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The spectacular and elegant dining room hosting the luxury Sunday brunch buffet at the Mandarin Oriental Ritz Madrid

The Hotel Hacker Guide: How to Enjoy 5-Star Luxury Without the Overnight Price Tag

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Beautiful things bring me so much joy. After working really hard both at home and at work, I find myself needing a little guilty pleasure every now and then. I deeply appreciate quality, attention to detail, and things well-done—which is exactly why I love luxury hotels. Of course, staying overnight in a five-star palace on […]

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What do Spanish people typically eat for dinner?

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What do Spanish people typically eat for dinner? What does a typical Spanish dinner table look like? What sort of dishes are very typical in a Spanish household? Spanish meals and eating habits are unique. Even though every household is different and typical food varies from region to region, I’m going to show you what

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30 Things to do in your Thirties

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I feel incredibly grateful for the amazing opportunities and milestones that I have had and reached throughout my 20s and early 30s such as graduating from university, living in San Francisco, creating this blog, moving to Madrid and getting married. Even though I feel very proud of everything I’ve accomplished, being a very ambitious person

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How to Deal with Culture Shock

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Culture shock is something you deal with when you live abroad. The cultural differences between your native country and your adoptive one can cause stress and accentuate homesickness. The process of recognizing, understanding, and adapting to these differences and changes is called culture shock.There are four stages of culture shock: The Honeymoon Stage: after arriving at

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An Organization Freak\’s Guide to Planning a Trip

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I organize my trips as much as possible. I like to be prepared beforehand even though some things will have to be spontaneous because you can\’t control everything (although the perfectionist in me would love to be able to do that). Before a trip I outline everything: places to see, the best times to see

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