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Our Guided Tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid

By Rocky Trifari January 11, 2017 March 25, 2021

One morning, Jorge and I left our adorable Chueca neighborhood to visit the Royal Palace of Madrid. Upon our arrival, we were met with a …

By Rocky Trifari January 7, 2017 March 27, 2021

In terms of travel, 2016 was my busiest year yet! Travel destinations included Aruba, Canada, Saint Martin, Mexico, and Spain (that’s where …

By Rocky Trifari January 7, 2017 March 25, 2021

At the center of Madrid resides a famous cafe formally known as the Chocolatería San Ginés. The chocolateria primarily serves “chocolate con …

By Rocky Trifari January 2, 2017 March 27, 2021

In Spain, the Gran Vía is a famous upscale shopping street located in central Madrid. Fortunately for me and Jorge, …

By Rocky Trifari December 31, 2016 March 27, 2021

After arriving to Madrid, I needed to navigate the airport, pass through customs, pray my suitcase made it to Spain after …

By Rocky Trifari December 30, 2016 March 25, 2021

To all those who celebrate Christmas, I hope you have had a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all …

By Rocky Trifari December 22, 2016 March 27, 2021

Another semester, done! What a great feeling it was to turn in my last exam Monday morning knowing that I have but …

By Rocky Trifari December 18, 2016 September 29, 2023

Ever since my freshman year, I have avoided taking accounting at all costs. It may not have been my main reason …

By Rocky Trifari December 12, 2016 September 12, 2026

Ever since my now six year old 2010 MacBook Pro hit 1,000 charge cycles last month, it has been performing worse with each …

By Rocky Trifari December 11, 2016 August 25, 2023

On Black Friday, I drove to an Apple Store with my dad to upgrade both of our phones. He had a beaten-up iPhone …

By Rocky Trifari November 24, 2016 March 25, 2021

Coming out to my family has been one of the most bumpy roads I’ve ever travelled down. I never could …

By Rocky Trifari November 19, 2016 May 29, 2021

When I traveled to Mexico, I planned to eat at authentic Mexican restaurants. My first two nights, I made sure to do just that. …