Field-tested guides from a girl who believes the best way to understand a place is to live in it. Enclosed are my personal insights, hard-won advice, and the best watering holes from some of my favorite corners of the world. Consider these your travel cheat sheets.

A photo of the Eiffel Tower lit up at night with a cartoon kitten's face superimposed on the left side and the text "La Tour Eiffel" written in cursive on the right.
A vintage poster advertising Santa Eulalia, showcasing new clothing and accessories for women, men, and children in Barcelona. The poster features a woman in stylish attire with leopard print and jewelry, sitting with her legs crossed.