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.
Sea air without the stag‑do soundtrack is absolutely doable along the Spanish coast. Year‑round coastal living in Spain is quieter and more practical than the brochures suggest.
Overtourism is biting in parts of Spain—crowded old towns, housing pressure, and cruise‑day crushes have stirred local pushback. The calmer route away from overtourism hotspots is smart place‑and‑timing.
For authentic alternatives to Spain’s tourist resorts, think compact old towns, protected coasts and mountain parks with capped development. Shoulder‑season, mid‑week trips and rail or bus links usually keep things calmer and cheaper.
Palma de Mallorca is easy to settle into. It has a compact Old Town, a palm-lined seafront and a gentle coastal pace. For things to do in Palma de Mallorca, start with free plans—courtyard peeks, harbour viewpoints and long waterfront walks.
Palma de Mallorca packs a lot into its sunlit bay: Gothic drama at La Seu, honeyed lanes in the Old Town, breezy waterfront strolls, and hilltop views from Bellver Castle.
Spain has bagged three places in the World’s Best Low‑Cost Airlines awards in 2025, a tidy win for anyone flying in and out of Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga or the islands.