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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 Belgian Stew That Makes Ordinary Soup Feel Forgettable: How to Make Belgium Waterzooi

Our guide on How To Make Belgium Waterzooi for you to try at home. Waterzooi is a traditional Belgian dish originating from the city of Ghent. It’s a hearty, creamy stew typically made with fish or chicken, vegetables, and a rich broth. The name “Waterzooi” comes from the Dutch words for water and to boil, …

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English vs Irish Breakfast: Why the Small Differences Matter More Than You Think

The battle of the breakfasts is one that stirs up strong opinions across the British Isles. While the English breakfast is famous worldwide for its hearty portions and iconic ingredients, the Irish breakfast is equally robust and deeply rooted in tradition. But what exactly makes them different and which one deserves a place at your …

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Guatemalan Breakfast: 19 Best Breakfast In Guatemala That Shows How to Start the Day

Today we will write about Guatemalan breakfast and the best 19 Breakfast in Guatemala. The Guatemalan breakfast is easily famous, especially with its close proximity to Mexico. One thing is for sure – it’s good! There are also some dishes that are authentic Guatemala traditional breakfast to try! On average breakfast in a sit-down restaurant in …

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8 Airport Tricks All Smart Travelers Know and Most People Learn Too Late

Airports are often the most unpredictable part of any journey. One minute you’re breezing through check-in, and the next you’re stuck in a never-ending security line or searching for a charging outlet in a crowded terminal. While you can’t control flight delays or crowded gates, knowing a few key airport tricks can completely change how …

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I Pay €4.50 For Prescriptions In Spain Americans Think I’m Joking

The first time Americans hear a normal Spanish prescription price, they usually assume something got left out. Maybe that was only the pharmacist’s fee. Maybe that was after some special senior discount. Maybe that was one of those lucky one-off generics that cost less than a coffee and do not count as real medicine in …

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Traveling to Europe With Insulin: The Airport Was Easy And Temperature Was The Problem

Most people worry about customs first. That is understandable. Airports make everyone feel faintly criminal, and prescription medication adds a little extra theater. Needles, pens, cooling packs, liquids, sensors, a pump clipped to your waistband, maybe a doctor’s letter you printed at midnight because the internet scared you. But customs is usually not the hardest …

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The Real April Fool’s Joke What Americans Pay For Healthcare

April Fool’s Day is supposed to be about harmless deception. A fake announcement. A stupid text. A joke that wastes 14 seconds and then dies. American healthcare has built an entire economy out of a much meaner version of the same idea. You pay every month to feel protected. Then you still pay before anything …

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The Italian Food Rules Tourists Never Understand 10 Things About Italian Food That Confuse Foreigners

Italian cuisine is one of the most beloved in the world but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. For many travelers, the pasta, pizza, and gelato are familiar favorites, yet the real rules of Italian food go far deeper than what appears on a menu. Step into an Italian kitchen or dine with locals, …

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The European Grocery Habit That Cut My Food Bill By 40%

The expensive part of grocery shopping is not always the price tag. A lot of the time, it is the fantasy. The fantasy that this is the week you will cook four different dinners, eat berries every morning, finish the salad leaves before they liquefy, use the herbs you bought for one noble recipe, and …

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The Evening Habit Mediterranean Men Have That Protects Their Hearts

It is not the red wine. It is not the olive oil by itself either, tempting as that story is. And it is definitely not some mystical southern-European male calm that appears at age 58 along with a navy sweater and an opinion about anchovies. The habit is much simpler than that. In a lot …

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House Sitting in Europe at 60: What The Free Accommodation Part Leaves Out

By 60, a lot of travelers have figured out that “budget travel” often means paying in discomfort. Tiny room. Bad mattress. Airport-fringe hotel. Four stairs that somehow become 84 with luggage. A kitchen so fake it qualifies as decorative fiction. A neighborhood that is “up and coming” in exactly the way that makes a woman …

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The Vietnamese Sandwich That Beat Subway at Its Own Game: How to Make Authentic Banh Mi at Home

There are sandwiches, and then there’s banh mi Vietnam’s ultimate street food icon that blends French colonial influence with bold Southeast Asian flair. Crispy on the outside, pillowy on the inside, the baguette is the perfect carrier for layers of pickled vegetables, savory meats, fragrant herbs, and spicy condiments. Banh mi is not just a …

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