Expat blogs in Spain
Few resources can build a better picture of life in Spain than the expat blogs maintained by already established foreigners. Whether these writers are recounting great challenges, relaying roll-on-the-floor funny encounters, delivering crucial advice and important tips or reaching out to those around them, their insight affords others a unique and personal glimpse into their new community.
Best Expat Blogs in Spain
Moving2MadridCrucial tips and informative guides written by an expat in Madrid who's “been there done that”. Find the answers to questions you may have about renting a flat, confirming the cost of living, organising an NIE number and more.
► Nationality: British/French |
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Staying Sane in SpainMaureen may have been a bit of a Spanophile before settling permanently in sunny Spain, but her blog still gives careful consideration to an English-speaking expat perspective. She uses her long-time experience abroad to shed some light on those points that no guide book could ever broach. |
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La Tortuga Viajera (The Traveling Turtle)This award-winning blogger has devoted a special site section specifically to “expat life in Madrid”. Besides recommending some signature un-Spanish spots on this page though, she also chronicles her relocation and European travels in a visually-appealing, informative and captivating manner. ►Nationality: American |
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Orange Polka DotShe moved from California to Catalunya in 2009, and has since been bringing foreigners everywhere, arguably, the best info about Barcelona in the blogosphere. This expat blogs gives some much needed attention to the customs, traditions and nuanced ways of life specific to the Catalan region. ►Nationality: American |
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The Rain in SpainShe may go by Mother Theresa, but there’s little that’s saintly about this expat mum living in the Pamplona area. In fact, her slightly devilish sense of humour is what makes her blog so enjoyable. Well, that and the insight she allows us into Iberian life. ►Nationality: American |
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Siebs in SpainSeduced by a study abroad experience in college, this expat blogger returned to Seville after graduation to acquire new skills, and to further marinate in southern Spain’s slow-paced culture. Her blog provides a glimpse into Andalusian expat life, and manages to make even the mundane entertaining. ►Nationality: American |
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A Real Spanish LifeAn Almeria region story of moving to Spain, overcoming all the hurdles and bad bits, and settling into a life that's not all sun, sea and sangria - but is nonetheless fantastic.
►Nationality: British |
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