YOUR PERSONAL GUIDE TO GETTING AROUND MADRID

I'm a 30-something from the U.S. who's lived in Madrid for the last decade (Spain for past 12 years) and I love to write and take pictures. If you've been in Madrid for a while, you might know my website, Sarah la Viajera. If you're new, it's an online resource I’ve been very fortunate to grow and maintain for almost a decade and connect with lots of wonderful people who also love Spain. I combined both of these passions into writing my first ever book in e-book/PDF, The Ultimate Guide to Madrid's Transportation Networks in June 2021. I'm currently working on the second edition that will include over 10 years of lived experience in the city, updated tips and info, more Spanish to English transportation vocabulary and "getting around" phrases you can use, plus, curated (printable) itineraries for both tourists and residents. It will tentatively be released this fall. When you purchase the first edition, you will get notified once the second edition comes out and how you can download it. If you're here for the first time as a student, English teacher/teaching assistant or digital nomad, let my book be your personal tour or relocation guide to help you get your feet wet and explore the city around you. It also includes my personal recommendations for places around town and safety tips for women and people of color. If you no longer live in Madrid, but know someone who does, please share this with them and help them get adjusted. :) https://sarahlaviajera.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-madrids-transportation-networks-e-book/ I also have exclusive audio content and offer consulting services upon request (see website for more details). Buen viaje and here's to not getting stuck on a Metro car with no AC! Until they turn the heat on, that is.

AMATEUR LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY GIG: MODELS NEEDED

Hi! I'm an amateur photographer based in Toledo looking for adults (18+) who would be interested in taking part in casual outdoor photography sessions around Toledo. I'm currently building my photography portfolio and would like to practice portrait and lifestyle photography using Toledo's streets, architecture, parks and other locations as backgrounds. I'm especially interested in experimenting with natural light, shadows, reflections and cinematic-looking compositions. No professional modeling experience is required! If you've never modeled before, that's completely fine. I'm also still learning, so this is a relaxed collaboration where we can both get some experience and hopefully some great photos. This is an unpaid photography collaboration / portfolio-building session, not a professional modeling job. There is no cost to participate, and in return I will provide you with a selection of edited photographs from the session for your personal use. What to expect: • Approximately 1 hour per session • Outdoor locations around Toledo • Casual and respectful atmosphere • We'll agree on the location and type of photos beforehand • You can suggest outfits, poses and locations • Edited photographs will be provided after the session • All sessions will take place in public locations I'm primarily looking for people interested in lifestyle, portrait and cinematic photography. Individuals or pairs are welcome. If you're interested, send me a message introducing yourself and, if you're comfortable, a link to your Instagram or a couple of recent photos so we can discuss whether the idea would be a good fit. I look forward to getting in contact. Thanks! ????

LEGAL ADVICE FOR EXPATS IN SPAIN — ENGLISH & SPANISH

Living and working in Spain? Get clear, professional legal guidance in English — without the language barrier. I provide written legal advice and document reviews in English and Spanish, tailored to the needs of international residents, teachers, students and professionals living in Madrid. Whether you are signing a rental contract, dealing with employment issues, or trying to understand your rights under Spanish law, I can help you understand your situation and your options clearly before you make a decision. Not sure what your rights are under Spanish law? Send me the details and I’ll explain your options clearly in writing. How I can help you: Housing & Rentals: Review of rental agreements, deposits, termination clauses, tenant rights and potential issues before you sign. Employment & Workplace Matters: General guidance on employment contracts, workplace rights, termination and other employment-related questions under Spanish law. Pensions & Social Security: Guidance on Spanish pension requirements, Spain–UK pension coordination, contributions in different countries and the interaction between pension systems. Contracts & Legal Documents: Review and explanation of contracts, agreements, terms and other documents written in Spanish. Expat & Everyday Legal Matters: Clear guidance on Spanish procedures, rights and obligations, helping you understand what applies to your particular situation. How it works: Simply send me your question first. I will review your query and explain how I can assist you and what the service would involve, in clear and easy-to-understand English or Spanish. Rates — Special Expat Student/Teacher Discount: Written Legal Advice — Fixed Fee: The fee depends on the nature and scope of the legal work. 100% bilingual — English & Spanish. Professional, clear and confidential. Contact me today to discuss your legal query.

