Updated 16th March 2018 Living in Dublin during St. Patrick’s Day can be exciting, exhausting, fun, and head-wrecking at all once! The streets are packed with tourists, Temple Bar is a nightmare, and the weather is usually, well, very Irish. But there is an excitement in the air that…
156 posts by author
Spotahome
We make renting easy by allowing people to book completely online from wherever they are in the world, with the knowledge that the property they are booking is real and accurate.
Top 5 Neighbourhoods to Live in Bilbao
Written by Matthew Dykes, the Spotahome Copywriter With its world-class architecture, sublime cuisine, evergreen mountains, rugged beaches and a mysterious language and culture – Bilbao is one of our favourite cities in Spain. Once you’ve decided to say kaixo! (hello) to Bilbao, the only hard thing is deciding which neighbourhood…
6 Ways to Celebrate International Women's Day While Travelling
Every year on March 8th, women (and men) from around the world get together to celebrate International Women’s Day. What started out as a protest by garment workers in New York City over 100 years ago has turned into a worldwide movement and a reminder of the pressing issues…
How to Get a French Driver’s Licence
Whether you need to get a driving licence in France or you already have a foreign licence, here is everything you need to get you safely on the roads in France. Who can drive in France? Foreigners who have a full, recognised foreign driving licence are eligible to drive in…
How to Find Jobs in Spain for English Speakers
With its infamous art and architecture, exquisite beaches, and diverse landscape, sunny Spain is an alluring place to live and work. Millions of tourists flock to the home of Flamenco dance and enjoy the glorious sunshine, paella and sangria and relaxing siestas. When looking for jobs in Spain for English…
Things to Know Before Becoming a Digital Nomad
The Digital Nomad lifestyle is becoming increasingly popular. Thousands of people worldwide are leaving their 9-5 to travel and work online full time, moving to a new city every few weeks or months. And while being a Digital Nomad allows incredible amounts of freedom and adventure, there are some hurdles…
From Canada to Granada - Zalaikha's Story
My name is Zalaikha Williams, I’m originally from Toronto but do full-time studies at the university of Ottawa and this July I’ll be 22 years old (wow). I’m studying to achieve my honors BA in Second Language Teaching with a minor in Spanish. In 2015, I decided…
How to Get a German Citizenship
If you are a student or are working in Germany, you may be considering the possibility of getting a German citizenship. This would allow you to be more fully integrated into German society and would give you access to the legal status and same rights as other Germans. Here is…
6 Irish Slang Words You Should Definitely Learn
Written by Sarah Dilworth, Marketing Leadin Buenos Aires, Argentina. You can find more about Sarah’s travel journeys on her blog,Cultural Eclecticism. So, you have decided to make the leap and move to Dublin. Whether it is short term or long term, you’ve made plans. You’ve found…
Best Bank Accounts for Expats in Belgium
As a centre of political and economic power, Belgium has a large banking industry and is accustomed to catering to the expat community. Having a bank account abroad can make life much easier for expats when it comes to receiving a salary, for housing arrangements and also for small day…
Getting a Driver's Licence in Spain
So, you will be living in Spain for an extended period and are planning on driving while you are there. Depending on whether you are getting your very first licence or are planning on using your current one, you need to be informed on driving licence regulations. Here are some…
5 Things to Know Before Moving to Istanbul
Written by Simla Koray Ah, Istanbul. With its incredible dynamics, the people and the breathtaking sea view everywhere you go, İstanbul challenges and nurtures you all at the same time. And once you get the taste of it, it’s almost impossible to let go. With 14 million residents, this…
Work in France: Finding an English job in France
Whether it was the rich culture, the amazing food or the perfect climate that attracted you, France is one of the most refined and beautiful countries to work in. As an English speaker who wants to work in France, it is important to be well informed to make your job…
10 Commandments of Finding Accommodation in a New City
Finding accommodation in a new city for short or long-term stays can be daunting. Digital Nomads have to find a new home regularly, so we asked the Digital Nomad Girls community for their best tips and tricks. Here are their 10 commandments for finding accommodation in a new city: Thou…
Paris Tips from a Local: Secret Places, Top Spots and More
Meet Anna, our property checker from Paris! Anna is our expert on creativity who’s in love with photography, dancing and writing (and Paris). With her PhD in Sociology and MA in Art History, she has the knowledge on the entire universe, which is exactly why she’s one of…
Spotahome Guide to 5 Coolest Bars in Berlin
Traveling to Berlin should be one thing to put on your bucket list. With its crazy nightlife culture, its multicultural environment full of amazing artists, and an affordable living, Berlin attracts people from all over the world. Let’s take a weekend to discover this amazing city and go out…
Spotahome Guide: Things to do in Bilbao, Spain
In honor of Spotahome launching its first properties in Bilbao. People from Bilbao are said to be cold, closed-minded, exaggerated and impossible to flirt with. However, don’t trust whoever says that, as these are only a few of the stereotypes said about ‘El Botxo’, the Basque word locals use…
6 Best Internships in the UK for Aspiring 20-Somethings
Written by Claire Kilroy,Inspiring Interns What do you love to do? Almost everyone has a passion, and yet we’re often made to feel like the things we really care about will never be relevant to what we do for a living.But whether it’s reading books, playing…
#SpottyHousesoftheWeek 24-30 April
We’re just about to head out of #SpottyHQ for the long-awaited Puente de Mayo, but before we do, here’s our latest round-up of properties we’ve featured on social media this week. [](https:…
Guest Post: How to learn Spanish before moving to sunny Spain?
How to learn Spanish before settling in sunny Spain? If you’re planning on moving to Spain, you should consider learning Spanish, especially if you’re looking to make a long-term move. While you don’t need to be fluent, you should, at the very least, be able to start…
#SpottyHousesoftheWeek 17-23 April
Feliç Sant to Jodi a tots els nostres catalans and Feliz Día del Libro. And lest we not forget those in Sevilla celebrating the Feria de Abril! Hope you’re all doing it a tope! For this week’s #SpottyHousesoftheWeek, we have quite a selection of properties that could be…
How to Really Improve Your Language Skills When You’re Abroad
So you’re planning on studying or traveling in a foreign language-speaking country, and you’re excited to improve your language skills. After all, you reason, there’s no better way to master Spanish than to stick yourself in the middle of Madrid, right? Indeed — you learned your first language…
#SpottyHousesoftheWeek 10-16 April
And we’re back with another round-up of the week in houses! You may have seen our little promotion in Sevilla in honor of the Feria de Abril, but never fear, we still had a whole slew of houses in all of our cities to feast your eyes on. [Peter Lavelle, the author of this guest post from PureFX 03.02.2015 Welcome to Pure FX’s update of the pound to euro exchange rate. This will help you decide the best time to rent a Spain property, from…
My Madrid: Melisa
Melisa **Name:** Melisa Recalde**Location of residence in Madrid/Barcelona:** Chamberí**Occupation:** Custommer Support Specialist**How long have you lived in Madrid/Barcelona:** 3 years**Name activities around the area that you reside:** Running in Parque Santander, have great tapas…