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    Costa del Sol Like a Local

    August 22, 2026 /

    "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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  • Culture

    Our Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Spain

    December 19, 2024 /

    We've compiled all of our insights into the holiday season and Christmas celebrations here in Spain into one easy-to-find guide. Here's everything you need to know about Navidad.

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    Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots

    September 19, 2024 /

    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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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Travel

    Traveling with a little one under 6 months

    August 22, 2024 /

    Dear Jim, Before our little one hits the six month mark we will have traveled together by car, train, tram, and plane (plus a short ferry ride). For me, living far away from my family, having this flexibility to move around has meant a lot because it means we can connect more easily with loved ones. Even within Finland, being willing to test out traveling options has been really beneficial for our ability to have tiny adventures around people and events that are important to us. Traveling with such a small person can feel daunting, especially if the day-to-day tasks are already feeling like a lot. At the same time,…

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    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

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    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020

    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023
  • How to,  Travel

    Visiting Madrid with a baby: Travel tips from Spanish father and founder of AI Travel Planner

    April 11, 2024 /

    Dear Tony, Today on the blog we welcome Andrés Martinez to share his tips for visiting Madrid. Andrés is the Founder and CEO of Speakspots, a Spain and European-focused AI Travel Planner. He has traveled to 100+ cities in Europe (50+ of them in Spain) and has 8+ years of experience in Product and Tech across Mastercard, Deloitte, and the startup space (Speakspots, Aiia). From solo, to couple, to baby-friendly trips, he has tried it all in terms of travel formats. After having experienced dozens of issues while traveling (due to bad planning or lack of time), he is now driven to create the ultimate AI travel planning tool to…

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  • How to,  Travel

    3 days in Barcelona: Travel Tips by Founder of Spanish AI Travel Planner

    January 25, 2024 /

    Looking to plan a trip to Barcelona but not sure where to begin? Guest writer Andrés Martinez is the Founder and CEO of Speakspots, a Spain and European-focused AI Travel Planner, and he really knows his way around this popular destination. Check out his tips for planning a fully optimized 3-day stay in Barcelona.

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    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

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  • Travel

    Los Miradores – Six Highly Recommended Viewpoints in Granada

    November 16, 2021 /

    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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    Easy Spanish for Asking for Directions (and Giving Directions)

    November 2, 2021 /

    Whether you’ll be in Spain for a short or long time, there’s a good chance you’ll need to ask for directions. Check out this guide with tons of tips, vocab, and things you should know.

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    April 16, 2019

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    June 19, 2018
  • Food,  Travel

    What You Need to Know About Oviedo

    October 18, 2021 /

    Have you heard of Oviedo before? This northern city is not only significant historically, today it is famous for its street art and sculptures. Check out this post for an overview and top things to see to help you plan a trip.

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    July 11, 2019
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    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021 /

    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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    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019

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  • Culture,  Travel

    Who is Antoni Gaudí?

    July 26, 2021 /

    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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  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Mallorca

    July 20, 2021 /

    We have been poking around Mallorca and really enjoyed the sun, sand, and food! On top of that, there is history to learn too if you're not just there to relax. Check out this post for our tips! 

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