Whether you’ve lived in Spain or not, it’s fairly well-known that any comparison between Madrid and Barcelona often ends in a heated debate. More often than not, football (the world’s most popular sport, of course) is often at the center of such a debate, or at least mentioned. This was, in truth, how it was … Continue reading
Spanish food isn’t my favourite, particularly the kind that is made in Madrid. On the bright side, Madrid offers an array of amazing cuisine, particularly of the Japanese variety. The amount of Japanese restaurants to be found around Madrid is incredible, and often cheaper than one would expect! As a result of that, I’ve had … Continue reading
Madrid’s the kind of city that’s akin to a person with multiple personalities. While it isn’t the most diverse city in Europe (let alone the world), its neighbourhoods are so vastly different that at times, you may end up thinking you’re in an entirely different place. Last year, I spent much of my time in … Continue reading
Once upon a time, I left Spain and wrote about the top five things I would miss about living in Madrid. It was all very true, and reminds me of the things I should appreciate now (whilst I’m still here). However, as with all things positive, there’s always a downside to everything. A lot of … Continue reading
There’s nothing more mind-boggling, gratifying, and empowering than suddenly coming to the realization that you no longer feel like a foreigner in your foreign country of choice. While I’ve gone through several stages of feeling too comfortable in Spain, it’s finally dawned on me that while I know I’m not from here, it doesn’t even … Continue reading
I’ve always been a bit of an odd case – a cross between the serious, debating, thoughtful type, and the goofy, ridiculous, and childishly curious type. It’s extremely hard to embarrass me, which might be why I’ve come to find that working as an English teacher/assistant with primary students has been the perfect fit for … Continue reading
I first started teaching English in September of last year. While I grew up with a slight suspicion that teaching could be an option for me, I never intended to make it a career. Though it’s true that I don’t have plans to return home as a teacher, the experience of teaching abroad has made … Continue reading
Some people like the gym, while others don’t. I’ve always been a gym-goer, save for some inexcusable times in my life when I thought I had to forgo it because of being busy. Last year was one of those times – I rarely worked out in Spain, let alone went to the gym. I decided … Continue reading
Now that I’ve moved on from finding an apartment I can work with here in Madrid, I’ve set my sights on other important matters. As much as some people wouldn’t think having a connected mobile phone is important, to me it’s paramount that I have service. Considering how busy life can be here, there are … Continue reading
A little over a year ago, I made my first move to Madrid. I was taken aback by its chaotic streets in the center (in the district named Sol), where I ended up living for a few months. This year, I decided it was time to pick a place more suitable for me. Little did … Continue reading
The Rooted Traveller 