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My New Fall edition journals Are Here 🍂

Fall is one of my favorite seasons, which is why I got inspired to make fall themed journals.

I am a big journal lover myself and I feel like fall is the perfect season to slow down and reflect on your life.

The cooler mornings, cozy evenings, candles burning in the background, getting back into routines, and spending a little more time with a good book or a journal. Fall has always felt like the perfect season for fresh starts and quiet moments of reflection, which is exactly what inspired my newest journal collection.

Meet my new journal collection

I made 9 new journals to document everything of your life. Whether you’re starting a new chapter, working on yourself, documenting your memories, or simply want a pretty place to write down whatever is on your mind. This journal has it all.

Journal prompts every expat needs to write about

These journal prompts will help you navigate the ups and downs of adjusting to life in a new country. Giving you a save space to process the culture shock, the growth, and everything in between. 🙂

Spend a weekend with me in Barcelona

Spend a weekend with me living in Barcelona 🙂

Recommendations of the month

Here are my recommendations of the month April & May. I hope you can find the time to check them out! Enjoy your time in Barcelona 🙂

Suitcase essentials

The perfect finds for traveling & moving abroad.

In 2022, I packed up my life and moved to Barcelona, and I quickly learned just how important it is to have the right gear for moving abroad. That is why I am starting this series: to share the absolute perfect items I’ve found for traveling and relocating. So, if you are thinking about moving abroad, or if you’re just prepping for your next big trip, this post is definitely for you! 🙂

What I’d do differently if I moved abroad again

Moving abroad teaches you a lot, not just about a new country, but about yourself too. Looking back, there are definitely a few things I would handle differently if I had the chance to do it all over again.

The moving abroad journal I wish I had

Moving abroad is exciting, overwhelming, and full of moments you don’t expect, and honestly, I wish I had a place to capture all of it.

Not just the big milestones, but everything in between.

That’s exactly why a moving abroad journal can make such a difference. It’s not just about writing, it’s about documenting your whole experience as it unfolds.

How to find an apartment in Spain

Finding an apartment in Spain can feel like a full-time job at first… but once you understand the system, it gets a lot easier.

The first thing to know: the market moves FAST, especially in big cities like Madrid, Barcelona, or Valencia. If you find a good place, you need to message right away and be ready to visit ASAP. Waiting even a day can mean it’s gone.

Barcelona 5 day itinerary

This 5-day itinerary is designed to help you experience the best of Barcelona without rushing. It combines must-see highlights like the Sagrada Família and Park Güell with local neighborhoods, hidden corners, and time to slow down.

It’s all about balance, seeing the iconic spots while still leaving room to wander, discover, and enjoy the atmosphere that makes Barcelona so special.

For every day I have made a day program + my favorite food & drinks spots in the neighborhoods + links to buy tickets.