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Best Food to Eat in Barcelona

  Barcelona is a popular destination for study abroad students and young travelers. The atmosphere, artistic history, nightlife, and food are just some of the reasons this city is loved. The options are endless with Spanish cuisine! Once in Barcelona there are certains foods and meals you cannot leave without trying.  In Spain, mealtimes are […]

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Becoming a Traveler

Becoming a Traveler in Barcelona Studying abroad in Barcelona for four weeks was an incredible experience. I conquered my fears, made new friends, and was able to visit a city I had been dreaming about since watching Cheetah Girls 2 years earlier. But most importantly, it was incredible because I was able to break the […]

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City Life: Metro “Performers”

The Metro “Performers” Varying looks of disinterest punctuate my journey across town on a busy Thursday afternoon as Celine Dion (not my choice) filters down the metro carriage. The player of this rousing classic is a South American man, dressed entirely in black, holding his panpipes to his mouth as if they were giving him oxygen […]

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Ávila’s Medieval Wall

A UNESCO World Heritage City, Ávila, Spain possesses a rich history.  The home of Santa Teresa and an incredible number of Gothic and Roman churches, the ancient streets of the inner city have witnessed about twenty centuries of development.  While I suggest trying a Yema (a traditional pastry) and their famous chuletón (a steak, often […]

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Digging a Little Deeper

The Pomada is the signature drink of Menorca.  On the surface, it’s just gin and lemon soda splashed on ice.  But, if you dig a little deeper, it’s a perfect symbol for the island itself. The gin used in the cocktail is from an 18th Century recipe and concocted with a curious addition: wine alcohol. […]