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Beach Style Essentials: What to Pack for Your Next Holiday

Beach Style Essentials: What to Pack for Your Next Holiday When it comes to planning your next beach holiday, packing efficiently and fashionably is key to enjoying a stress-free vacation. The perfect suitcase must-haves can make all the difference, ensuring you´re prepared your beach style is …

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Get Alhambra tickets : Visit the Palace + Granada Insider tips

Alhambra tickets can be tricky to purchase, particularly at peak times of the year. For example in 2023 2,600,000 people visited the Alhambra Palace.  So Booking ahead for your visit is imperative. Reserving as soon as you can you will guarantee that you get a ticket …

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What to know about Staying in Spain – Relocate as a US Citizen

Need to get away for a while? What you need to know about staying in Spain The best things about living in Spain such as football, tapas and summer siestas are real benefits. However there are a few things that aren´t well understood.  Spain was not …

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Alternatives to Banks for International Money Transfers

There are many reasons for transferring money abroad. Some use international money transfers to complete overseas investments, while others are purchasing property in other countries. Paying for services or products outside the country or maybe supporting a family member who lives overseas. When most people think …

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Costa Rica 6 day getaway: Hidden Gems + Off the Beaten Track

Samara Beach, Nicoya, Costa Rica by Nat Fernández on Unsplash Lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture make Costa Rica a popular travel destination. While iconic spots like Manuel Antonio National Park and Arenal Volcano draw tourists from around the world, this tropical paradise also hides …

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Spanish Christmas Lottery – Why is it such a big tradition?

If you spend any amount of time in Spain, in December you will notice that everyone starts selling Christmas Lottery tickets. It´s quite a phenomenon. When you go to the hairdressers, the gym, any shop… most local businesses have their own number. The Spanish lottery is …

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Iceland: Unmissable Experiences to Include in Your Trip

Photo via Rory Hennessey en Unsplash Visitor-wise, Iceland is a paradise, and when it comes to extraordinary destinations, it stands out as one of the unique options available. It is important to be well-organized and well-prepared before travelling to Iceland so that your vacation goes off …

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USA Car insurance for foreign drivers: All you need to know

Perhaps it is your first trip to the USA with your family, or maybe you visit regularly. Whether to explore the country or travelling to the US for business purposes, driving around the country is a better option. Much easier than public transport. Greyhound buses, expensive …

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