Utrecht travel guide: After exploring Amsterdam, we hopped on a quick train to Utrecht to celebrate my 40th with friends, charm, canals, and a concert. Here’s a snapshot of our time in this cozy Dutch city and why I fell for it almost more than Amsterdam. In this post, I…
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Utrecht gluten-free food guide
Utrecht surprised us with its friendly gluten-free dining scene. From cozy breakfast spots to canal-side pubs with snacks, here’s where we actually ate and the gluten-free food we loved in Utrecht, as well as some cool bars. Book your own trip to the Netherlands now! Gluten-Free Breakfast and Brunch Bagels…
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Eating Gluten-Free in Amsterdam: Bakeries, Cafes, Restaurants, and Bars
Amsterdam has a pretty wild food and drink scene. One minute you’re sipping a perfect latte by a canal, the next you’re eating fries in an arcade bar, wondering how you got there. On my recent trip, I tried a mix of spots, including gluten-free-friendly cafes, cozy breakfast places, and…
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Turning 40 in The Netherlands: Part 1, Amsterdam
Amsterdam is one of the Netherlands’ most vibrant cities, known for its canals, quirky museums, bustling markets, and lively neighborhoods. On our short trip to celebrate my 40th, we explored neighborhoods like De Pijp, wandered canal streets, discovered cozy bars, and got a taste of the city’s charm, even in…
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Best Restaurants in Malaga: Gluten-Free Gems for Every Food Lover
Malaga is a paradise for food lovers. In recent years, the gluten-free dining scene here has grown, with everything from dedicated 100% GF bakeries to tapas bars and sushi spots that make GF options easy to find. From classic Spanish tapas with GF twists to stylish eateries and cozy brunch…
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A Málaga Travel Guide: A Perfect Getaway in Spain
Time for another adventure! We moved to Portugal partially so we could hop around Europe without selling a kidney. Málaga had been sitting on our “affordable and interesting” list for a while, so when friends invited us on a road trip, we packed snacks and hit the highway. Where is…
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The History and Vibe of Festa da Juventude in Tavira (Your Complete Guide)
What is Festa da Juventude? Every September, Tavira switches out its sleepy seaside pace for a full-blown celebration of youth, music, and community. Streets fill with bass lines, food trucks perfume the air, and crowds spill into the plazas with that unmistakable end-of-summer energy. This is Festa da Juventude, the…
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Our Second Year in Portugal: What Changed, What Surprised Us, and What We Learned
Last week marked 2 years since we first landed in Lisboa and made Portugal our new home. It’s been a pretty great 2 years, but of course, there were challenges as well. I wanted to go back and look at how I felt after 1 year of living here and…
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Salt Flat Spas in the Algarve: Spa Salino & Mar Morto Experience in Portugal
I recently visited two unique salt flat spas in the Algarve: Spa Salino in Castro Marim and Mar Morto at Salinas do Grelha in Olhão. Here’s a breakdown of my experience at each spa and what you can expect. They both offer a unique way to relax, float in mineral-rich…
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Exploring the Mediterranean Diet Festival in Tavira: A Celebration of Culture, Health, and Sustainability
A Local’s Guide to Tavira’s Mediterranean Diet Festival: Dates, Markets, Music & Must-Try Tastes Every year Tavira, with its sun soaked plazas and ancient cobbled streets, hosts one of the most vibrant celebrations of tradition and taste called the Mediterranean Diet Festival. The festival lasts for four days and this…