A Girl Named Gin
Travel, culture, cocktails and beautiful places
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I knew I wanted to stay in a rental apartment during my time in Barcelona. A hotel was never even considered. I easily pinned seven or more flats before committing to this particular one, from which I write this now. In addition to my desire for a space with a…
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My Unexpected First 72 Hours in Barcelona
I landed in Barcelona on Thursday at 9:45 a.m., and to say that my first 72 hours were unexpected would be an understatement. On Wednesday…
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The Things I’m Most Looking Forward to in Barcelona That Aren’t on My Itinerary
Aside from the wary reaction I get from people when I tell them I am going to Barcelona for a month, their next reaction is…
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Everything I am Packing for a Month in Barcelona
There is a vast difference between packing for a weeklong vacation and packing for an entire month living in an Airbnb in a foreign country.…
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Five Hours in Ojai, CA
Not all trips derive from a desire to see a major European city, a famous landmark, or a national park. Some trips are inspired by…
● About Me
Hi, I’m Jenna – a Los Angeles-based traveler drawn to places with character, history, good restaurants and side streets worth wandering. A Girl Named Gin is my collection of travel guides, reflections, favorite finds and places worth remembering.
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