We have just
crossed the six month mark in our stay in Spain and I think I can say this on
Paul’s behalf as well that it has been the best time of our lives. We do what
we love doing: traveling, seeing things, meeting people, eating amazing food.
We simply love this country, whichever region we are in!
The end of
this half a year also marks the end of our stay in Asturias. We are going to
spend a week in Madrid then we’re off to Granada and Andalusia to look around
the Southern part of Spain, too.
Interestingly we didn’t meet any expats in
Oviedo (shows just how unknown this regions is to the world) however I think
after half a year we can say that we are expats here. So this time instead of
an expat in Asturias I’m going to interview Paul and hear his opinion about
Spain.
Describe Spain in three words.
Food, sun,
fiestas.
How has your life changed since
you moved here?
I can´t
remember the last weekend when I just sat around and did nothing. Every weekend
we experience something new and visit a place I´ve never been before. I feel
that in Spain I´m living a fuller life than I did in London.
What are the things you like best
about living in this country?
The weather,
the variety of things to do and the amazing scenery, being close to the outdoors
and being able to do things without having to worry that the weather will be
bad.
Is there anything that really
annoys you here?
It can be
quite loud when you´re trying to sleep, the Spanish tend to make a lot of
noise, even in the library!
What was the thing that surprised
you most?
How friendly
and helpful Spanish people are.
In your opinion what is the biggest
misconception people have about Spain?
That it is
just barren and flat. This isn´t true, the whole of the North is very green and
mountainous.
What is it that you miss most
from London or from the UK in general?
My mum! No,
just joking. My friends.
What are the highlights of the
last six months?
Getting out
and seeing stuff every weekend. We´ve seen so many things, everything is a highlight,
really. Most of the things we do are awesome.
What are you looking forward the
most in the next half a year?
Seeing what
happens, where we end up.
Finally, some short questions.
Best place you´ve visited?
Ordesa was
amazing.
Best beach?
Maybe SanSebastian, it was too busy, though.
Best food?
A giant
platter of perfectly grilled seafood in Galícia (parrilla).
Best drink?
GinTonic!
Spanish are crazy about gin and tonics, far more so than Brits. They serve them
in giant fishbowl glasses with a lot of ice. They´re great on a hot day!
Best hike?
Now that´s a
very tough one! The Faja Racón was a really good one as it had incredible views
and the weather was perfect and on the route we took there weren´t many people.
Special
thanks for Paul for giving me this insightful interview.
:-)
No comments:
Post a Comment