I often confuse the simple past and the present perfect.

by Barbara
(Italy)

Hello,

my problem is when I speak about things in the past I often use the present perfect instead of the past simple. I know it sounds funny when I say it but I don't know why it's wrong, or why I have to use past simple.

Like when I say;

"I have been in Spain about 2 years ago".

or should I say;

"I went in Spain ..?

I look forward to your reply,

Thank you for your help.

Barbara