Spain is a popular holiday destination and a popular choice for UK expats.
It’s just a short flight from the UK, has delicious food and a very laid-back lifestyle. Needless to say, it is famous for its sun, sea and sand.
But despite the incredible positives, no place is perfect. Foreigners moving to Spain may find that there are some aspects of life in Spain that they don’t like.
James, who has lived in Spain for 12 years and has a Spanish partner, shared some of the “dislikes of living in Spain”, including “long goodbyes in Spain”, which is a part of social etiquette. .
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“I think that would drive you crazy too.”
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James mentioned a certain social custom. He said, “I think that would drive you crazy too.”
According to this person living in Spain, many Spaniards take a long time to say goodbye when socializing.
he said: “I love the sociability of Spanish culture. In this country, people stop and chat, spend time without looking at the clock, and are really, really happy together.”
“But there is an aspect of this sociability that I cannot bear, and it is called ‘the long Spanish farewell.'”
James sets up a scene where he is at a party with his friends and partner and they all decide it’s time to go home.
He argued that rather than taking 10 minutes or so to say goodbye, Spaniards “spend the next hour slowly making their way to the door and engaging in any potential conversation.”
The expatriate explained that he didn’t care if he agreed to stay an extra hour at a social event, but if he agreed to leave then and there.
He said if he knew they were going to stay a little longer, he would settle down, have another drink and enjoy himself.
According to this expat, Spaniards are incredibly sociable, but find it difficult to say goodbye quickly.
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James continued, “But what I can’t bear is living for an hour in a no man’s land of goodbyes like this.”
Other foreigners issued a warning to those considering moving to Spain. Although it is a great tourist destination that attracts vacationers from all over the world to explore this beautiful country, it can sometimes come with some problems.
They also offered advice for people wanting to move to Portugal.
Home is a place you know like the back of your hand, and moving to a completely new country can feel like a big step away from your comfort zone. According to two expatriates, one aspect of her move to Portugal can be quite “shocking”.