As a budget traveler, I try not to eat out for all of my meals. That’s why staying at hostels or airbnb with access to kitchen or at least refrigerator and microwave is a really good option for budget travelers because we can shop at the grocery store for cheaper meals. All of the grocery stores that I’ve went to so far, in Spain, have pre…
Here are top 5 things you need to know before you visit Barcelona, Spain: Barcelona’s public transportation is top notch! You can go anywhere in the city easily by metro and buses. You don’t really need to rent a car unless, you want to take a day trip to other nearby cities, even for that you can always take trains depending on where you are going…
I feel that a lot of people have incorrect stigma about staying at hostels. Yes, some hostels can be dirty and not the best place to stay at. However, many hostels are clean, comfortable, and fun to stay at for a few nights or even eight nights (like what I did in Barcelona). I booked Sant Jordi Rock Palace Hostel in Barcelona based on reviews that I’ve read…
A trip to Barcelona, it’s not complete without a trip to check out Antoni Gaudi’s architectural creation. He is a famous Catalan architect known as the greatest exponent of Catalan Modernism. Here’s the Wikipedia link about him . I think he’s a fascinating figure and I can tell from his masterpieces that he was a genius in his field. I had the opportunity…
I received some bad news from back home this morning. My grandpa, Toha Tirta passed away yesterday in the age of 84 years old. Engkong (it’s grandfather in Bahasa Indonesia) is like a parent to me. I grew up in Jakarta, Indonesia. My parents were young when they had me. Engkong & Amay (my grandmother) helped my mom & dad to raise me. I lived in a house…
Barri Gotic (Gothic Quarter) is one of my favorite areas in Barcelona, Spain. It’s full of historical buildings and all of the architecture are just breathtaking. The famous Barcelona Catedral is located at the main center of the Barri Gotic. There are so many people sitting around the Catedral, day and night. You might also will be able to catch some music performances. It’s just like…
