Category: Travel Tips

I’ve been a Barcelona resident for almost 15 years, and oftentimes, I still feel like a tourist. This happens usually when I’m wandering with the crowds in Gothic Quarter or Born, or passing through the raucous-y Plaça Catalunya. I still visit tourist sites from time to time (yes, even the Sagrada Familia!). For that reason,…

If you’re visiting this beautiful Mediterranean country, you don’t want to look like a tourist. For one thing, dressing like a tourist could make you a target for pickpockets. So how do people dress in Spain? It’s easy to fit in and dress like a local in Spain if you follow these “dont’s”.  As a…

Don’t know what to pack for Spain? If you’re planning a multi-city trip, assembling your Spain outfits can be tricky. You may have to dress for different types of weather! After all, Spain is the 10th most climatically diverse in the world. If you’re from the US or another Western country, you’ll be glad to…

Don’t know what to pack for Barcelona? Dress for the weather so you’re comfortable on a coffee shop terrace, in the underground metro, or in the shadowy streets of The Gothic Quarter. Let’s talk basic Barcelona fashion, shall we? If you want to know what it’s really like, keep reading. Learn how to dress in…

December, January, and February are those cozy months when you can peruse the Barcelona Christmas fairs, check out the festive street lights, and hit up the exciting Three Kings’ parade. Or just get to know Barcelona’s culture and history for the first time! Dress comfortably when you’re walking around the Sagrada Familia, through the bumpy streets…

Not sure what to pack for Barcelona? Hey…I’m Justine. I’ve been living in Barcelona since 2008. Here is a comprehensive yet simple list of essentials that you’ll need to bring to Barcelona. I give you tips on the weather so you know how to pack light and pack right for your trip. Read my ultimate…

Need to know what to pack for Spain? I got you! As both an American and Spanish resident for over 15 years, I’m giving you a no-fluff list of things to bring. Make it make sense for your travel style! This minimalist, ultimate Spain packing list is for you – whether you’re going to the…

Fall can be a tricky season when it comes to knowing what to wear in Barcelona. While autumn officially starts on September 22, it’s still shorts-and-tank-tops season until early October. As an expat who’s lived in Barcelona for more than 15 years, I’m happy to share some tips on how to dress so you’re comfortable…

You may know about pickpocketing in Barcelona and also remember the pro-independence protests and past terrorist attacks. This may lead you to wonder if Barcelona is the dream destination people make it out to be. So IS Barcelona safe for tourists? As a Barcelona resident going on 15 years here, my opinion is – YES,…