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Bilbao is the largest city in Spain‘s Basque Country, or País Vasco. While the city wasn’t a tourist destination in years past, the opening of the Guggenheim Museum in 1997 has transformed the city into the vibrant and modern metropolis it is known as today. Visitors can explore the 700-year history of the old town (Casco Viejo)…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Hello! I'm Catalina, a tour guide, travel addict, and brunch lover living in Florence, Italy. I'm on a mission to live a life of adventure, and have visited 23 countries, 6 continents, and counting! When I'm not updating my corner of the internet, you can find me planning my next (miss) adventure, consuming way too much gelato, or chasing after the pigeons of Florence (which I have collectively named Gary).
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