Sometimes you can’t avoid a long layover, which was the case when I flew from Spain to the U.S. I had an overnight layover in Lisbon, so there was no way I wouldn’t take advantage of that time. I had already visited Porto and other parts of northern Portugal, so this was my chance to …
If you’ve ever entertained the idea of moving abroad, teaching English in Spain is a good way to do it. NALCAP is an option that has a relatively low barrier to entry. What is NALCAP? The North American Language & Culture Assistant Program (NALCAP) is a Spanish government program. It brings native-like English speakers to …
Munich is well-known as the capital city of Bavaria and third-largest German city. What I love about it is the great public transportation, cleanliness, and how pretty it is as far as green spaces and architecture. I stayed at the Tulip Inn München Messe, which I was very satisfied with. It’s not in the city …
As small of a country as Portugal is, there’s a lot to see and do. One week was the perfect amount of time to see Porto and the smaller towns in the north. Here is your guide to northern Portugal. Porto: Top Tourist Attractions Porto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. It’s …
I was fortunate enough to attend the incredible 2022 TBEX Europe conference and discover Marbella in the process. Marbella, Spain is a colorful city located in the Málaga province within Andalucía, also known as the Costa del Sol. As the name implies, this coastal city is sunny all year, making it a popular tourist spot. …
As beautiful as it is, Venice, Italy is tourism central. It’s important to plan accordingly so you can make the most of your experience in this historic and unique floating city. Keep reading to get acquainted with Venice and all it has to offer. Things to do in Venice Piazza San Marco (St. Mark’s Square) …
As a one-time resident, I’ve had time to discover all the things to do in Alicante, Spain. Located on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, the obvious attraction is the beach, but there are many other things to do and places to see. So if you ever find yourself in or near Alicante, check these activities …
It’s usually best to avoid holiday travel, when the airports are busy and prices are high, but Christmas in Germany is one of the few exceptions that make the inconvenience worth it. Germany is known for doing Christmas big—elaborate Christmas markets, lights, food, handmade decorations, and all in the German tradition. I visited Christmas markets …
Neuenrade, Germany is a small, hilly town in the Sauerland region of North Rhine-Westphalia with a population of over 12,000. It’s about an hour and a half drive from Cologne and Dusseldorf and an hour drive from Wuppertal and Dortmund. It’s also where my mother grew up. I was fortunate enough to be able to …
Header photo by Assefash Makonnen I stayed in Jávea, Spain for 5 days and 4 nights for the inaugural Las Morenas de España (LMDES) Getaway. (Read more about my LMDES Getaway experience here.) Jávea, or Xábia in Valencian, is a small town in the Alicante province and part of the Costa Blanca, which runs up the …
