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Mallorca in April (2024): Weather, Events, and Best Things to Do
“Is April a good month to visit Mallorca?”, “Can you go swimming?”, “Is it hot enough to go sunbathing?”. Discover everything you need to know about visiting Mallorca in April, including the weather, special events, and the best things to…
Mallorca in March (2024): Weather, Events, and Best Things to Do
Thinking of visiting Mallorca in March but don’t know what to expect? Read on to discover what the weather’s like in March, what to pack, the best things to do, and special events and key dates!
The Pros and Cons of Living in Mallorca
In January 2016, we packed our lives into two suitcases and moved to Barcelona. 7 years, 15 jobs, one wedding anniversary, and two cats later, we were ready for our next adventure. Moving to Mallorca was a huge decision. We…
First Impressions of Mallorca
Discover my first impressions of Mallorca and let me know if you agree. Top beaches, friendly people, German beer halls, Mallorca has it all.
What it’s Really Like Living in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter
Ever wondered what it's like living in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter? Is it dirty? Smelly? Overrun with tourists? Beautiful? Charming? Mysterious? Find out from the perspective of a resident of this (in)famous neighbourhood...
Calçotada – A Catalan Onion Orgy
Ever eaten more than 10 onions in one sitting? Or accidentally poured red wine into your eyeballs from a great height? If you answered no to any of the above, you probably haven’t participated in the great Catalan tradition of…
The Joys and Challenges of Being an Immigrant
Moving to a foreign country can be one of life’s most challenging and rewarding experiences. The Joys and Challenges of Being an Immigrant is all about unfortunate language blunders, Kafkaesque bureaucracy, swimming out far from the shores of your comfort…
5 Ways Moving to Spain Changes You
In January I’ll have been living in Barcelona for 5 years, so to celebrate I’m sharing five ways I’ve changed since moving to Spain - you might be able to relate to them, especially if you’re British or come from…
Spanish Tea Culture and The Arrival of the Kettle
Want to find out the shocking truth about tea in Spain? Discover the transformative effect of a kettle and how it sent shock waves through the Spanish office in this tongue-in-cheek article...