I am writing this post just one day after we left Puerto de la Cruz. I knew right from the beginning that I wanted to write about it. Puerto de la Cruz is a small town in the north of Tenerife, a 30-minute bus ride away from the airport of the North of Tenerife. And…
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Learn Canarian Spanish: 9 Typical Expressions to speak like the locals
We went to Tenerife in September 2021 for our friend’s wedding and we completely fell in love with the island! Tenerife is an island that is almost three hours away by plane from the Spanish mainland. It is famous for its black sand beaches, the year-round warm temperatures. But, here comes the surprise. Did you…
The Complete Guide to visiting Mount Tibidabo Viewpoint in Barcelona
Barcelona delights with architecture, history, vibrant cuisine, and beaches. But for the ultimate city panorama, there’s only one place to go – Mount Tibidabo. This majestic peak, the highest in the Serra de Collserola range, offers breath-taking views that stretch across Barcelona. You’ll recognize Mount Tibidabo instantly – it’s crowned with a distinctive church, its…
How to spend 2 days in Barcelona, the perfect itinerary for you
Spending 2 days in Barcelona sounds like the best city trip to me. Barcelona has everything you could ask for in a city- amazing weather the whole year round, the beach within walking distance from your house, and amazing food spots everywhere in the city. If you are a fan of the Mediterranean diet, Barcelona…
One day in Madrid: What to See and Where to Go
Madrid will always be one of my favorite cities. Of course, that is why I chose to live here. But I have heard from many people that they were kind of overwhelmed by the city when they visited it. Since it is a capital, it seems so big and busy! Especially if you do not…
What To Do In One Day in Valencia
Oh boy, why did it take me almost five years of living in Spain to finally go to Valencia? I still struggle to figure out why. Somehow I thought Valencia was a city mainly for old people and was quite touristic. But let me tell you beforehand: You can have A LOT of fun in…
What to see in a weekend in Santander
A couple of weeks ago I went for a weekend to Santander, a beautiful town in the north of Spain. If you are thinking now “Wait, there is a bank called Santander, right?” Yes, you are correct and it was founded there. Santander is the capital of the autonomous region of Cantabria in Spain. It…
Visiting Mallorca Bucketlist: 19+ Places You Have To See
Hands up if you were unsure about what to do when in Mallorca. I know I have because I was sure it was a party island. I thought it was the typical place where teenagers go to celebrate their high school graduation. And I was sure the only thing I could see there were people…
What to do in Cadaqués for a weekend
Have you ever heard about this dreamy fisher village on the Costa Brava? If not, then you definitely should! Cadaqués is a true hidden gem of Spain. And if I can be honest with you, one of the most beautiful places in Spain I have ever been to. You will fall in love with the…