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mini guide to barcelona

A Guide to Barcelona for First-Timers

There’s something magical about Barcelona, Spain. The combination of the atmospheric Gothic Quarter, miniature pintxos, sangria, Gaudi’s wonders and the sunny beaches will draw you back again and again. There’s so much to discover and absorb in and around this Catalan city that visiting it once is simply not enough. So take your time to ...
digital nomad guide to bangkok, thailand

Bangkok, Thailand: A Digital Nomad Guide

Bangkok is a friendly, buzzing city visited by millions of people each year. The low prices and abundance of great food also make it a popular base for Digital Nomads to live and work remotely from. We spent 2 months living in Bangkok as Digital Nomads in the north part of the city and found ...
nida lithuania

Nida, Lithuania: A Hidden Gem of The Baltic Coast

Nida is a tranquil fishing village and the biggest settlement on the beautiful Curonian Spit on the Lithuanian coast. This peacefully breezy and soul-soothing resort is a popular destination amongst the local nature lovers and international visitors alike looking for some downtime. The 98 km long Curonian Spit shares the UNESCO World Heritage Site accolade with Russia. ...
a guide to montserrat spain

Montserrat, Spain: A Guide to Planning Your Visit

The iconic Montserrat in Catalonia, Spain, not to be confused with mountainous Caribbean island, is an exquisite site to visit. At 1236 meters high, this fairy tale like spiritual retreat is the highest point of the Catalan lowlands. Surrounded by natural park and shaped by nature’s elements, the Montserrat rock formations are a ‘must see’ sight, if ...
Silom Road, Bangkok: Everything You Need to Know

Silom Road, Bangkok: Everything You Need to Know

Silom Road Bangkok is a great place to explore just beyond the usual popular sights of the city. Great food, accommodation and attractions can be found along this busy 2 km stretch running from Lumphini park, westwards towards the Chao Phraya River. There are so many things to do in Bangkok! We spent over 3 ...
mini guide to travelling cienfuegos cuba

Cienfuegos, Cuba: A Mini-Guide for Travellers

Situated on the Caribbean coast of southern-central Cuba, Cienfuegos is a compelling place to visit. With its colourful facades, wide streets and charming French colonial architecture, it rightfully deserves the Perla de la Sur (Pearl of the South) title. Founded by the French in 1819, Cienfuegos is one of Cuba’s newest settlements and feels quite different ...