BY: NATHAN DYER & BECCALLOYD

A Life In Spain

MAP OF SPAIN

THE HISTORY

Roman Catholic

Enemies w/ the English

Spanish Armada defeated

by Queen Elizabeth

Was involved with many

wars throughout the years.

Founded UN in 1993

DEMOGRAPHICS Population

40,491,052 (July 2008 est.)

Age structure

0-14 years: 14.4% (male 3,011,815/female 2,832,788) 15-64 years: 67.6% (male 13,741,493/female 13,641,914) 65 years and over: 17.9% (male 3,031,597/female 4,231,444) (2008 est.)

Median age

total: 40.7 years male: 39.3 years female: 42.1 years (2008 est.)

Population growth rate

0.096% (2008 est.)

Birth rate

9.87 births/1,000 population (2008 est.)

Death rate

9.9 deaths/1,000 population (2008 est.)

Crime Rate

Total: 923,371 primarily theft and piracy of software

DEMOGRAPHICS CONT.

Religions

Roman Catholic 94%, other 6%

Languages

Castilian Spanish (official) 74%, Catalan 17%, Galician 7%, Basque 2%, are official regionally

Literacy

definition: age 15 and over can read and write total population: 97.9% male: 98.7% female: 97.2% (2003 est.)

School life expectancy (primary to tertiary education)

total: 16 years male: 16 years female: 17 years (2006)

Education expenditures

4.2% of GDP (2005)

Net migration rate

0.99 migrant(s)/1,000 population (2008 est.)

Sex ratio

at birth: 1.07 male(s)/female under 15 years: 1.06 male(s)/female 15-64 years: 1.01 male(s)/female 65 years and over: 0.72 male(s)/female total population: 0.96 male(s)/female (2008 est.)

GOVERMENT

Currently Spain’s

political affairs are

looked after by a

Parliamentary

monarchy. The king is

King Juan Carlos I The

Prime Minister at this

time is Jose Luis

Rodriguez Zapatero.

Jose Luis Rodriguez

Zapatero (2004)King Juan

Carlos I

ECONOMY

The global economic crisis is affecting Spain as of the third

quarter of 2008. The housing market and construction boom

are what stimulated the economy the most and the Socialist

leader caused that to come to a halt. GDP growth was only

at 1.3% in 2008 as opposed to the normal GDP at around

<3% for approximately the past 10 years.

The American dollar is still worth slightly more than the Euro,

which is the currency in Spain.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

The health care system in Spain is very good. Its hospitals are very modern and are well-equipped. There are local health clubs that will assist you in anyway they can to help you stay physically fit and maintain you’re health by recommending methods of getting your body nourished.

PAYING FOR HEALTHCARE

The European Health Cards are available from relevant

healthcare organizations from your country of origin. Private

hospitals and doctors in Spain though, do not honor a

European Health Card. If you prefer to have a private health

care, you are expected to settle your own hospital bills or

you can apply for an insurance policy that covers your

preferred health care.

TRANSPORTATION

In Spain there are many methods of getting

yourself from point A to point B. You can

drive yourself, when in or nearby the city you

have to the option to take a taxi or use the

public buses.

CLIMATE

The climate varies tremendously in Spain, due to its

large size. Visitors can generally expect a

Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry

summers and mild, rainy winters.

AGRICULTURE

Local Agriculture

Grain

Vegetables

Olives

Wine grapes

Sugar Beets

Citrus

Beef

Pork

Poultry

Dairy

FOODS TO TRY!

Spain is famous for their Cabrales blue Cheese

Cochinillo Asado-Cochinillo Asado is roast baby pig. Its

fatty outside is crisp and perfect for those who like pork

rind, while its meat is tender and juicy

PLACES OF INTEREST

Calle de Fuencarral- A long narrow street filled

with culture. This street always has performers

entertaining the public, and at the same time this street

is packed tightly with shops that contain all the new

fashion and what is in.

PLACES ON INTEREST #2

Prado Museum- The Prado is one of the worlds

most famous art museums, containing

masterpieces from the 12th to the 19th century,

making it one of the most visited Madrid tourist

attractions.

MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT

Newspaper: Costa News

Websites: Typically Spanish, this website is made

for visitors and new people to know events that are

going on throughout Spain.

Music: Great variety in styles of music depending

on interests.

