Madrid is an incredible city - I lived there for six years - but itās not perfect. And if youāre thinking about moving there in 2026, itās worth looking at the downsides with clear eyes. None of these are dealābreakers, but they are things people often
Valencia is one of those places where language isnāt just communication - itās identity. And if youāve ever wondered whether speaking Spanish (Castellano) here is rude, the answer is more layered than you might expect. Letās break it down clearly, respectfully, and with a bit of
Spain has a reputation for sunshine, siestas, and stunning cities - but if youāre visiting or moving here, one of the first things youāll need to figure out is how to get around. After years of living in Spain and trying everything from metros to propellerāplane flights
Thereās a moment every newcomer to Spain experiences - that instant when you realise the country isnāt just noisy, itās alive. The sound isnāt background clutter. Itās culture, connection, and community woven into the air. Living here has taught me that volume isnāt a
Madrid does rooftop culture better than almost any city Iāve ever lived in. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or youāve been here for years, thereās something special about heading up high, grabbing a drink, and watching the city glow beneath you. If you'
Spain has a soundtrack. Itās not something you notice all at once - it hits you in layers. Laughter bouncing off narrow streets, voices overlapping in bars, fireworks exploding on a random Tuesday for reasons nobody can fully explain. Itās chaotic, warm, and wonderfully alive. Living here has
London is a city I know inside out. I grew up there for 25 years before moving to Spain, and every time I go back, I see it with slightly different eyes. So today, instead of reviewing a farāflung destination, Iām turning the spotlight on my own hometown
Brittany wasnāt the trip I expected - in the best possible way. Between the wild coastal views, charming little towns, and a few hilarious travel mishaps, this getaway turned into exactly the reset Iād been craving. Come along for the first part of the journey. āļø Arriving in Brest:
Isla Margarita in Venezuela is the kind of place you imagine when someone says ātropical escape.ā Endless beaches, warm water, fresh seafood - and in my case, a few unexpected challenges along the way. These four days were a mix of relaxation, exploration, and the occasional power cut, but thatā
Spain is in the middle of a heated conversation about housing, tourism, and whoās āto blameā for rising rents. Itās emotional, itās messy, and honestly, a lot of the current narrative feels painfully shallow. So hereās my perspective - not as a politician, but as someone
Venezuela had been on my mind for years - a place of staggering natural beauty, warm people, and unforgettable food. But itās also a country facing real challenges, and I didnāt want to sugarcoat any part of my experience. This trip to Isla Margarita was equal parts breathtaking
I spent five days in Gandia at the start of June, and Iāll be honest from the outset - it wasnāt for me. Still, if youāre considering a trip there, this breakdown will help you decide whether itās your kind of place. The beaches are long,