Tag: Spain

  • Getting EU residency by buying property

    Getting EU residency by buying property

    Most expats in Europe rent housing while they’re abroad, typically under the assumption that their stay abroad will be temporary. Anyone looking for a more permanent stay would probably benefit from taking a look at the local real estate market. That’s because some European nations offer residency visas to anyone buying property in their country.…

  • The best churches in the world

    The best churches in the world

    Though I have a general disdain for organized religion and I barely even believe in God, I have a deep affinity for churches. They always have the most ornate, beautiful architecture. They always create an amazing outline in a city’s skyline. They’re calm, quiet, and they have a distinct comforting scent. And even if you’re…

  • Why you should visit Gibraltar on a day trip from Spain

    Why you should visit Gibraltar on a day trip from Spain

    Before I went to Iceland, Gibraltar was my favorite place in the world. The British territory is located in the south of Spain making it a great day trip from the nearby towns of Cadiz or Malaga. Why Gibraltar is awesome If you’re visiting the south of Spain, I wouldn’t miss Gibraltar for the world.…

  • Getting by on the cheap in Barcelona

    Getting by on the cheap in Barcelona

    I lost my job exactly one week before a scheduled trip to Barcelona so it was imperative that I spend as little as possible on that vacation. Of course, another option would have been to cancel the trip, but I don’t like to do things I know I’ll regret. The good news is that Spain is…