Laura grew up in a small village on the edge of the English Peak District, but in 2016 she traded the rolling green hills and rain for a life by the sea in the sunny Costa Blanca.
She moved just a few months before the Brexit vote which turned out to be great timing for the residency process. Laura has Spanish permanent residency (PR) and since moving to Spain she has faced the challenges of learning a new language, culture and navigating the road bumps along the way.
Building a life, a home, and a future in Spain has not been without its challenges but Laura insists it is worth it and has a lot of knowledge, tips, and information on how you can live the Spanish dream too.
Taking a beautiful evening walk along the coast with my loopy dog Luna; nothing feels quite like watching the sun set over the waves.
Fiestas! If the Spanish know how to do anything, it is how to throw a party. Be prepared for your town to be shut down, the streets opened and everyone to join in the fun festivities.
Tortilla. Fresh thick bread, and a good hearty slice of tortilla. Simply delicious and perfect with a vino tinto by the sea.
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