How to Prepare a Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner While Living in Spain
When I first landed in Spain, I had hardly considered what it would be like to spend the holidays in my new land. I was so overcome with excitement, n…
Author: Marjorie Vera
Why Live in Spain?
Five days earlier, I arrived back to NY from Barcelona. On my way back, I had made a vow in my travel journal and messily scribbled, "If I lose my job…
Easy Tips for Learning a New Language
Moving abroad is such an incredibly enriching experience, yet it can certainly arouse many fears and doubts when it comes to thinking about... A new l…
A Brief History of Catalonia for Expats
When moving to a new country, there is so much to learn about the culture, history, traditions, and customs, and it’s exciting...
The Power of Journaling to Manifest your Expat Dreams
“I love it here. And I would really love to leave the US to live abroad. Perhaps I will save that for my older years...
Where to Find Out About Current Covid Restrictions in Spain
Find information about the pandemic for Spain. Reliable information from an expat living in the country...
Calçotada! What the Heck Is That?
One of the best parts about living abroad is learning about a whole new calendar of cultural traditions... Talking about the calçotada now...
Books and Roses… a Tale of Sant Jordi’s Day
Legend has it that there was a dragon who had overtaken the village of Montblanc and ate all the nearby animals. But what have dragons in common with …
Piquant Pintxos & Vermouth Culture
Join Marjorie on her mouth-watering journey through Spain, Vermouth included.
Useful Banking Apps & Tips in Spain
Spain - The bureaucracy involved in accomplishing many mundane tasks, such as opening a bank account, can be astonishing at best.