X-Pat Expert - Maayan & Gal

One of my favourite things to do in Seville is explore the Santa Cruz neighbourhood. It is the old Jewish quarter of the city and even after all this time, I still get lost in the narrow cobblestone streets. My personal favourite is Calle Agua, which has a wall to the Royal Gardens on one side, with an 11th century aqueduct running through it.

A rooftop terrace stop is an absolute must when I have visitors. You’ll enjoy a glass of wine while watching the sunset over the Cathedral – a view you won’t soon forget. Some of them even have live flamenco concerts and special dinners in the warm summer months. Hotel Fontecruz Los Seises and Hotel Doña María are my two favourites.

My Seville

Emily Woerfel, a native Wisconsinite is an educator, writer, and digital creator. @this.is.the.milk

Seville is famous for its tapas culture, and with over 350 years of history, El Rinconcillo is a must. The best part is that they write down your bill with chalk on the bar, add it up when you go to pay, and erase it for the next customer. Classic!

María Luisa Park and Plaza España are the perfect plan when you’re looking for a way to relax. Hit Plaza España first and then wander in the park – it is full of lush vegetation (from each of the five continents), Mozarabic tile details, fountains you can dip your toes in, duck ponds, playgrounds, lots of places perfect for a picnic and, of course, a couple of bars! A fter all these years in Spain, it only seems appropriate that I’ve ended up in Seville. This is the very first place I lived in Spain when I came to study in 2009. The city’s history, culture, vibrance and voice had me enchanted right from the start. I’ve worked in education for almost a decade and started my work as a content writer and digital creator just a few years ago. During my time in Spain I’ve lived in many places in Andalucía as well as Barcelona, and Seville is truly something unique. It is big enough to always have something to discover and small enough to truly feel at home. Anyone who comes does not leave unchanged – I should know, I came 13 years ago and somehow Seville’s charm has brought me back permanently.

Three words: Springtime in Seville. The city comes alive during this season with the smell of azahar blossoms on the orange trees, incense coming from the churches, the two world-famous festivals – one during Easter week and the ‘Fería de Abril’, and the absolute favourite weather for doing my favourite Sevillano past time, tapeando.