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Ruben Arribas

About the Author: Ruben, co-founder of Gamintraveler.com since 2014, is a seasoned traveler from Spain who has explored over 100 countries since 2009. Known for his extensive travel adventures across South America, Europe, the US, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and Africa, Ruben combines his passion for adventurous yet sustainable living with his love for cycling, highlighted by his remarkable 5-month bicycle journey from Spain to Norway. He currently resides in Spain, where he continues sharing his travel experiences with his partner, Rachel, and their son, Han.

Italian Citizenship After The 2025 Law: What You Can Still Do This Year

Suitcase by the door, family WhatsApp popping, a stack of birth certificates on the table. As of September 2025, two official windows matter if you are planning Italian citizenship: a simple reacquisition-by-declaration open now through December 31, 2027, and a minors’ declaration that must be filed by May 31, 2026. Here is exactly what you …

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9 Authentic Vegetarian Italian Dishes That Even Meat Lovers Secretly Crave

Italian cuisine is often celebrated for its hearty meat dishes, but some of the country’s most iconic flavors come straight from its vegetarian traditions. From sun-drenched vegetables to rich cheeses and handmade pastas, Italy offers a treasure trove of meatless meals that are as satisfying as they are flavorful. Vegetarian Italian food isn’t a compromise …

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American Teacher’s Ljubljana Paycheck: Half the Money, Triple the Life

You check your U.S. pay stub, then you look at rent listings in Ljubljana and laugh. As of September 2025, a typical public school teacher’s salary in the United States is roughly double what a public school teacher in Slovenia earns on paper. Yet when you place that Ljubljana paycheck against rent, transit, food, childcare, …

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Forget Paris—These 10 European Cities Are Cheaper, Cooler, and Just as Beautiful

Our guide to forget about Paris in Europe and alternative places to visit in Europe. While Paris is undeniably one of the most iconic cities in Europe, there are countless other breathtaking and culturally rich destinations across the continent that offer a unique charm, stunning architecture, and fascinating history. If you’re looking for something different …

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The 15 European Towns Gen Z Loves (But Everyone Else Calls Boring)

For years, Europe’s big cities—Paris, Berlin, Barcelona—were the dream destinations for young people seeking opportunity, culture, and nightlife. But recently, a surprising shift has begun. More and more Gen Z Europeans are turning away from these bustling hubs and relocating to smaller, quieter towns often dismissed as “boring.” This trend isn’t about rejecting excitement altogether. …

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The Milk Processing Americans Use That Europe Considers Dangerous

Morning light hits a glass bottle on the counter. Cream settles in a soft line, and the label reads like a recipe you could explain to a child. Across the ocean, the same word, milk, can hide very different steps between cow and cup. In the United States, two behind-the-scenes tools shaped modern milk: a …

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The Barcelona Metro Exit Locals Use To Skip Tourist Crowds At Sagrada Familia

You surface onto a quiet square with shade from plane trees, not a wall of selfie sticks. Two minutes later you’re at the basilica, calm and on time. As of September 2025, the simplest way to dodge the crush is to pick the right exit before you ever see daylight. Same station, two different worlds. …

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The Bread Type French People Eat Daily That American Nutritionists Say Makes You Obese

And what it reveals about food philosophy, portion, and a culture that trusts the body more than the label Walk into any French bakery at 7:30 a.m., and you’ll see a line forming. Not for coffee. Not for green juice. Not for high-protein muffins. But for bread. Plain, floury, fresh bread. Not gluten-free. Not “keto-friendly.” …

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Why Romans “Buy” Museum Tickets At Tobacco Shops For Half Price

The real local play isn’t a tabacchi counter trick. It’s resident passes, youth reductions, and timing that quietly chop Rome museum costs to near-free levels while you grab your metro tickets next door. You hear it from a friend of a friend: locals pop into a tobacco shop, buy museum tickets for half price, and …

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Italians Don’t Say ‘I Love You’ Like Americans—They Do This Instead

And What It Reveals About Intimacy, Subtlety, and the Unspoken Language of Daily Life In American culture, love is often bold and declarative.It’s the big gestures, the anniversary dinners, the surprise vacations, the rom-com tropes. It’s verbal. Constant.“I love you.” “I miss you.” “You mean everything to me.”A love that talks — and talks — …

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How to Spend a Year in Europe Without Going Broke (Yes, It’s Possible)

Imagine waking up to church bells in a quaint Italian village or enjoying coffee at a lively Parisian café. Over 150,000 Americans move to Europe each year, seeking its rich culture and high quality of life. Europe’s unique mix of history, culture, and convenience makes it a top destination for expatriates and digital nomads. As …

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