Spain

Spain A taste of Spain. Eat like a local Eating like a local in Spain has been an amazing experience for me. My buddy Gastón was incredibly passionate about introducing me to a wide variety of local food and beverages. By the end of my trip, I could confidently order breakfast just like the locals…

Spain Playing Hide-and-Seek with Nature in Aigüestortes National Park Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park is one of the most pristine mountain parks in Catalonia and is part of the Pyrenees mountain range. Traveling to the park during the shoulder season can be a bit challenging, but that’s exactly what I always do,…

Spain Las Fallas: This Festival Shakes the Ground and Your Soul La Fallas is a famous celebration held every March in Valencia, Spain. I came here for its two major highlights, the Ninots and the Mascletà. Hundreds of ninots are created as caricatures, often portraying political figures or celebrities to humorously address various political and…

Spain Paella, People, and Passion. My Tasty Day in Barcelona Paella is always among the top three most beloved dishes in Spain. To truly experience it, I joined local chef Koka, who adds a creative twist to the traditional recipe. We began our day at the vibrant Mercat de la Boqueria, one of the most iconic…

Spain Starry Nights & Mosaic Dreams. An Artistic Exploration in Spain As part of my Live Like a Local project in Spain, I immersed myself in the local art scene by joining a fluorescent paint workshop; painting in the dark, inspired by the footsteps of Vincent Van Gogh. My dream? To recreate Starry Night as…

Spain Can an Unfinished Building Be an architecture style? A Journey Through Gaudí’s Mind Live Like A Local” is a study I conducted to better understand and plan for our upcoming Europe Tour. I spent one month in Spain focusing on four key aspects: exploring landmarks and hidden gems, immersing in art and culture, adopting…