Seville has ambiance to spare! Between the orange-scented courtyards, stunning Mudéjar architecture, and joyful, impromptu flamenco dancing in cozy plazas after dark, Seville is a dream come true. But that’s just a first impression… There are so many things to do in Seville! Here’s a list of favorite experiences by top travel writers to get […]
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2 Weeks in Spain: An Itinerary for Beautiful Andalusia
With just two weeks in Spain, I recommend focusing on Southern Spain. By allotting one day each for flights coming and going, even Americans with limited vacation time can enjoy a satisfying dip into this beautiful country. Here’s what I recommend as the best Spain itinerary for first-timers: Spend two weeks in Andalucia. Two Weeks […]
Best Rooftop Bars Barcelona: 15 Spots for a Drink with a View
Nothing beats sipping a sunset cocktail in a rooftop bar with a panoramic city view. It’s one of my favorite experiences in Europe! And in beautiful Barcelona, there is no shortage of trendy bars to enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Med, Gaudi’s famous Sagrada Familia or wide tree-lined boulevards in this sparkling city. […]
Barcelona Food Tour Review: A Love Affair with Catalonia
Spain means tapas, right? But the truth is, the novelty of these little appetizers can fade quickly. And patatas bravas start to taste the same everywhere…which is why I wanted to share an insider track on how to truly taste the best of Catalonia with a Barcelona food tour review. We had minutes to spare […]
Native Son of Algodonales
“You should have contacted the church,” Santiago suggested. “There was a great fire around the turn of the century which wiped out all of the local government records…for better or for worse.” “Sometimes it’s good to have a fresh start, you know?” he glanced at us sideways. “All of the bad things wiped clean.” We […]