“Why do you go away? So that you can come back. So that you can see the place you came from with new eyes and extra colours. And the people there see you differently, too. Coming back to ou started is not the same as never leaving.” – Terry Pratchett Becoming an expat is not […]Read More
An inspirational quote from the past can sometimes be enough to spark an initial interest, or even lifestyle change, in someone. Equally inspirational language quotes could be just what you need when you hit “the wall” of language learning. It can be the frustration of making the same mistake over and over again or having […]Read More
As with every culture, there are all kinds of Spanish stereotypes floating around the people of Spain and their traditions. You may well have heard of most of these Spanish stereotypes, but it’s always fun to go through them and maybe debunk a few. What comes to your mind when you think of Spaniards? Exactly. Stereotypes. […]Read More
Will you make some of the best New Year’s resolutions this year or have you already given up on it as they will surely get forgotten through the year just like last year and the year before? If the second option is your case, then you are not alone. Many people don’t even try to […]Read More
Get away from the irritating noise of the city and find the ideal camping in Spain to relax! It is always good to get out of the usual routine sometimes and take in some fresh air. Undoubtedly, one of the cheapest ways to do it is to go camping, be it on the beach or […]Read More
Being an expat may seem daunting, especially for an American celebrating Thanksgiving in Europe, but that fear should subside once you’ve completed your ingredients list for an almost perfect Thanksgiving dinner. Well almost, because you’re not back home surrounded by your loving family who share the same enthusiasm for this special day. I’ve always wondered […]Read More
Christmas traditions in Europe is all about rekindling the Christmas spirit, surrounded by our loved ones and old Christmas customs. You probably can’t even imagine the scene without a Christmas tree, Santa Claus or a VERY ugly Christmas jumper. Well, believe it or not, some people in Europe can’t imagine this time of the year […]Read More
When you think of the most beautiful islands in Europe it’s natural to think of the obvious choices: Ibiza, Malta, Tenerife, Sicily… But everyone has already heard of these top touristic islands in Europe. But wouldn’t you like to discover something more? More authentic, more innocent. Or rather something less? Less noisy, less crowded, less […]Read More
There are so many amazing cities in the world that are worth seeing. How do you choose which ones to visit and which ones to skip? How is it that some cities have a stable place on many people’s bucket list, yet others are not that famous? It is obvious that some cities are simply […]Read More
Forget summer getaways, Halloween destinations should be on your mind now. Halloween is almost here and as the second most commercial holiday, it should be taken as an opportunity to spend money on flights and discovering other cultures. We all remember the Halloween parties of our childhood, walking from house by house in the neighbourhood […]Read More