Palma’s Festival of Light: A Spectacle Worth Waking Up For
Twice a year thousands of brave souls drag themselves out of their warm and cosy beds before daybreak to see Palma’s Festival of Light. Though initially painful, it’s worth foregoing a lie in on a cold and dark morning to…
The Pros and Cons of Living in Mallorca
In January 2016, we packed our lives into two suitcases and moved to Barcelona. 7 years, 15 jobs, one wedding anniversary, and two cats later, we were ready for our next adventure. Moving to Mallorca was a huge decision. We…
What’s it Like Living in a Beach Resort?
Before moving to Can Pastilla I was anxious. What would it be like living in a beach resort? Would it be boring in winter and overrun with tourists in summer? Would we have all the shops and services we needed?…
The Guiri’s Guide to Tardeo
What does tardeo mean and what's so good about it? Find out all this and more in the Guiri's guide to tardeo in Spain.
Are The Drach Caves Worth Visiting?
Visiting The Drach Caves is one of Mallorca’s top excursions, but are they really worth seeing or is it a tourist trap?
5 Reasons Not to Take the Train to Sóller
Thinking of taking the train to Sóller? Discover 5 reasons why this overhyped tourist trap is so not worth it and discover a cheaper alternative.
First Impressions of Mallorca
Discover my first impressions of Mallorca and let me know if you agree. Top beaches, friendly people, German beer halls, Mallorca has it all.
A Beginner’s Guide to Renting an Apartment in Spain
Thinking about renting an apartment in Spain? Find out everything you need to know in this beginner's guide and find your dream apartment in no time.
What it’s Really Like Living in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter
Ever wondered what it's like living in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter? Is it dirty? Smelly? Overrun with tourists? Beautiful? Charming? Mysterious? Find out from the perspective of a resident of this (in)famous neighbourhood...
10 Things That Surprise A First-Time Visitor To Greece
First time in Greece and don’t know what to expect? Then join me on an adventure starting in Athens’ seedy redlight district and spanning across the Ionian sea to the isle of Zakynthos. You’ll discover why Greek is so hard,…
