Posts by Catalina
15 Things You’ll Wish You Knew Before Becoming An Auxiliar de Conversación
After two years living in Spain and working as an Auxiliar de Conversación, it’s safe to say I’ve learned quite a bit about teaching English in Spain. When first applying, it can be difficult to truly understand what you’ve signed up for. I know when I first applied, I was drawn in by the appeal of…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Northern Ireland Itinerary + Game of Thrones Journey of Doors
If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones and are hoping to experience some of the excitement of the show in real life, look no further than Northern Ireland. As someone who has visited locations from HBO’s iconic TV series in 6 countries-Iceland, Spain, Malta, Morocco, Croatia, and Northern Ireland, nothing compares with the sheer…
Read MoreHow to Spend 3 Days in Stockholm: The Ultimate Itinerary
Whether you are visiting in winter, spring, autumn, or summer, you are bound to love Sweden’s capital city, Stockholm. This city along the Baltic is home to 14 islands and over 50 bridges. History lovers will enjoy the historic charm and cobblestone streets of Gamla Stan, the old town, as well as the plethora of world-class…
Read MoreHow To Spend 3 Days In Belgium: The Ultimate Itinerary
I have to be honest, when I first booked my flight to visit Belgium, three things came to mind: Belgian beer, Belgian waffles, and Belgian chocolate. While you are sure to encounter plenty of these local specialties during your visit to Belgium, the country is so much more than the culinary delights for which it…
Read MoreBest of Belgium: How to Spend 1 Day in Brussels
When planning my weekend in Belgium, I knew that I had to spend at least one day in the country’s capital, Brussels. While this city is internationally recognized as the headquarters of the European Union, Brussels is not exactly filled with towering monumental structures or landmarks. In fact, the most famous symbol of the city…
Read MoreBest of Belgium: How to Spend 1 Day in Ghent
When you first think about places to visit in Belgium, popular cities such as Brussels, Bruges, and Antwerp are probably the first to spring into your mind. Over the years, Ghent has become and an increasingly popular destination for visitors to Belgium, and it is easy to see why. The city is home to beautiful buildings…
Read MoreYear in Review: 10 Epic Miss Adventures of 2018
10 countries. 36 flights. 54,066 miles. Countless memories. It’s safe to say 2018 was one of my busiest travel years to date! I had so many adventures this year that it was tough to fit them all in one post. Living in Spain certainly has it’s perks! Here’s to another incredible year of travel and…
Read MoreSpain Summer Getaways: Spend a Perfect Weekend in Nerja and Frigiliana
As an American, when I first think about visiting Spain, I primarily think of some of the country’s most popular tourist cities. Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Seville, and Granada were all places I made sure to visit on my first trip to Spain. However, after spending 1 year teaching English in Spain, I have had the…
Read MoreTapas, Taverns & History Tour With Devour Seville
True story: On my first visit to Spain a couple of years ago, I completely fell in love with the country and its food scene. So much so, in fact, that I actually decided to pack up my bags and move to Seville, Spain to teach English almost one year ago. Since moving to Spain, I’ve explored Barcelona‘s…
Read MorePatios de Cordoba: The Enchanting Spanish Flower Festival You Won’t Want To Miss
If there is one thing I have learned after a year of living in Spain, it’s that the Spanish know how to party! Many regions, cities, and even small towns have holidays and festivals they are particularly known for. Whether you are heading to Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls, Valencia‘s Fallas festival, or find yourself visiting…
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