???? HABITACIÓN EN MADRID – BUSCO DESDE YA / ROOM WANTED

???????? English Hi! I’m a 28-year-old guy moving back to Madrid from the UK. I’m starting a new job on 1 October, so I need to find a room by 30 September at the latest. ???? Budget: max. €500/month ???? Looking for a room in Madrid, preferably with good transport connections. I’m an EU citizen and speak English, Spanish and French. I’m calm, respectful, clean and easy to live with. I work full-time and am looking for a peaceful home with good flatmates. I would prefer not to live with children or pets, as I’m quite sensitive to noise, so these options would be considered last. ?? Important: As I’m currently in the UK, I won’t be able to physically visit the room before moving to Madrid. However, I’m happy to arrange a video call to see the room and speak with the landlord/flatmates beforehand. I also won’t pay any deposit or rent in advance before I have physically moved into the room. I’m happy to arrange a video call and verify everything beforehand, but I won’t send money for a room I haven’t personally seen or occupied. If you have a room available or know of something suitable, please email me. Thanks! ???????? Español ¡Hola! Soy un chico de 28 años y vuelvo a Madrid desde Reino Unido. Empiezo un nuevo trabajo el 1 de octubre, así que necesito encontrar una habitación como muy tarde para el 30 de septiembre. ???? Presupuesto: máximo 500 €/mes ???? Busco una habitación en Madrid, preferiblemente bien comunicada con transporte público. Soy ciudadano de la UE y hablo inglés, español y francés. Soy una persona tranquila, respetuosa, limpia y fácil para convivir. Trabajo a jornada completa y busco un piso tranquilo y con buen ambiente entre compañeros. Preferiría no vivir con niños ni mascotas, ya que soy bastante sensible al ruido, por lo que este tipo de opciones tendrían menor prioridad. ?? Importante: Como actualmente estoy en Reino Unido, no podré visitar físicamente la habitación antes de mudarme a Madrid. Sin embargo, puedo hacer una videollamada para ver la habitación y hablar con el propietario/los compañeros de piso antes de mudarme. Además, no pagaré ninguna fianza ni alquiler por adelantado antes de haber entrado físicamente en la habitación. Estoy dispuesto a hacer una videollamada y comprobar todos los detalles previamente, pero no enviaré dinero por una habitación que todavía no haya visto ni ocupado personalmente. Si tienes una habitación disponible o conoces alguna que pueda encajar, por favor escríbeme por email. ¡Gracias!

LIVING IN SPAIN? FIGURING LIFE OUT AS YOU GO?

Hi everyone! I’m Rencee, a Trinidadian living in Spain, and I recently started a podcast called I Thought I’d Know By Now. It’s a personal storytelling and reflection podcast about all those parts of adulthood we somehow thought we’d have figured out by now. ???? I talk about moving abroad, building a life in Spain, independence, friendships, dating and relationships, faith, grief, confidence, changing as a person, career decisions, starting over, and the unexpected lessons that come from simply trying to make a life for yourself somewhere new. A lot of my stories are shaped by my experience of leaving the Caribbean and creating a life here in Spain—the plans that worked, the ones that absolutely DID NOT ????, and the moments when life took me somewhere completely different from where I thought I was going. There are currently 8 episodes, with the newest, “Keep It Pushing,” asking a question I think a lot of people living abroad can relate to: What if nothing happens… and you just know? What if a job, city, relationship, friendship or chapter isn’t terrible—you simply know it’s time for something different? If you enjoy honest conversations, personal stories, a little humour and figuring life out together, I’d love for you to listen. ???? ???? Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033LUG9YMCH1cYiffx7SGd ?? YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ithoughtidknowbynow ???? Substack: https://rencee22.substack.com I Thought I’d Know By Now Because apparently adulthood did NOT come with the instruction manual I was expecting. ????