
Mary Swick

Any expat in Spain knows that navigating the Spanish healthcare system effectively and successfully can be tough. When you finally know the ins and outs, you’re comfortable with the language, and you’ve got all your paperwork filed, it can become

July 13, 2023
Buying a motorcycle, motorbike, Vespa-style scooter, or even a small electric scooter can come at a high cost and is an important decision. The fact is, motorcycles are fun, but they can be a big change from driving a car or not owning a vehicle at

July 4, 2023
The hunt begins! House hunting is an epic battle in many cities throughout Spain due to today’s competitive market. As a tourist hot-spot, more and more homes in Spain are being converted into tourist rentals, so long-term tenants have to go to war

June 7, 2023
Antenatal and postnatal healthcare are essential components of the long, but exciting journey for expectant mothers and their newborn babies. As an expat living in Spain, it's always important to have access to comprehensive healthcare coverage, but

May 10, 2023
As children grow and develop, they may experience various foot problems that can lead to long-lasting pain, deformity, and other serious health issues if left untreated. That’s why it’s essential to identify and address these problems as soon as

April 13, 2023
The elderly population of Spain is growing at an increasing rate. According to Caixa Bank Research, as of 2019, one in every five Spaniards was aged 65 or over, and in 2050 this age group is expected to account for one in every three. If you’re part

March 16, 2023
Let’s face it, unexpected dental care can be painful and expensive. Putting off treating dental problems will only exacerbate the pain and costs. When faced with tooth loss, whether due to health problems, genetic issues, an accident, or other

February 8, 2023
When it comes time to honor a loved one after their passing, you want to make sure that it is done in the way that they would have wanted. Choosing between cremation vs burial is an extremely personal decision, and that decision comes down to what’s

January 10, 2023
Funerals are one of those topics that we don’t want to think about until the worst has happened. But in those cases, the grief and stress of making arrangements can be overwhelming for your family members and loved ones. With the aim to relieve some

December 7, 2022
If you live in a city, your decision to keep your cat indoors may primarily be due to lack of outside space, but people living in the suburbs or countryside sometimes also choose to keep their cat inside. Having an indoor cat is safer than letting