Seasoned traveler Catriona Rowntree has shared the secrets she learned from locals while exploring Europe.
The Getaway presenter chatted with friendly faces at a Mallorca market in Spain to ask them how to make the most of their experience and avoid any missteps.
They gave him advice on the best way to start the day at the markets, told him why you should never rent an Airbnb or buy seafood on Mondays, why takeout coffee is a bad idea, and the secret to a longer, healthier life. healthy.
The 52-year-old was warned not to buy seafood on Mondays as fishermen do not fish on Sundays so the produce will not be fresh.
“The life expectancy of a Spaniard is 84 years, they are healthy people, lovers of the Mediterranean diet, a little sun and a good climate,” he added.
Catriona Rowntree (pictured) has “loved” chatting to locals while on holiday in Mallorca, Spain. She received some helpful tips from them to get the most out of her experience.
The Getaway host said she was told never to buy fish in Spain on Mondays because fishermen never work on Sundays, so the seafood won’t be fresh.
The host discovered that all the locals she spoke to don’t like Airbnb accommodations.
“All the locals I’ve spoken to say that’s what’s pushing them out of their apartments as city centers slowly gentrify,” he said.
‘The average salary is low, most locals rent, unfortunately owners prefer the higher rate of an Airbnb. Not well!’
Catriona’s last tip is not to order coffee to go.
“People sit down to enjoy their coffee, but they don’t get anything to go: ‘If you can’t sit for five minutes and talk to a person, what’s wrong with you!'” he said.
Catriona said a local told her to start the day by exploring the markets and buying some hot chocolate and some churros.
“Not every day, since you’ll be around, but on market day,” he said.
