In September 2021 I visited Tenerife for a friend’s wedding. And my boyfriend and I decided to extend our stay a little and explore the island. What a great decision! Because not only is Tenerife an amazing location for a wedding. We were absolutely surprised by its variety in nature, remote black-sand beaches, cuisine, and…
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104 Cheap or Free Things to do in Madrid!
Let me tell you a secret: Madrid is not another boring capital city. And it should not be your second choice after Barcelona. I have been living in Madrid for more than four years, so believe me, there’s a ton of free things to do in Madrid. But I understand that it is hard to…
The most beautiful beaches in Tenerife
Tenerife is a paradise of black sand beaches, amazing weather the whole year round, gorgeous nature and absolutely stunning beaches. Honestly, you will not believe that the Canary Islands could be so beautiful and have such a variety of landscapes. All while being only three hours away by plane from the Spanish mainland. And the…
Tenerife Bucket List: 14 Attractions to make your stay unforgettable
Tenerife is the biggest island of the Canary Islands and has so many amazing attractions to offer! I went to Tenerife for 10 days in September and absolutely fell in love with it. What you will find in Tenerife is a paradise of black sand beaches, good weather all year round and amazing Canarian food….
What to do in Puerto De la Cruz, Tenerife
I am writing this post just one day after we left Puerto de la Cruz. I knew right from the beginning that I wanted to write about it. Puerto de la Cruz is a small town in the north of Tenerife, a 30-minute bus ride away from the airport of the North of Tenerife. And…
Learn Canarian Spanish: 9 Typical Expressions to speak like the locals
We went to Tenerife in September 2021 for our friend’s wedding and we completely fell in love with the island! Tenerife is an island that is almost three hours away by plane from the Spanish mainland. It is famous for its black sand beaches, the year-round warm temperatures. But, here comes the surprise. Did you…
The Complete Guide to visiting Mount Tibidabo Viewpoint in Barcelona
Barcelona delights with architecture, history, vibrant cuisine, and beaches. But for the ultimate city panorama, there’s only one place to go – Mount Tibidabo. This majestic peak, the highest in the Serra de Collserola range, offers breath-taking views that stretch across Barcelona. You’ll recognize Mount Tibidabo instantly – it’s crowned with a distinctive church, its…
How to spend 2 days in Barcelona, the perfect itinerary for you
Spending 2 days in Barcelona sounds like the best city trip to me. Barcelona has everything you could ask for in a city- amazing weather the whole year round, the beach within walking distance from your house, and amazing food spots everywhere in the city. If you are a fan of the Mediterranean diet, Barcelona…
One day in Madrid: What to See and Where to Go
Madrid will always be one of my favorite cities. Of course, that is why I chose to live here. But I have heard from many people that they were kind of overwhelmed by the city when they visited it. Since it is a capital, it seems so big and busy! Especially if you do not…
What To Do In One Day in Valencia
Oh boy, why did it take me almost five years of living in Spain to finally go to Valencia? I still struggle to figure out why. Somehow I thought Valencia was a city mainly for old people and was quite touristic. But let me tell you beforehand: You can have A LOT of fun in…