Cesca Rampley

Culture vulture from London with a passion for all things foodie, I’ve spent over six years living in Spain, exploring the country’s diverse regions and cities. I studied literature at university in the eclectic city of Brighton, and since then, I’ve been hooked on keeping up with what to do, see, and, of course, eat. I’m a firm believer in appreciating and learning from local cultures, travelling responsibly, and giving new things a go with an open mind and a healthy dose of curiosity. I try to share useful tips, local insights and a bit of honest know-how, so you can make the most of wherever you find yourself.

Spain's most unusual festivals: baby jumping, tomato fights & more

When it comes to festivals, Spain plays in a league of its own. We're talking about some wonderfully wacky traditions, many of which have been celebrated for centuries.

Surfing in Northern Spain: finding the best waves

Spain is one of those places that gets a bit of a reputation for being all about sunbathing on the beach, sipping on a glass of sangria as the gently waves lap at your feet.

Best Blue Flag beaches in Andalucia

Andalucia's coastline is a remarkable meeting of two seas, encompassing the wild, windswept shores of the Atlantic's Costa de la Luz and the sunny coves of the Mediterranean.

Living in Tarifa: Europe's windswept tip

Down at the very tip of Spain, living in Tarifa means getting used to wild winds, endless beaches, and a Mediterranean-Atlantic mix you don’t find elsewhere. It’s a small, whitewashed town where locals, kitesurfers, and digital nomads all seem to mingle over late-night tapas or windswept strolls.

Five best beach towns near Barcelona to escape to

Just past the bustle of Barcelona, the coastline quickly reveals its softer side. You’ll spot rugged headlands, sandy stretches and villages with their own rhythm quite apart from city life.

Blue Flag Awards: all you need to know

You don’t need to be a sun-chasing expat or a part-time beach bum to spot the little blue flag flapping by the shore these days.

Living in a Spanish cave house: what you need to know

There’s a renewed buzz around cave houses in Spain lately, and it’s not just down to their quirky character or the romance of living in the hills.

The coolest cave houses for sale in Spain

Hidden in the hills and sunbaked valleys of southern Spain, cave dwellings have long been a quirky feature of life in regions like Andalusia, with the area around Granada especially famed for these unique homes.

Living in Andorra: costs, jobs & expat life

Tucked away high in the Pyrenees, Andorra is one of those places that tends to fly under the radar, but it's got more than a few tricks up its sleeve for anyone thinking about living here.

Renting a room in Madrid: costs and insider tips

Opting for a room in a shared apartment goes miles beyond saving money by splitting rent and bills. With the rising rental prices in Madrid, coliving is part housing solution, part social adventure—an experience as unpredictable as the city itself.