Wait, what? I thought there’s free movement within the Schengen Area!?
Can a non-EU travel within the Schengen Area with only the EU residence card? The short answer is no. Wait, what? I thought there’s free movement within the Schengen Area? Well, not really, it depends. Here’s the long story about how I found that out the hard way. My flight from Madrid to Toulouse (France) was at
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THAT ONE TIME I BROKE A BED IN VENICE
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13 MINI STORIES ABOUT MY FIRST YEAR IN SPAIN
This November marks my first anniversary living in Spain, or Spainiversary! There was one point I thought Spain would not happen because the visa complication was taking a toll on me, and then one year went by in the blink of an eye. One year is not a lot but enough to hold countless of
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A native Vietnamese’s guide to best Vietnamese restaurants in Madrid
“Fresh herbs, lots of vegetables and seafood, and cooking techniques that use water or broth instead of oils — these are some of the standout qualities of Vietnamese food,” described Annie Corapi as Vietnamese food lies among CNN’s top 10 healthiest cuisines in the world. And more importantly, it’s delicious! The combination of different flavors and textures is
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My 3 amazing days in Porto
Porto, Portugal has got to be one of my favorite destinations for a weekend trip: stunning architect, chill vibe, lots of characters, beautiful landscape, affordable delicious food and friendly people, I don’t know what more can you possibly ask for. In fact, I’ve been questioning myself why am I not living here already! Day 1:
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Making the most of your long layover in Palma de Mallorca
Are you having a long layover in Palma de Mallorca or just looking for ways to spend your first day on the island most efficiently? I got you covered, with a bit of help from a Spanish local who has spent some years living here. First off all, Palma de Mallorca is an awesome place to
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The best ramen in Munich is truly the best
Few foods have me hooked at the first bite and Takumi München got me hard! This place is not far from the city center and well-communicated with public transportation. I was warned there would always be a long queue if come around lunch or dinner time, so it’s best to go during odd hours. I went at
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Eat Well in Porto without Breaking the Bank
Gastronomy is a huge part of my travels, I love to eat my way around the new cities I visit. The good news about Porto is that you don’t have to go broke to satisfy your stomach. With my big sweet tooth, Portugal’s abundance of very high quality affordable bakeries is a blessing. There’s also fresh
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Making the most of your first weekend in Picos de Europa
Picos de Europa national park is one of Spain’s largest nature reserves situated in the north of the country. English Wikipedia would tell you that Picos de Europa is the literal translation of Peaks of Europe which is true, but a Spaniard would translate “picos” as pecks or little kisses. It’s one of those places that are picture-perfect everywhere you turn
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Nerja on a Summer Day: A Comprehensive Guide
Nerja makes a great day-trip if you’re already in the province of Málaga and/or look for an alternative of Málaga capital. I’m a fan of Málaga and keep coming back here. But I also love exploring new places and Nerja was a great find, especially if you enjoy outdoor activities like myself. It’s is part of the La
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How to Rock Your First Flamenco Outfit
For the Feria de Málaga, I decided to go all out with a flamenco dress (traje de gitana / traje de flamenca), which is traditionally worn by women the Andalusia region of Spain during ferias (festivals). The gorgeous Paulina on The Road was the one who planted the idea in my head in the first place.
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5 Awesome Places to Visit in Málaga City
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