JOBS AVAILABLE

Working in Spain is very similar to the USA, it

requires that you apply and most likely have an

interview where salary would usually be discussed

then which mostly depends on experience.

JOB # 1

Job / Employment title: English teacher (also French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese teachers needed). Academy: BBS (Baxter Business Services). Location: All classes are in-company, usually in Madrid but also in the suburbs. Need the teacher by: Always looking for teachers (we are growing fast!). Minimum experience required: Evaluate each CV individually but experience plus TEFL preferred. Description of the academy: Fast growing language school with impressive client list and more than 30 teachers. Teachers usually work with us for more than two academic years because of the excellent conditions. While Business English classes are important, we also specialise in Technical English such as English for Finance, English for Human Resources, English for Law etc. If you are a teacher with experience or a qualification in any specialised field, please send in your CV. Conditions of employment: We understand that happy teachers give excellent service to our clients. So we pay very competitive rates and always try to organise block hours. 72% of our classes are in blocks of 3 hours or more. Less than 1% of our classes are 1-hour blocks. We pay between 21 and 26 Euro per hour gross to self-employed (14.50 to 17.00 Net on social security contract) depending on type and location of class. Salary: Depending on the class, between 21 and 26 gross per hour for self-employed teacher, between 14.50 and 17.00 Net for a social security contract.

JOB # 2

Job / Employment title: English Teachers for leading summer camp organization in Spain during July and/or August. Company: Forenex, España.Sitio web: http://www.forenex.com.Camp Locations: Uclés, Coruña, Gredos, Palma, Valencia and Madrid. Need all teachers by: June Minimum experience required: Be a native English teacher with at least 6 months working with large groups of children. Description of the company: Since 1992, Forenex has been at the forefront of organizing summer camps for children ages 4-16, which combine intensive English courses and sport activities. More than 4000 students attend our residential and non-residential courses every year which are located in unique settings throughout Spain and abroad. Conditions of employment: 4 to 5 teaching hours per day, Mon-Fri or Mon-Sat, depending on camp placement. Teachers are responsible for carrying out daily English classes to one homogeneous group of children during an entire fortnight. Full room and board in shared living setting plus transport at all residential options. Lunch included at non-residential courses. Open positions in July/August. Looking for month-long commitments. Salary: Base pay of 500€ per fortnight. Bonuses are awarded to returning teachers and applicants with recognized teaching degrees, experience working in official school systems or TEFL teaching to children for 3 years or more.

JOB #3

Job / Employment title: English teacher. Academy: Cambio Idiomas. Website: http://www.cambioidiomas.es.Location: Calle Orense 20, 1ª – 10 28020 Madrid. Google Maps. Need by: Always looking for full or part time teachers. Minimum Experience: TEFL or CELTA important and at least one year's teaching experience. An asset would also be lots of imagination and a sense of responsibility. Description of Academy: We are an established school that offers a wide range of classes to companies and individuals. Classes are held both in and out of the academy, mainly in the central area of Madrid. We have a friendly and supportive working environment, and provide all materials, books etc. for our teachers. Conditions of Employment: Contract and social security paid for EU teachers. Salary: Discussed at interview.Contact Information:

Person: Hazel Flack. Email: info@cambioidiomas.es. Telephone: 91 556 7804.

POTENTIAL REAL ESTATE

Spain is similar to the USA in this aspect they

offer many types of housing to accommodate

each individual varying from flats to

mansions. The buyer with an average

amount of money should look at purchasing

a flat or chalet.

