Tag: europe travel
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What to do in Tbilisi, Georgia
Tbilisi is one of my favorite cities in that gray area between Europe and Asia. It has a welcoming, up-and-coming vibe that reflects youth culture without being too pretentious about it. People are cool, without trying too hard. Locals work hard and salaries are less than other countries in Europe. You can see the continued…
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Best Spanish cities: Granada!
It’s difficult to pick just one favorite place in Spain, but the Andalusian city of Granada is probably the closest I’ll come to a definitive choice. I’ve been twice — another indication as I don’t always visit places multiple times when traveling — and would hands down go again. With a mix of Arabic, traditional…
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Regions of Spain: My Murcia
I’m at the end of my time in Murcia, the region in southern Spain I’ve called home for the past nine months. When it comes to tourism and language, Murcia often gets a bad rap. I’ve had various conversations with Murcianos about how they “don’t speak real Spanish” or “there’s nothing to do here, you…
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Barcelona!!
I was excited to visit the Spanish region of Catalunya (Catalonia) in order to interview Michelle and Matt Norman and explore the city I’ve dreamed of visiting since I was small and saw the Cheetah Girls singing in Park Güell. Also, “L’Auberge Espagnole” is one of my favorite films, so it was surreal to walk…
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Lessons from Spain: helping new neighbors
Moving to Spain has been different from when I stayed in Costa Rica or Slovakia. During those visits (which were two to four months), I had a specific program and personnel who helped me understand the rules of how to live in another country. In Spain, I am largely on my own, being helped along…
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Moving to Spain: logistics
Moving to Spain The logistics of moving to another continent can be tricky. However, with research and patience, living abroad is achievable. I’ve already touched on the process for applying with the Ministry and receiving a visa. Once these are accomplished, it’s time to understand the basic logistics of how to live. Flights First, I…