There’s no such thing as a long winter in Valencia, and snow is a rare phenomenon here. However, it does get pretty cold. Yes, those words are coming from me, a Dutch woman. Ever heard the phrase: “you don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone”? That totally applies to central heating. However, it’s possible to survive the winters without it and today I’m gonna tell you how. Trust me, I wish someone had given me a guide before I moved here.

No, this is not a dog bar (I wish, how awesome would that be?), this is one of the best and most popular tapas bars in Valencia. Enjoy the flavors of traditional tapas and local wine for super wallet-friendly prices. Bodega Fila El Labrador proves that cheap doesn’t equal bad quality. Vamos? Vamos!

A unique play cafe where you can unwind, sip on some coffee, eat delicious cake, make new friends, and have some quality time with your kids while doing fun activities. Sounds like a great treasure for young families, right? That’s because it is, there aren’t many places like this in Valencia. Whatever it is you need, Smileland Family Club has more than enough to offer.

Today in our series of frequently visited places, we introduce to you: Blackbird Café. This artisan bakery-cafe was one of our first loves (not to confuse with doves) in Valencia. In fact, we’ve been here so many times that we became friends with the owners. If you’re looking for an awesome brunch spot and great specialty coffee, you’re gonna want to stick around.

Do you feel like you need to take a little time for yourself? What that looks like is different for everyone, but if you’re interested in holistic health, Centro Semilla is definitely worth visiting. Recharge your battery and find your center. How? Read ahead…

If you say Fábrica de Hielo, I say one of the most unique and artistic chill-out spots next to the beach of Valencia’s El Cabanyal. Friends, this old ice factory is a must-visit. Winter, spring, summer or fall, all you have to do is call… and I’ll be there ;-)

How do you find a job in a foreign country when you don’t speak the language? Seems like a challenge, doesn’t it? But here’s the thing - if you’re willing to try different things and keep an open mind, then it’s definitely possible to find a job in Valencia. Of course, you’ll have more opportunities if you speak Spanish, but if you don’t, there are enough options too. Let’s get to work, friends.

The best way to learn a new language is by fully immersing yourself in it. So, if you want to learn Spanish fast and easily, you need to become a sponge and dive into a language bath with bubbles. Believe it or not, a glass of Cava will help you speak more fluently. Ha, you won’t hear me complaining ;-) Today I’ll share 7 more language-learning hacks with you. Vamos? Vamos!