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Ryan Osborne • September, 28 2022

How to get an autorización de regreso

For many people living in Barcelona, the autorización de regreso is a crucial document that they need to obtain before they travel. Yet, for something so important, there’s so little official information out there. To make matters worse, it’s seemi...

Ryan Osborne • September, 21 2022

How to save money as a TEFL student in Barcelona

Barcelona is a majestic city, with amazing architecture, beautiful scenery, delicious cuisine and an undeniable feel good vibe. With so much going for it, you’d be forgiven for thinking of Barcelona as a really expensive city to live in. While it ca...

Ryan Osborne • September, 14 2022

How to open a Spanish bank account with your passport

Living, studying and working in Spain is made easier by opening your own Spanish bank account. But how easy is it to open an account in Spain? Is it impossible for a foregin student to do? And do you need an identity card to do it, or can you open a ...

Ryan Osborne • September, 13 2022

Best day trips and weekend trips from Barcelona by train

Not only is Barcelona one of the greatest cities in the world, it’s also surrounded by some incredible places that are easily accessible by train. Here’s our roundup of the best getaways within a couple of hours from Barcelona, all of which you can ...

Ryan Osborne • August, 10 2022

How to spend a year working in Spain

Have you ever dreamt about working and living in Spain? You’re not alone! It’s an incredible country, with amazing architecture, delicious cuisine and a culture that brings its fair share of fiestas and fun. But for many, especially those in the UK,...

Ryan Osborne • August, 10 2022

5 unmissable events in Barcelona this August

Many locals might be escaping the heat and heading to holiday homes in the country, but summertime celebrations carry on in Barcelona throughout August. Here’s our pick of the finest festivities to check out this month. Brunch in the Park An all-da...