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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 Lunch Rule France Gets Right That America Keeps Ignoring

A French office in Lyon empties at 12:30 on Tuesday. The marketing director, the engineers, the administrative staff, the executives. They all leave the building. They walk to nearby restaurants, brasseries, or home if they live close enough. They sit down. They order. They eat. They talk. By 2:00 or 2:15, they are walking back …

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What to Eat for Dinner in Greece: 3 Most Popular Greek Dinners Everyone Should Try at Least Once

Greek cuisine is celebrated globally for its fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and deep cultural roots. While tourists often flock to souvlaki stands or pile their plates high with gyros, the true heart of Greek dining lies in the meals locals prepare and enjoy at home. These traditional dinners are simple, wholesome, and deeply satisfying the …

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The Learning Method French Schools Use That American Education Has Abandoned

And why it creates deeper thinkers, better arguers, and more confident adults even if it looks old-fashioned from the outside In American classrooms, innovation is prized. Students are encouraged to speak up early, collaborate often, and explore through play. The idea is that learning should be fun, democratic, and engaging especially in younger grades. But …

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Italians Make Lemon Pasta This Way And It’s Shockingly Simple: How to Make Authentic Italian Tagliatelle al Limone at Home

Tagliatelle al Limone is a classic Italian pasta dish that embodies simplicity, freshness, and elegance. Made with fresh tagliatelle tossed in a creamy lemon sauce, this dish delivers a burst of bright citrus flavour balanced with rich parmesan and a touch of cream or butter for silkiness. Originating from southern Italy, especially the Amalfi Coast …

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Airbnb Was Supposed to Help Travelers: In These 7 Cities, Locals Say It Went Too Far

Imagine strolling through the narrow, cobbled streets of Venice, where the charm of ancient architecture is matched only by the vibrancy of local life. Now, picture these quiet streets, the windows of traditional homes shuttered, with “For Rent on Airbnb” signs outnumbering local shops. This scene is becoming increasingly common in some of the world’s …

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Some States Keep Taxing You After You Leave America: The Sticky-State Problem, Explained

Most Americans who move abroad assume they are leaving the whole American tax apparatus behind, and they are only half right. The federal government follows you forever, taxing your worldwide income for as long as you hold a US passport. But people more or less expect that by now. What almost nobody expects is that …

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Nonna Makes Lasagna This Way And Restaurants Never Get It Quite Right: Nonna’s Secret Lasagna Recipe With Rich Layers

There is lasagna, and then there is Nonna’s lasagna. Anyone who has been lucky enough to grow up with an Italian grandmother knows the difference. Her lasagna is not just layers of pasta, sauce, and cheese; it is layers of love, patience, and tradition, each bite carrying memories of Sunday family lunches and kitchen tables …

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Germans Open Every Window in Winter on Purpose: Luften, the Air Ritual Americans Can’t Believe

Picture a German apartment on a freezing January morning, the temperature well below zero outside, and then picture the windows being thrown wide open, on purpose, deliberately, to let the frigid outside air come pouring in. To an American, watching good heat escape into a winter morning looks like madness, or at least like a …

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The Bread Map of Europe: What Each Country Bakes and Swears By

Of all the foods that define a place, none is older or more fundamental than its bread. Every country in Europe has one, the loaf it bakes daily, eats with very nearly everything, and quietly believes is the finest on the whole continent, and the differences between them are enormous: the crackling golden baguette of …

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Forget Paris and London: These European Cities Are Far Easier on a $2,000 Budget

Our guide on the best Places for Living in Europe for Less Than $2,000 USD if you are planning to move in. Europe is home to some of the most vibrant cities and picturesque towns that offer a high quality of life, rich culture, and modern amenities at surprisingly affordable costs. Whether you’re a digital …

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Americans Mock This European Bathroom Habit But Europeans Say Americans Are the Dirty Ones

And why bidets are standard across Europe, but still taboo in the United States Walk into a bathroom in France, Italy, Portugal, or Spain, and you’ll likely notice an object that makes American guests uncomfortable. It’s not broken. It’s not dirty. It’s not even that complicated. It’s just a bidet. Low to the ground, shaped …

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Forget Regular Fried Rice: How to Make Indonesian Fried Rice at Home

Few dishes capture the heart of Indonesian cuisine quite like nasi goreng, the country’s beloved take on fried rice. Rich with bold flavors, slightly smoky, and always satisfying, this national staple is far more than just rice and sauce it’s a celebration of Indonesia’s culinary diversity. From street stalls to high-end restaurants, nasi goreng is …

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