I have visited Mallorca several times and I feel like visiting Mallorca in winter deserves its own blog post. Mallorca is such an underrated winter destination and I don’t think people understand that it should be at the top of your list when you plan a little winter escape. Why? Because when temperatures in other…
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Tipping in Spain: How to not embarrass yourself!
Every time I travel to a new country I am unsure about the tipping culture. How much am I supposed to tip? Do I have to leave a tip everywhere? And that is why in this article I want to talk about tipping in Spain. Because all countries are different when it comes to tipping. To…
71 Quotes about Barcelona you should know about!
Oh, Barcelona. Barcelona must be Spain’s most iconic city and the dream destination of so many people. But did you know what famous people have said about Barcelona in history? While writing this post I was so surprised by different quotes from Ernest Hemingway (Yes, THE Ernest Hemingway), Hans Christian Andersen, and other famous writers….
Barcelona Neighbourhood Map (with all important attractions & best places to stay)
I am not gonna lie: It took me quite a while to understand the Barcelona neighborhoods. I was always confusing the Gothic quarter with Born and was never really sure where Eixample started and where it ended. If you feel similar, I got you, don’t worry! This blog post includes a Barcelona Neighborhood map that…
Barcelona Bucket List: 20 Things to do in Barcelona
The first time I visited Barcelona, I was quite overwhelmed with the city. I felt like there were so many attractions, countless food places to choose from, so many museums, interesting tours and so much more! It seemed like it is so easy to fall into a tourist trap or end up at an overpriced…
Spend 2 days in Madrid: A detailed Madrid itinerary written by a local
Hello and welcome to Madrid, the best city in the whole wide world! Okay, at least to me. And I have to admit that I am biased. Because I have been living in Madrid for more than four years now. Believe me, Madrid is an amazing city that has SO MUCH to offer. You can…
25 free museums in Madrid you have to visit during your stay
Madrid is home to many famous world-class museums. And visiting them does not have to break the bank. You have probably heard about the famous Reina Sofia museum in Madrid, where you can find many of Picasso’s famous paintings. Did you know you can visit it during specific hours for free? In fact, there are many…
One week in Tenerife, the ultimate Tenerife Itinerary
In September 2021 I visited Tenerife for a friend’s wedding. And my boyfriend and I decided to extend our stay a little and explore the island. What a great decision! Because not only is Tenerife an amazing location for a wedding. We were absolutely surprised by its variety in nature, remote black-sand beaches, cuisine, and…
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…
