Fluency in Spanish: The journey of a wannabe Spanish speaker
I had an amazing epiphany this morning: Spanish is getting easier! It seems so insignificant and yet… for someone who is trying to learn a new language the road to fluency can be tough. My first steps towards learning Spanish started in December 2017. I had been dating my then Mexican boyfriend for a few months and we were planning my…
Gathering the correct NIE documents in Barcelona (2019)
Ah, the beloved NIE. The Número de Identificación de Extranjero (Foreigner’s Identification Number). Your best friend, when you first move to Spain. With this number in hand, you will be set to navigate the sometimes rather unwieldy system of Spanish bureaucracy. Among other things, you will be able to: Register for commercial services (phones, gas, internet, bank accounts, etc.) Join…
Creating my first Cryptocurrency portfolio in 2019
So, I’ve been hearing a lot about Cryptocurrency lately. How about you? I heard that it is the future of money. It is going to revolutionise the financial system as we know it. ‘Bitcoin‘ and ‘Monero‘ are apparently the new gold, and of course the most common rumour: we better all invest before we miss the boat! Now, I’m not usually…
Cool restaurants in Barcelona: Toma Ya Street Food
For those of you who don’t know, I’m a foodie. I just love my food. Every time I experience a new place that plays with my senses and makes my mouth water… well that’s my definition of heaven. Especially with amazing people around! I also happen to be a creature of habit. When I find something I like, I like…
Sunbathing at Poblenou beach – A surprising Saturday at the Platja de la Mar Bella
This weekend, my friend Ineke and I decided to head for the beach. I’ve been to the Poblenou strip many times since moving to Barcelona. It’s usually been in the evening with the sun about to set though – keeps my ghostly complexion in tact, you know (just kidding… well… sort of!). On this particular occasion, however, we decided to…
