Cuban Woman Shares Seven Surprising Discoveries Upon Arriving in Spain

The Cuban content creator Walkys (@walkys__) has taken TikTok by storm with a video where she reveals the unexpected things she encountered upon her arrival in Spain. Her list highlights details that might be mundane for many but were eye-openers for her. Indeed, what seems ordinary to some can be a revelation to others.

Among the most striking discoveries, she noted that every window has blinds to block out light, and trash containers are clean and well-organized, with different bins for waste separation. She was also amazed to find that garbage bags have pleasant scents, bottle caps remain attached, and in summer, the sun is still shining at 10 PM. Furthermore, she learned that mopping is done with a mop (not with a "mop cloth," as in Cuba), and bathrooms might feature bidets with both cold and hot water.

The video sparked a flurry of comments. Several users pointed out that the late evening sunlight is a summer phenomenon, with winter sunsets occurring before six o'clock. Others explained that the attached bottle caps result from a European Union regulation starting in 2024, aimed at enhancing recycling and preventing marine debris. Some even took the opportunity to offer a brief history lesson: the mop was invented in Spain in 1964.

Amidst quirky facts, explanations, and a few jokes, comparisons with Cuba were inevitable. Many of Walkys' fellow Cubans shared their own "culture shocks" upon arriving, while Spanish locals warmly welcomed her, reminding her that many more surprises await.

With a lighthearted approach and not taking criticisms too seriously, Walkys promised to continue sharing her discoveries. Given the buzz her first video generated, it seems her new life in Spain will provide plenty of content... and laughter.