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Top 5 things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Scrolling through IG I kept coming across the most stunning Croatian landscapes. We had already [...]

28
Jun
Kotor, Montenegro. Everything you need to know!

Montenegro is a Balkan country, located on the Adriatic Sea. It has a population of [...]

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24
Jun
Everything you need to know for your Algarve trip

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02
May
Three spots in Southern Spain -Ronda Bridge, Benalmadena viewpoint and Colomares Castle
5 MUST DO ROAD TRIPS FROM MALAGA

Malaga is a great city to have as a home base if you want to [...]

25
Mar
two veggie bowls from restaurant in malaga spain called nicpic
Top 5 vegetarian and healthy eats in Malaga

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13
Mar
Colomares Castle - Castillo de Colomares
Road trip to Benalmadena from Malaga

Benalmadena, a town located on the Costa del Sol, only 12 km from Malaga. Benalmadena [...]

08
Mar
A couple sitting at the port in Malaga having a glass of wine
Life abroad – 6 months update

Just like that! It has been 6 months since we moved abroad. If you just [...]

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04
Mar
Viewpoint in Malaga Spain from the gibralfaro viewpoint
Moving abroad? – OUR FULL STORY

My name is Alannah and I am an expat from Canada. I currently live in [...]

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26
Feb

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    Hi, my name is Alannah. My husband and I recently moved to Malaga, Spain. We were living a very comfortable and settled life in Canada, but we were looking for more. We wanted an adventure!

