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.
If you’re renting in Spain, especially in a flat rather than a standalone house, you’ll almost certainly hear the word comunidad. It refers to the 'Community of Owners' in Spain, formally called a Comunidad de Propietarios.
After years in Los Angeles, New York and London, Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem have chosen to base their family life back in Spain. Married since 2010, they shifted their centre of gravity away from Hollywood in favour of privacy and a calmer routine.
If you live in Spain already or you’re planning a longer-term move, the latest Eurostat projections sketch out the sort of country you’ll be growing older in.