After sugar cane bananas became the new cash crop of choice. Tenerife in current times has almost 1 million inhabitants and the largest industry is tourism with over 4 million visitors a year. I was one of those tourists for a week and really enjoyed it’s topography, history and friendly ...
The people there were very nice and helpful. They gave me some good ideas for things to do and answered a bunch of my questions. What I really wanted to do while in Kodiak was to see the world famousKodiak bears. They told me it wasn’t really the best time to see them yet (they...
There are also privately organized homestays, couch surfing, etc. that are free options similar to staying with a friend or family member… except they're a stranger. I can already hear the alarm bells ringing in your head, so if this absolutely terrifies you, all I can say is that the...
For those with the means to buy a property for cash, doing so can facilitate the residency visa process. The coveted “golden visa” that permits residency, work, and investment is granted with a real estate purchase of more than $562,600 (€500,000). Check with an immigration lawyer for...
Millions of people come to Barcelona every year. Sometimes these vacations turn into desires to move there for the short term or long term. These things affect the cost of living in the city. I find Barcelona to be cheaper than many North American cities. However, it is not the most comp...
Cabrales – not a dish, but the world's finest blue cheese, locally made in Asturias, is worth a try! Must-Try Drinks ©iStock/Wirestock Asturias is known for its cider. Sidra, or the Asturian cider, which is made from local apples, is considered an art in the region. This kind ...