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It’s been a bit over a month since we arrived in Canada! Besides family time we’ve had the chance to think about where do we want to live! I would be lying if I said I didn’t miss Malaga! . ✨ I miss walking Calle Larios, going to the market and picking up fresh produce! ✨I miss the Malaga sun and going for a drink at the Malaga port. ✨I miss the lively streets and the stunning cathedral! . Since we left Canada almost a year ago to move to Malaga nothing has changed in Canada! Everything is the same! We can see where we would be right now if we hadn’t moved abroad. . Change is scary but sometimes necessary. We left Canada in search of an adventure. Chasing that once in a lifetime opportunity of living abroad! We have experienced life this past year in a way we could have never thought we would. We immersed ourself in a new culture, one that we love. Surrounded by amazing Spanish people, a relaxed lifestyle and a dream travel life! . Like I said before...Malaga is where we want to be! It’s our happy place right now❤️ but...definitely taking advantage of being in Canada for the summer! . Where in the world are you right now?
It’s been a bit over a month since we arrived in Canada! Besides family time we’ve had the chance to think about where do we want to live! I would be lying if I said I didn’t miss Malaga! . ✨ I miss walking Calle Larios, going to the market and picking up fresh produce! ✨I miss the Malaga sun and going for a drink at the Malaga port. ✨I miss the lively streets and the stunning cathedral! . Since we left Canada almost a year ago to move to Malaga nothing has changed in Canada! Everything is the same! We can see where we would be right now if we hadn’t moved abroad. . Change is scary but sometimes necessary. We left Canada in search of an adventure. Chasing that once in a lifetime opportunity of living abroad! We have experienced life this past year in a way we could have never thought we would. We immersed ourself in a new culture, one that we love. Surrounded by amazing Spanish people, a relaxed lifestyle and a dream travel life! . Like I said before...Malaga is where we want to be! It’s our happy place right now❤️ but...definitely taking advantage of being in Canada for the summer! . Where in the world are you right now?
Over the past couples of weeks I’ve been able to spend time with my family and it has been amazing! I don’t get to see my family often not only because we live in Spain but because my family is spread around Canada! . When we found out we were coming to Canada this summer my older brother jumped on the idea of coming to see us! I am glad he did, I hadn’t seen him in over 2 years and I hadn’t seen the rest of my family in a year! . There was lots of laughing, BBQ-ing, seadoos, food and of course wine! Super grateful I got the chance to spend time with everyone and I am already looking forward to everyone being together again! . I haven’t been as active on this account because I was just being present and enjoying the moment❤️
Over the past couples of weeks I’ve been able to spend time with my family and it has been amazing! I don’t get to see my family often not only because we live in Spain but because my family is spread around Canada! . When we found out we were coming to Canada this summer my older brother jumped on the idea of coming to see us! I am glad he did, I hadn’t seen him in over 2 years and I hadn’t seen the rest of my family in a year! . There was lots of laughing, BBQ-ing, seadoos, food and of course wine! Super grateful I got the chance to spend time with everyone and I am already looking forward to everyone being together again! . I haven’t been as active on this account because I was just being present and enjoying the moment❤️
We are loving our summer and are taking full advantage of it☀️. . There are so many awesome spots in Europe to visit during the summer. The only downside? Very crowded! But still there are lots out there worth checking out. . This pic was in Vilamoura, Portugal. A resort area south of Portugal. Prices are on the higher side but perfect for a day trip. We stayed near it and were able to walk over. . Have you ever been to Portugal? Do you have a favourite city?
We are loving our summer and are taking full advantage of it☀️. . There are so many awesome spots in Europe to visit during the summer. The only downside? Very crowded! But still there are lots out there worth checking out. . This pic was in Vilamoura, Portugal. A resort area south of Portugal. Prices are on the higher side but perfect for a day trip. We stayed near it and were able to walk over. . Have you ever been to Portugal? Do you have a favourite city?
Views on views 🤩🌲🏞! . Sitting back seeing where we are today! That’s what Collin and I constantly do 🤷🏼‍♀️! What we have accomplished together and on our own. Grateful to be were we are in life, career wise and on a personal level as well. . Coming to Canada has made us think about a lot of things...where we want to be, what we want in the future and how we are gonna get there. . I am dreamer, a thinker and a doer! that’s for sure. I constantly look for what’s next in my life and work at it. . What about you? What are 3 words that describe you?
Views on views 🤩🌲🏞! . Sitting back seeing where we are today! That’s what Collin and I constantly do 🤷🏼‍♀️! What we have accomplished together and on our own. Grateful to be were we are in life, career wise and on a personal level as well. . Coming to Canada has made us think about a lot of things...where we want to be, what we want in the future and how we are gonna get there. . I am dreamer, a thinker and a doer! that’s for sure. I constantly look for what’s next in my life and work at it. . What about you? What are 3 words that describe you?
Are you planning a trip to Dubrovnik? . As you might know we had an incredible time! Here are some tips if you are going. . 1️⃣Walk the city walls early in the morning or on a cloudy day! We went around 4pm because it was cloudy and it worked out great. I can’t even imagine going in the middle of the day with the intense sun. 2️⃣Make sure you have water with you. If you go during the summer time know that it’s extremely hot. 3️⃣With that previous point...go in the off season. We went mid June. It wasn’t crowded, the weather was great. 4️⃣Wear comfortable shoes. You will be doing lots of walking and going up and down stairs. . I hope these tips help your planning. I also wrote a full blog post on our trip to Dubrovnik. Link in bio if you haven’t checked it out😬
Are you planning a trip to Dubrovnik? . As you might know we had an incredible time! Here are some tips if you are going. . 1️⃣Walk the city walls early in the morning or on a cloudy day! We went around 4pm because it was cloudy and it worked out great. I can’t even imagine going in the middle of the day with the intense sun. 2️⃣Make sure you have water with you. If you go during the summer time know that it’s extremely hot. 3️⃣With that previous point...go in the off season. We went mid June. It wasn’t crowded, the weather was great. 4️⃣Wear comfortable shoes. You will be doing lots of walking and going up and down stairs. . I hope these tips help your planning. I also wrote a full blog post on our trip to Dubrovnik. Link in bio if you haven’t checked it out😬
Canada...you are beautiful😍! We went on a family hike the other day! We came up to an incredible view. We are so fortunate to be back this summer. . We have enjoyed family time, the lake and bbqs! . Have you ever been to Canada? If so, where in Canada?
Canada...you are beautiful😍! We went on a family hike the other day! We came up to an incredible view. We are so fortunate to be back this summer. . We have enjoyed family time, the lake and bbqs! . Have you ever been to Canada? If so, where in Canada?
We have been enjoying our time back in Canada! Spending much needed time with family and friends. It’s nice being back home to Canada in the summer. Weather has been incredible and we are taking full advantage of it! . How’s your summer going?
We have been enjoying our time back in Canada! Spending much needed time with family and friends. It’s nice being back home to Canada in the summer. Weather has been incredible and we are taking full advantage of it! . How’s your summer going?

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