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Expat experiences in Spain

  • Expat Life in Spain
    • Marriage in spain
      • Everything You Need to Know about Applying for Pareja de Hecho
      • The Difference Between a Civil Union and Marriage in Spain
      • Everything you need to know to plan a wedding abroad
      • What you need to know before your first Spanish wedding
    • Visas and Paperwork
      • Taxes for expats
      • The Difference Between a Civil Union and Marriage in Spain
      • How to Stay in Spain as an American
    • Moving Abroad
      • How an American learned an age-old Spanish dance
      • 10 of the most frequently asked questions to Americans abroad
      • How to find an apartment in Spain
      • What you don’t need to worry about when you decide to move abroad
      • What I wish I had brought to Spain
      • 10 Frequently Asked Questions for a Permanent Expat
    • Family Life in Spain
      • Pregnant in a Spanish Quarantine
      • 10 Ways You Know You’re an American Mom in Spain
    • Healthcare in Spain
      • 10 things that surprised me about giving birth in Spain
      • Health Care And Birth In Spain vs. The United States
  • Spain
    • Barcelona
      • 10 spots you can’t miss on the Costa Brava
      • Saying goodbye to Barcelona
      • 10 things you need to know about Barcelona
      • Palo Alto market in Barcelona
      • Your personal to do list this summer in Barcelona
      • The only guide to brunch in Barcelona you’ll ever need.
      • Barcelona on a budget
      • Where to see films in their original language in Barcelona
      • 10 bars you need to try in Barcelona
    • Galicia
      • Must knows for enjoying island time in the Cíes
    • Toledo
      • All of your Toledo must-dos from a local himself
    • Madrid
      • 5 Off the Beaten Path Spots to Visit Madrid on a Budget
  • Travel by Country
    • Travel hacks
      • Get over your fear of long haul flights
      • How to get a first class upgrade…for free!
    • Czech Republic
      • Prague
        • A few things I learned in the Czech capital
    • Portugal
      • Porto
        • How to best see the city of “Tripeiros”
    • France
      • Lyon
        • 5 things that Lyon is waiting to show you
    • Italy
      • Cinque Terre
        • 6 things to know before you fall in love with Cinque Terre
    • Malta
      • The Blue Lagoon
        • Everything you need to know about the Blue Lagoon
      • Malta in 36 hours or less
    • Thailand
      • Chiang Mai
        • Three days in Chiang Mai
  • Teaching in Spain
  • About me
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Madrid, SpainLeave a comment

5 Off the Beaten Path Spots to Visit Madrid on a Budget

April 20, 2020February 9, 2022 Emily

Written by guest writer: Javier Garcia of Cool Tours Spain As a major European capital city, there are plenty of things to do in town but take a look at the following guide to discover Madrid on a budget. To start … Continue reading 5 Off the Beaten Path Spots to Visit Madrid on a Budget

Chiang Mai, Thailand, Travel by CountryLeave a comment

Three days in Chiang Mai

October 19, 2018November 8, 2021 Emily

Have a short jaunt to this small town in the north of Thailand? Make the most of it with these tips! Continue reading Three days in Chiang Mai

Malta, Travel by CountryLeave a comment

Malta in 36 hours or less

July 27, 2018November 8, 2021 Emily

Malta is a hard place to define. This is due in large part to its geographical placement and historical significance. In case you haven’t checked a map before your trip, (NO JUDGEMENT–I shamefully was completely mistaken on where in the world … Continue reading Malta in 36 hours or less

Malta, The Blue Lagoon, Travel by Country5 Comments

Everything you need to know about the Blue Lagoon

June 7, 2018November 8, 2021 Emily

You’ve heard about it. You’ve seen pictures. You’ve planned your whole trip to Malta around this one beach. And I’m here to tell you…you’ve made the right choice. Now, what do you need to know before you go? You’ve got … Continue reading Everything you need to know about the Blue Lagoon

Porto, Portugal, Travel by CountryLeave a comment
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How to best see the city of “tripeiros”

May 22, 2018June 16, 2018 Emily

If you’ve been following along with my blog for even a short amount of time, you might know that I had the best stroke of luck when one of my new coworkers four years ago became one of my best … Continue reading How to best see the city of “tripeiros”

Barcelona, Costa Brava, Spain2 Comments

Why you should see the Costa Brava this winter

March 8, 2018November 8, 2021 Emily

After a whirlwind 48 hours on the beautiful Costa Brava with two even more beautiful friends of mine, I have officially decided that winter time is the best time to visit this treasure of north-east Spain. Yup. I said it. The … Continue reading Why you should see the Costa Brava this winter

Czech Republic, Prague, Travel by Country7 Comments
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A few things I learned in the Czech capital

January 18, 2018June 3, 2018 Emily

Before heading off on one of my favorite ways to travel–girls weekend with my coworker/best friend/platonic love/and favorite travel partner, Pili–I already had some preconceived notions about Prague. I had been there once during a whirlwind Easter break trip through … Continue reading A few things I learned in the Czech capital

Galicia, Spain3 Comments
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Must knows for enjoying island time in the Cíes

August 3, 2017November 8, 2021 Emily

During your time in Galicia, if you are lucky enough to get nice weather, going to the Islas Cies is an essential stop. These islands are a protected marine-terrestrial park, and the definition of unspoiled paradise. (Hey, there’s a reason … Continue reading Must knows for enjoying island time in the Cíes

Travel by Country2 Comments
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Get over your fear of long haul flights

May 24, 2017June 3, 2018 Emily

Airports, amirite? Magical places full of love, hope, and dreams unlived. Let me be clear. I am talking about everything that happens A.S.—After Security. Until everyone has passed this point, it is a shit show across the board, and Ill … Continue reading Get over your fear of long haul flights

Spain, Toledo, Travel by Country3 Comments
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All of your Toledo must-dos from a local himself

May 17, 2017June 3, 2018 Emily

If you ever ask a Spanish person about the history and culture of their country, one of the first things they will tell you is how for centuries, three major religions and their respective cultural traditions, foods, and architectural styles … Continue reading All of your Toledo must-dos from a local himself

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