga, this was my favourite activity so far because I love the water! The breeze was amazing!!

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I loved this walk!! Even tho it was all uphill, it was a great walk. It was amazing to see malagas views from high up!!

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Enjoying a nice breakfast to start the day in Benalmádena ☕️

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Today we did a boat trip in the afternoon. It was a nice way to relax after work, and the breeze helped with the sun. We also had a great view of the city while listening to music

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In this image I’m removing a wheel and the brake pads. This was necessary to reach a faulty part near the wheel disk which needed to be replaced. I have learned a couple of words/phrases while completing my placement here. José Luis and Vladi have been extremely helpful and patient with me as I’m learning.

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Here is the before and after of an engine which was removed due to a small fault. I observed the process and helped some too!

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¡Hola! Today I got an opportunity to observe and assist in a surgery of this adorable dog. This was a very unforgatable experience and I’m really glad that I had a chance to see it. The surgery went well and Caoba is now recovering. She misses her owner a lot but she will return home very soon! 🐶

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In work placement we had a painting workshop where we painted symbols of peace for a mural☮️

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This is a photo from our day trip to Nerja where we took in the beautiful scenery and went for a swim in the crystal clear water🌊

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1 of the viewpoints of the mountains from our day trip to Frigiliana🗻

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Málaga’s port is stunning, with luxury yachts lining the harbor. There are plenty of places to eat, drink, browse the shops, or just stroll up and down, taking in the atmosphere. One of my favourite places to watch the sunset 🌇

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We did art on the wall for the kids in work placement!! I’m not very good at art, but I still participated by helping paint !!

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The flamenco show was amazing, the dancers had many talents! This made me learn more about the culture of Spain !!

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Mijas 🌊

Me and the film crew 🎬🎥 interviewed 5 different artisans in Mijas, another town close to Málaga. It was a very long day, we left at 9 am and came back until almost 10 pm 😴 But it was a truly amazing experience and I learned a lot. I’m amazed by art from Andalucía, I also find it very interesting how the Muslim influence is present in their work, while still having a Spanish touch, of course ✨

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Bocadillo de jamón serrano 😋 Could eat this all day everyday. This is of course a very small and basic element of the Spanish gastronomy, which is truly increíble. I also love seafood, which is incredible here! I had never tried Boquerones, which are a typical fish in Málaga, and loved them! My favourite are still oysters tho ❤️

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Flamenco show 💃

This was a great experience, I had heard some flamenco but I had never experienced a show as complete as this one and I’m very very glad I did. It’s a beautiful artform and it transmits a lot Andalucía’s culture and soul ❤️

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Dressed by Verónica from Anita Ber Ber Atelier ❤️ Ready for an open air event, Berlin style! 😉

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First shoot in Málaga 🎬🎥

Today I got the opportunity to film a small interview and documentary for my work placement. I was a camera operator ❤️ We interviewed Verónica, a fashion designer and entrepreneur from Málaga who lived for 7 years in Berlin and believed Spain would benefit from Berlin’s groundbreaking fashion influence, and launched a unique, sustainable and genderless atelier called Anita Ber Ber. It’s located in Málaga’s city centre and it’s truly incredible. I’m really glad I got to meet Verónica and not only listen to her speak about her passion for this project, but also help her by uplifting and promoting her brand through out documentary ✨

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This weekend me and the rest of the Erasmus group from BIFE had a daytrip to Nerja and Frigiliana, two beautiful towns that are really close to Málaga. They are so beautiful! ❤️ I had a lot of fun with the rest of the group and I really enjoyed getting to know these incredible little cities ✨

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My first day of work! 💕 Today I met the entire team at La Premiere Films, I already knew Lydia, the director, but today I met Mario —a camera and postproduction department intern from Sevilla— Julián —a graphic designer from Argentina— and Lucas —a cinematographer from Málaga—. They are all very nice and friendly and I’m very excited to work alongside them 😊 The company has a very interesting project called Arteria, which is funded by the EU to promote local artists and their work through small documentaries. At the moment I’m helping with the postproduction, editing in Premiere and After effects. I’m very new to the latter software so my first day was already a challenge, but I’m very versatile and my intention is always to get out of my comfort zona and learn as many new things as possible, so I’m happy with a challenge 💪

