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Costa del Sol Like a Local
"The Costa del Sol rewards curiosity." Learn from the first-hand experience of guest writer, Thomas how you, too, can experience Spain's sunny southern region like a local.
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Navigating Expat Life: Building Community as New Parents
Building communities is relevant for people at all stages of their abroad journey, but we've found it to be especially important as we navigate our lives as new parents. Here are some of the ways we're finding a sense of community as expats in Spain and Finland.
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Los Miradores – Six Highly Recommended Viewpoints in Granada
There are tons of beautiful lookouts, or miradores, in Granada. Here are six of our favorites, three traditional options and three alternative options, that we would recommend checking out while visiting this Andalusian city.
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Moving Abroad to Spain as a Family: An Interview
In 2009 Claudia’s family decided to move abroad to Granada, Spain. Here is a little bit about their story and some advice they would give you if you are planning on doing the same.
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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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5 Great Walking/Hiking Routes in La Alpujarra
Are you looking for a light walk or a more intense hike to do in La Alpujarra region of southern Spain? If so, this post is for you as we dive in to five hikes ranging from easy to more difficult. Choose your own adventure!
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What You Need to Know About La Alpujarra
The Alpujarra are a group of small white towns located in the Sierra Nevada mountains south of Granada. They are a great place to visit for a day or spend the week exploring!
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The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada
The pomegranate is considered the symbol of Granada, but do you know why? The history and folklore goe far beyond just a translation. Learn all about the possible connections here.
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Neighborhoods of Granada Guide
In this guide we explore the ten main neighborhoods, or districts, of Granada that you should know and what you can expect to find in each area.
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What You Need to Know About Málaga
Málaga is known by most for its beach—but it has tons history too! In this post we explore a brief overview of the Andalusian city and what you should know, see, and eat / drink when visiting!
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Day Trips from Malaga
There are many beautiful places to visit just a quick car/train/bus-ride (or even bike ride!) away from Malaga. Here are 10 of our favorites if you will be spending a long time in the city and looking to branch out.
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Day Trips from Granada
If you have some extra time while visiting Granada, we highly recommend a day trip to one of these ten destinations.
