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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.

The Thai Curry That Makes Weeknight Dinner Feel Like a Big Upgrade: How to Make Authentic Thai Green Curry Without Leaving Home

Thai green curry is one of Thailand’s most beloved dishes, known for its fragrant, creamy, and spicy flavours that come together in a beautiful harmony. Made with fresh green curry paste, coconut milk, tender chicken or tofu, and crisp vegetables, it’s a dish that feels both comforting and exotic. In this recipe guide, you’ll learn …

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25 Philippine Fruits You Need to Try Before You Leave the Islands

Philippine Fruits: 25 Best Fruits in the Philippines to Try – From the most popular Filipino fruits like mango and Papaya to more exotic fruits in the Philippines that you should try. Our favorite one is the mango national fruit of the Philippines. But there are other Filipino fruits like papaya and lanzones that are …

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The Bill-Splitting Method Europeans Use That Makes Americans Look Cheap

And what it reveals about trust, fairness, and a fundamentally different approach to social generosity Imagine you’re out with a group of Europeans maybe friends in Paris, coworkers in Barcelona, or cousins at a family lunch in Rome. The bill arrives. There’s no math. No calculators. No Venmo. No itemizing who had the wine or …

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15 ‘Rude’ Restaurant Habits Americans Can’t Stop Doing in Europe

Dining in Europe is more than just a meal it’s a social ritual steeped in centuries of culture, etiquette, and unspoken rules. For American tourists, this can lead to awkward moments, unintended offenses, and puzzled stares from locals. What’s totally normal in the U.S. like splitting the bill or flagging down the waiter might come …

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I Watched Spanish Families Have Dinner for a Week and Can’t Believe What I Saw

Why Bother Noticing This? If you’ve ever traveled to Spain—or simply read about its famously relaxed daily rhythm you know there’s one cultural trait that perplexes outsiders: the late-night dinner routine. Spaniards are notorious for eating their final meal at an hour many Americans consider bedtime. But it’s not just the timing that stands out …

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The Global Food Fight That Finally Needs an Answer: Dumplings or Empanadas With Recipes

Belgian cuisine often flies under the radar, overshadowed by its French and Dutch neighbors. Yet tucked within its rich culinary traditions is a savory gem that deserves far more attention: Flamiche aux Poireaux, or Belgian Leek Tart. This rustic tart combines a buttery pastry base with sweet, tender leeks cooked in cream a simple yet …

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The Bills I Don’t Have Anymore Since Moving To Europe: Americans Won’t Believe The List

The surprise is not that life in Europe gets cheap. It usually does not. The surprise is how many specifically American household bills either vanish, shrink hard, or stop showing up as separate monthly punishments once daily life is built around a different system. The first thing that changes after a move to Europe is …

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Forget Croissants: Bougatsa Is the Greek Pastry That Makes Breakfast Look Different

Greek cuisine is best known for its savory dishes like moussaka and souvlaki, but the country’s rich tradition of breakfast pastries is often overlooked. Bougatsa is a shining example—a warm, crispy, custard-filled pastry wrapped in delicate layers of phyllo dough and topped with powdered sugar and cinnamon. With roots in the Byzantine Empire and popularity …

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Why This Classic Spanish Dessert Habit Still Sounds Wild to Most Americans

How Spain’s pastry tradition survives in 2026 thanks to pasteurization, hot sugar, and rules most visitors never see Stand at the counter of a Madrid pastelería at 5 p.m. and watch the trays move. Glossy lemon mousse. Cloud-light meringues towering over custard. Little golden domes called yemas yolk sweets the size of a walnut, dusted …

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The Dublin Airport Trick That Can Save Americans Serious Money in Europe: Saves €300

If you’ve ever watched an American book a Europe trip, you’ve seen the same move. They pick the city they’re excited about, then they pick the biggest airport in that city, then they pay whatever it costs because “that’s where you fly into.” Paris equals CDG. London equals Heathrow. Rome equals FCO. Barcelona equals BCN. …

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The South African Street Food You’ll Crave After One Bite: How To Make Make Bunny Chow at Home

When you think of South African cuisine, your mind may jump to braais (barbecues) or biltong, but nothing captures the heart of street food culture like Bunny Chow. Originating in the vibrant city of Durban, Bunny Chow is a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled to the brim with spicy curry messy, hearty, and unforgettable. This …

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The Blood Sugar Secret That Keeps Europeans Thin While Americans Get Diabetes

And what it reveals about food rhythm, daily movement, and the invisible habits that shape a continent’s health Walk through a typical Mediterranean neighborhood at lunchtime and you’ll see grandmothers spooning lentils onto ceramic plates, children dipping bread into olive oil, and men in suits calmly eating multi-course meals with wine all without calorie apps, …

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