Parc Natural de l'Albufera

This video is about what you MUST DO in Spain. I've lived here for 8 years and these tips will help you have a truly local experience in this country! Venga, let’s go! 🥝

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Recently Yoly and I made a video about things you MUST NOT do in Spain. And it was really popular, as well as a little controversial.

So we decided to follow it up with something more positive - the things you have MUST DO in Spain if you want to have a truly local and authentic experience.

11. Read a great book before you come!
Before I moved to Spain, reading really helped me get a grip on this country and in the end have a much more local experience.

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10. People watch during the evening paseo!
People watching is a real cliche, but it can be an amazing way to discover a place. So how do you do it right in Spain?

9. Explore the neighbourhoods as well!
Don't just limit yourself to the historic centre - hit the barrios where the locals are and see that side of life!

▶ Check out this video of a tapas crawl in our Madrid neighbourhood: https://youtu.be/k5PcUZwCoCo 

8. Explore lesser-known parts of Spain!
Of course you want to visit Barcelona, Seville, Madrid etc. But why not hit the rural areas? Or lesser know regions?

▶ In this video Yoly and I head to the beautiful rural Jerte Valley
https://youtu.be/tWD2Wbbix8U

7. Eat a menú del día in an old man bar!
These bars are full of locals who are going about their busy day and stop to eat a big lunch. Such an amazing way to get a glimpse at everyday life in Spain.

6. Make time for a lengthy 'sobremesa'!
Once you've finished lunch, be sure to make time to chill out with a huge gin and tonic!

5. Drink local wine!
Don't just still to Rioja and Ribera del Duero - make sure you check out local wines too.

▶ In this video Yoly and I head to rural Granada and drink local wine: 
 https://youtu.be/ycmWF0La-ag

▶ My video to help you understand Spain's famous Rioja wine: https://youtu.be/onwgAQJQEP0 

▶ My video to help you understand Spain's other famous wine region - Ribera del Duero: https://youtu.be/59mgOZIt_T0

4. Eat paella like a local!
First you want to make sure you eat non-frozen paella. But then, you also want to eat it WHEN the locals eat it.

▶ My video about Spanish food myths (incl. paella info!): https://youtu.be/vawjuIxmjrc

3. See an AMAZING flamenco show!
I'm not really into dance... but flamenco is so much more than that. And I adore it! 

▶ My wife Yoly is a passionate flamenco expert and leads incredible private flamenco experiences. Check them out here: www.theflamencoguide.com

2. Eat Spanish delicacies that scare you!
I'm talking blood sausage, sweetbreads and pigs ears. Get into it - it's the local food!

1. Talk to a stranger in a bar (or somewhere else)!
In Spain we very easily and quickly strike up conversations with strangers. So even if you don't have much Spanish, go for it!

WHO ARE WE? 🥝
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Hola, Spain lovers! We're James and Yoly. James is a New Zealander, and Yoly is from Spain. And we both live in Madrid. This channel is all about giving you a local insight into life in Spain, and helping you experience this country like a local when you come to visit (or live!). If that sounds like your kind of thing, bienvenido!

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11 Things You MUST DO In Spain!

The Albufera is an iconic natural park located near Valencia. Known for its expansive freshwater lagoon and rice fields, it's a traditional backdrop for enjoying authentic paella, especially on sunny days. Paella, a classic Spanish dish, originates from this region. The Albufera offers a peaceful escape where travelers can enjoy local cuisine in an authentic setting, surrounded by natural beauty.Albufera is a beautiful natural park located near Valencia. It is famous for its stunning lagoon and is the perfect location to enjoy a sunny day. Albufera is also known for its traditional Valencian paella, which is a must-try dish when visiting the region. The place offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city vibe and allows visitors to experience local cuisine in a picturesque setting.