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I finally got to see where my work placement will take place for the next 3 weeks in Málaga! The company is called La Premiere Films, a production company funded by the EU and Junta de Andalucía, created by Lydia Yañez, a producer from Málaga who will be my supervisor, and I met her today. She’s very nice and interesting, and she is very excited to welcome me in her team for the next few weeks, as am I 🤗 Today I only got introduced to her and her project and she gave me a tour of the office where we’ll be working… it’s so cool ❤️ The company’s office is located at the biggest digital coworking centre in Spain! It hold almost 70 startup companies in the digital industry, like AI, video games, and of course, audiovisuals. It’s incredible and really interesting so I’m very honoured to be working here ✨

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I’ve already been to the beach more times than I can count 🤭 Our accommodation is so close to it, and the daylight lasts so long that I can go relax to the beach almost everyday after work 🌊 I’m completely inlove with Málaga and Andalusian culture in general. I’ve realised how similar it is to my culture —in comparison with the northern part of Spain which was the only part of the country I had been to, and is very different to my own— 🇲🇽 🥹

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In less than 2 days here, I already got to see first hand and truly immerse myself in Andalucía’s vibrant culture that lives in the streets. I was walking around the city centre to explore Málaga on my free day, and I got the opportunity to experience this really beautiful public display of Spanish culture ❤️ I loved it, it was very crowded which I also really enjoyed 🤭 I love being surrounded by people and art. I’m so excited for the next weeks!

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First Day in Málaga! 🌞 The weather is perfect, 21 degrees, really sunny and warm, but not too much. Our accommodation is incredible, we all have our own very spacious rooms with a very nice bathroom, a desktop, closet, fridge and microwave! Everything you could ask for ❤️ The residence also has a fully equipped kitchen that you can use whenever you want, as well as a gym, a study room and a 24 hour reception. It’s not only really cool and comfortable, but also the atmosphere is very welcoming and friendly with loads of people —staff and students from all around the world— around who will always say “Hola” to you in the hallways 😊

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I assisted with x-raying and observed a couple consultations/ surgeries. The work is very interesting and I’m learning so much!

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Very informative tour on the history of the castle. Had a great view of the city from the top!

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Tonight I visited the flamenco show. I really enjoyed the atmosphere here as it was very loud and it wouldn’t be something I witness in Ireland. The part I enjoyed the most was the vocals from the man in the suit. At first it was funny due to the facial expressions and it took me by surprise but as the show went on it turned out to be something quite extraordinary!

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Keeping the mind at ease late at night 😂

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We got to see a phenomenal flamenco show, it was amazing to be able to see such an expressive style of art. The production of the dance and music was truly an immersive experience into the culture.

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Today we took a tour of Alcazaba and got to learn about the interesting history of this beautiful monument. There were many high viewpoints from which you could see the surrounding area.

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¡Buenas noches! Tonight was truly amazing. I got the chance to see a Flamenco show and I’m delighted. It was definitely one of the best nights in Spain! I can’t wait to experience more of the spanish culture! Hasta pronto 💃🏼

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Today, we went on a guided tour of Alcazaba (or "urban fortress" in English), located on the hillside of Mount Gibralfaro in Malaga. Here, we explored dungeons, courtyards, and lookout points, and of course, admired the beautiful Moorish architecture. :))

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After returning from our trip to Frigiliana and Nerja, we were fortunate enough to stumble upon a yearly festival called Noche en Blanco. This year's theme, Lo Mágico (The Magic). The event featured a many performances including pianists, orchestras, and magicians. There were also many free workshops, museum visits, exhibitions, and guided bus tours available.

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After arriving back from Nerja, we were lucky to catch a festival that happens once every year ‘La noche en blanco’, there were many performers, an orchestra, multiple bands and even magicians as the theme of this years was magic.

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Enjoying resting in the cool sea breeze on the beach in Nerja

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Today we visited Frigiliana, a beautiful town in Malaga, filled with gorgeous views and narrow streets in between white houses. We wandered through the town, met locals and other tourists and took some lovely pictures.

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The week flew by at work, it has been great getting to know my fellow colleagues. I’ve really started to not only bond, but also practice my Spanish with them. They are patient and kind and take their time to communicate with me and show me the ropes of working in a pharmacy

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After induction day at work I enjoyed a delicious Spanish breakfast. l got to try some tapas, including some patatas bravas, tortilla de patatas, churros and some refreshing zumo de naranja

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This weekend, I had the opportunity to visit Frigiliana and Nerja. There, I enjoyed the beach, indulged in some authentic Spanish cuisine, including tapas like patatas bravas, croquettes, tortilla española, and calamares fritos, and admired the beautiful architecture. I would love to visit again <3.