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Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots
Dear Reba, We’re so excited you’ve decided to visit Valencia, Spain! We love the idea of really taking time to immerse oneself in everything a destination has to offer and we therefore typically recommend having at least a few days to enjoy this charming city. However, we understand that time is often limited and, even if you’re only in Valencia for a stopover between other destinations, you can still see a ton and make the most of your day in Valencia. Today’s guest writer, Eduardo Campestrini, is a travel writer who loves discovering new places in Europe. He has a special interest in Spain and enjoys sharing tips about cities…
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7 things I like about living in Finland
Dear John, I recently shared a post about 7 things I miss about living in Granada and I would be remiss not to follow that post with another one about things I like about living in Finland. I have decided to make my life here and that is not without reason. My life in Spain was good, some might even say great, but it wasn’t the long-term life I wanted and I can say that I am happy to be slowly building the life I want to live here. Today I want to share some of the reasons why. Safety Not the Granada was not safe, per se, but…
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7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain
Dear Cassie, It’s been over 4 years since I moved to Finland for a six month internship and decided to stay here. I have spent those years finding my way through different jobs, extracurricular activities, meeting people, and settling in. Now, as I am finding my own path here, I couldn’t really imagine living anywhere else. At the same time, that does not take away from the fact that the places I have lived and the people I have called my friends have greatly impacted me along the way. As I settle in for a long dark and probably cold winter, I am reflecting on all the wonderful things I…
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Best Wine Regions in Spain
Today on the blog we welcome Helen Ruiz to talk about Spanish wine regions. Helen Ruiz is a lover of all things wine and all things Spain. Born to a Mexican-Spanish couple in San Diego, she became interested in her roots from a young age. She used to alternate spending her summers between Mexico and Spain, visiting her large families in both countries. After college, she spent a year living in Spain and learning all about its winemaking traditions as this was the path she had decided to follow in life. Nowadays, she runs a wine bar in San Diego with an extensive Spanish wine selection, and is the second…
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Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland
Please Note: This post contains paid links to products, which means that we have received compensation for their inclusion. For more information, see our disclosures here. Thanks for your support! Dear Hanna, I know, this is a blog about living abroad and thriving in Spain, right? Well, four years ago I decided that I wasn’t going to live in Spain any more and chose to pick up my life once again and more to Finland. Now, over three and a half years later, I am still here and enjoying my life in a way I never really expected to. I haven’t talked about life in Finland much, but I…
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Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)
Have you heard? Dani’s releasing her second book this week and it’s a collection of short stories all about expat life in Spain! Check out this post for the details and a tour of the stories’ Spanish destinations.
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Who is Antoni Gaudí?
Antoni Gaudí is perhaps the most prolific architect from Spain. If you’re visiting Barcelona (or a few other places around Cataluña and the rest of Spain) you’ll want to know his story, influences, and legacy!
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What’s the Difference Between Gazpacho and Salmorejo?
Gazpacho and salmorejo are both cold soups that are popular in Spain, but do you know the difference between them? We’re diving into how their ingredients differ, how to garnish each, and when to serve these dishes for an authentic andaluz experience.
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Coffee Culture in Spain
Coffee is important for people around the world. However, how we celebrate coffee is different. Today we are diving into the coffee culture in Spain with a short video explaining the main things you should know.
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What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?
Once you arrive in Spain, you are sure to hear "no pasa nada" all of the time. But like so many useful expressions, the real meaning of no pasa nada can be difficult to grasp. That's why we'd like to share our insights on what it means.
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Drinking Culture in Spain
Does it seem like we're talking about alcohol a little too lightly or a little too much? Perhaps it's just the different drinking culture we're used to here in Spain―allow us to explain.
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A Smoking Culture
The way Europeans view smoking is stereotypically different than Americans. Check out this article to see what we think about Spanish smoking styles and what you should know if moving abroad to Spain .