REAL ESTATE OPTION #1

DESCRIPTION PHOTO

169.900 euro

mortgage 695 eur/month

120 m² detached home or

chalet, 2 bedrooms

2 wc

st. mallorca, 23

28640 cadalso de los

vidrios, madrid

REAL ESTATE OPTION #2

DESCRIPTION HOUSE

180.000 euro

mortgage 737 eur/month

100 m² detached home or

chalet, 2 bedrooms

1 wc

st. buen pastor, 7

28515 olmeda de las

fuentes, madrid

REAL ESTATE OPTION # 3

DESCRIPTION PHOTO

specific features

200 built m², 160 functional m²

resale / in good condition

heating central gas oil

chalet of 3 floors

under 5 years old

layout and materials

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms, including toilets

plot 100 m²

terrace open of 40 m²

4 built-in wardrobes

floors of parquet

equipment

store room

reinforced door

valdaracete, madrid180.000 euro, 200m²

POTENTIAL DATE #1

DESCRIPTION PHOTO

Bumca

B1175798

I am a: 39-year-old woman zodiac sign: Gemini located in: Valencia, Spain looking for: 35 - 45-year-old man relationship: FriendshipDiscreet relationshipPenpalBusiness partnerrace: Other marital status: I'll tell you later children: n/a eye color: Blue hair color: Blonde body type: Thick height: 5' 10'' (178cm) religion: Other drinking: Non drinker smoking: Non smoker food: Non Vegetarian occupation: Otherдизайнер education: Post-Graduate languages: Spanish (Fluent)German (Some)Russian (Native)interests: Cars / MotorcyclesWater SportsSinging / Playing Instrument

POTENTIAL DATE #2

DESCRIPTION PHOTO

I am a: 35-year-old woman zodiac sign: Leo located in: Barcelona, Spain looking for: 34 - 45-year-old man relationship: FriendshipMarriageLong-term relationshipRomancePenpalrace: White (Caucasian) marital status: Divorced children: None eye color: Green hair color: Blonde body type: Average height: 5' 4'' (163cm) religion: Christian drinking: Non drinker smoking: Non smoker food: Non Vegetarian occupation: Other education: Some College languages: Russian (Native)Spanish (Spoken and Written)interests: CyclingCookingLiterature / HistoryMuseums / GalleriesMusic - LatinMusic - Pop / R&BMusic - Dance / ElectronicNatureTravel / SightseeingReligionTheatre / BalletHiking / CampingMovies / Cinema

POTENTIAL DATE #3

DESCRIPTION PHOTO

I am a: 38-year-old woman zodiac sign: Cancer located in: Madrid, Spain looking for: 35 - 50-year-old man relationship: FriendshipRomancePlatonic loveActivity partnerTravel partnerrace: White (Caucasian) marital status: Divorced children: none eye color: Blue hair color: Light brown body type: Voluptuous height: 5' 2'' (158cm) religion: I'll tell you later drinking: Light/social drinker smoking: Non smoker food: Non Vegetarian occupation: Education & Science education: College Grad languages: English (Native)Spanish (Some)interests: Arts / CraftsBilliards / Pool / DartsCookingDancingFood and WineGardeningHiking / CampingLiterature / HistoryMountaineeringMovies / CinemaMuseums / GalleriesMusic - AlternativeMusic - Blues/JazzMusic - Classical / OperaMusic - CountryMusic - LatinMusic - RockPoliticsTheatre / BalletTravel / SightseeingVolunteer / Charity

ORGANISMS TO AVOID

There are some poisonous organisms to be aware

of such as the different types of snakes called

vipers some examples are Seoane's viper, Asp

viper and Montpellier Snake .In all there are

approx. 13 venomous snakes.

The Mediterranean Scorpion is also something one

should be aware of.

FISHING

Fishing –

Fishing Seasons - March – end of July for salmon fishing

March – end of August for brown trout

June – August for sea trout

September – No-Kill fishing w/ fly rods

Ice Fishing (if available)

Asturias Rivers – Cares-Deva

Puron

Bedon

Sella

Pilona

ESSENTIAL FISHING SPOTS

Tramo Rio Zarza

Free fishing for trout is available along this extensive 10.2km stretch of the Rio Jarama. The fishery stretches from it's source to the confluence with the Rio Lillas. This is a catch and release fishery and a fly only water.

Species and Methods

Trout. There is a very large trout population along this river - but the fish tend to congregate in pockets. Fish a roving style, upstream nymphing for best results. A team of small wet fles will also score. Fish up to 500 grams have been recorded. There is a good wild fish population. April is the best month.

Coto de Montes Claros- Rio Jarama

Good 7.5km day ticket stretch of the Rio Jarama. The fishery runs between the confluence with the Rio Huelgas and the village of Matallana. The season runs from the 1st May until the 31st July. This is a catch and release fishery.

Species and Methods

Trout. Large bags of fish to 30 cmspossible. Up to 25 fish in a session is possible. Gold head nymphs are very productive. A really nice place to spend a day fishing

ASTURIAS RIVERS

MAP OF MADRID

MAP OF ASTURIAS RIVERS