Tag: europe
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Alicante: A Photo Travel Diary
February 2025 Alicante stole my heart in so many ways. For one, I celebrated Valentine’s Day here on a little solo date/trip. For the past several years, I’ve redefined this day that’s traditionally spent with your significant other, and treat it as a day of love in all forms — most especially, self-love. Because there…
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Malta: A Photo Travel Diary
January 2025 Islands just capture my entire heart and soul. Malta was a dreamscape and a manifestation of what heaven on Earth is like. I say this after every trip, but Malta is the most beautiful place I’ve ever been. From the melted turquoise waters, incredible gastronomy, and friendly locals — it’s a place I…
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Andalucía: A Photo Travel Diary
January 2025 A week in the Southern part of Spain was simply not enough. I spent 3 days in Sevilla, 3 days in Granada, and 1 day in Córdoba. I adored the sun-drenched small village-style houses bursting with flora, the orange trees everywhere, and the relaxed atmosphere of each city, which was unique in its…
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The “Don’t’s” of Dining in Spain
The restaurant scene was one of the greatest cultural shocks I experienced coming to Spain from the United States. From customer service to mealtime hours, Spain is certainly a different world regarding eating out. Here are some tips you should know before visiting a bar or restaurant in Spain. 1. Don’t come starving Trust me…
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What I Like and Dislike About Living in Madrid
First impressions 1-month after moving here from Chicago I’ve been living in Madrid for a little over a month now. After living all of my life in the United States, I’ve experienced some cultural shocks since moving to Spain. Disclaimer: This article is entirely based on my own personal experiences and is not meant to…
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Mallorca: A Photo Travel Diary
November 2024 I celebrated my 22nd birthday in Mallorca, Isla Baleares, Spain. Fun fact: I thought I had booked my plane ticket for Las Palmas, located in the Canary Islands, NOT Palma de Mallorca. Imagine my surprise showing up at the airport… But what a great surprise (minus re-booking accommodation and whatnot) because Mallorca is…
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Northern Sardinia: A Photo Travel Diary
October 2024 Sardinia is now one of my new favorite places. Besides stunning scenery, the people were very friendly (even though I don’t speak Italian), and everything was surprisingly inexpensive! October was a lovely time to visit. It’s off-season, which meant not a lot of action happening in town, but made for a very peaceful,…
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