A blog about living and learning in Jerez de la Frontera
We did it! One of life's windows opened up, and we jumped through it with two suitcases and our cat and landed on all fours in Spain in early 2023. What follows is a nice and accurate account of the whys, hows, wheres and holy-craps of what we did and what we did next. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and at some point you'll probably go to the lavatory.
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So, you’ve moved to Spain. A guide for how to set up your new life when you arrive in this magnificent country.
Where to eat in Jerez. An interactive map of dozens of delightful tapas bars in our new home city.
How (not) to eat out in San Sebastián. Before moving to Jerez we lived in the Basque Country for 18 months. This post explains how to tackle the pintxos culture that has captivated generations of visitors.
Where to eat in San Sebastián. Don’t rely on YouTubers’ lazy lists of the same old places. They’re full of tourists and there are far better, quieter options.
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The first-year 183-day NLV rule explained
They say that you only truly understand something if you can explain it to your cat. Here’s how I explained to Ted the mysterious 183-day rule that underpins the requirements for the Spanish non-lucrative visa.
How to fill out your NLV application forms
Each of our home countries is different and so are the various consulates through which we’re required to apply. In most case, however, the three forms we all need are the same.