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
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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”
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If you have come to this post, I have a feeling you are in one of a few categories: You’ve been working your “normal” job in the States since graduation and are ready for a break and move abroad, and … Continue reading 10 Frequently Asked Questions for a Permanent Expat
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
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Alright my dear readers, this post is officially over a year in the making. It was, in fact, one of the first posts I planned to write when I started this little baby of mine just under a year ago. … Continue reading The only guide to brunch in Barcelona you’ll ever need.
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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
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There are certain topics that strike fear in the heart of every amateur expat. “Amateur” being anyone who hasn’t been in their new country for long or one who just simply chooses to lead a life of blissful ignorance. I … Continue reading Taxes for expats
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DISCLAIMER: I don’t often write about politics, and have never done it on the blog. But considering the current political turmoil, I have more people asking me if they should cancel their trip to Barcelona out of safety concerns, than … Continue reading The question of Catalan independence on the eve of a revolution
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Barcelona is a city constantly toeing the line between being Spanish or European. (Yes, I’m aware that it is technically both–for now anyway–but stay with me.) The Spanish side being all, beers-on-beers-on-tapas-on-beers in a small, sunny plaza, and the European … Continue reading 10 things you need to know about Barcelona
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The first time I was moving to Spain as a language assistant, my mom oversaw most of my packing. The second and third time are none of your business. JKJK, obvi she was there to put her two cents in … Continue reading What I wish I had brought to Spain
Emily's expat experiences in españa 