Who needs a beach when you have over 25 easily accessible public pools in Madrid just waiting for you to cannon-ball right in? Here in Madrid, we’ve got to learn…

Getting your Empadronamiento certificate (“Padrón”) in Madrid is one of the many legal procedures that you will most likely need to complete once you’ve moved to Spain. In fact, the…

Now that all of Madrid’s public pools and natural pools (located outside of Madrid) are opening for the summer season, everyone from tourists to locals are grabbing their sunscreen and towels and making a splash….

Paradise is less than 2 hours away! If you want to truly connect with nature while catching some sun-rays, piscinas naturales are the way to go. Natural pools are an…

Moving to Spain is one of the most rewarding experiences you can sign up for, but understanding Spain immigration procedures can be a real hassle. So before you dream of…

Pay as you go SIM cards, also known as prepaid SIM cards, are the most convenient and most affordable option when it comes to staying connected while abroad in Spain….

Understanding the Spanish healthcare system or finding the right doctor can be stressful, especially if you do not speak Spanish yet. If you are an international student or expat moving…

Applying for a Social Security number in Spain (“Numéro de Seguridad Social”) is an essential task for anyone who plans to earn money while living in Spain for a certain period…

Yes, integrating into a new country is important. And yes, watching movies in the language you’re trying to learn is a fun and effective way to do that. But here’s…

Each year Citylife Madrid helps thousands of young internationals to prepare for their study abroad experience. Not only do we help students prepare for the trip itself, but we also…