Moving to another country might sound glamorous in theory, but there’s a lot of complicated planning and emotions behind the scenes. With that being said, it’s also incredibly exciting and rewarding. I grew up in Minnesota in the US, moved to Arizona for a few years in my early 20’s, and then decided I was ready to try moving again - across the ocean. I want to share my story about moving abroad with you all so you can learn from my experience and so I can share what I’d do differently if I were starting all over again.

I’ve been living in Barcelona for 2 years now, and I wanted to put together a post with all the information I wish I had before I moved. There’s a lot to know that doesn’t show up on the typical travel blogs or TikTok videos. If you’re looking for advice on Barcelona neighborhoods, restaurants, tourist spots, nightlife culture, weather, and transportation, you’ve come to the right place!