On The Road Again

Many people are seeking information about moving to Spain and what life in Spain is really like. While there is plenty of financial and legal advice out there. I think people like to hear about real life experiences. To get an honest point of view from those who have already moved to Spain is really helpful.  So, t o help us share some different views and advice we have started a new interview series. I will be interviewing people, who now live in Spain but are originally from another country.   For each interviewee, Spain is their current home. Hopefully they will share useful insight into what life in Spain is like for foreigners, guiris , expats, immigrants (whatever term you use). With the aim of passing on great knowledge and information to anyone interested in moving to Spain.   Life in Spain interview No.1  The first interview is with Kim who lives in Madrid. She hails from a small town in the Rocky Mountains in Canada. Although she loved the fresh mountain air and stunning...

When I set off to spend the weekend in Almería , Spain in the middle of December, I was expecting more sea and sun than festive vibes. However, I quickly discovered that Christmas in Almería city is a huge affair. From light displays to letting kids take over the main shopping street, there’s A LOT going on. Here’s a guide to all the best Christmas spots in Almería. Almería City at Christmas Cathedral Plaza or Plaza de la Catedral Taking selfies in the tunnel of lights. This was my first stop on my festive tour of Almería. I had seen it on the Almería Instagram page and knew I had to visit. In the center of the plaza they have constructed a tunnel of lights stretching from one end to another. The light patterns and colours change in time to music. The local nuns were there welcoming people to the tunnel and watching the enjoyment it brought the community. The surrounding palm trees are wrapped in lights as well. When I visited there was instrumental music playing and it...