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July 18, 2023
Nestled between the deep blue Mediterranean Sea and the foothills of the Pyrenees lies Baix Emporda, an area full of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. Like the rest of Catalunya, the Baix Emporda encompasses stunning medieval towns and stone villages scattered all across its territory. These hamlets remain much the same as they […]
June 28, 2023
Pompeii is a vast UNESCO World Heritage excavated archaeological site near the coast of the Bay of Naples. Once a booming and sophisticated Roman port city, in 79 A.D. Pompeii was buried under up to 20 feet of ash and pumice after the catastrophic 2-day, 10-mile-high eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The fine ash and mud […]
March 30, 2023
From its cliff-top perch on the slopes of Mt. Tauro overlooking the magnificent blue Ionian Sea, with ominous Mt. Etna on the horizon, Taormina will take your breath away. Located on the east coast of Sicily, fairytale Taormina offers a variety of charms, from the cobbled alleys and pretty squares to historic architecture, charming cafes […]
October 11, 2022
Madrid, a dynamic city overflowing with history and gastronomy, is one of the most popular cities in all of Europe and a year-round destination with each season offering something new to explore. It’s a great place to base yourself to embark on some fantastic day trips from Madrid. The Spanish capital has a lot to […]
September 15, 2022
Sunny Lisbon is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Strategically standing on the estuary of the Tagus River, the city has a long and rich history dating back to the Romans. It’s a safe city with old-world charm, a temperate climate, delicious traditional cuisine, and many things to do in Lisbon to attract […]
September 1, 2022
I was surprised by how much I liked Madrid! Usually, I’m not a big city person, but the vibe in Madrid was so full of culture and history with so many Madrid attractions to explore, that I found myself enchanted by this urban metropolis. Spain’s capital is a city of elegant boulevards and sprawling manicured […]
August 19, 2022
Andalusia is quintessentially Spanish. From rolling hills and twisting rivers to charming cobblestone towns, Andalusia is the beating heart of Spain. Each Andalusian city is unique with so much to offer. The whole area was under Moorish rule from the 8th-15th centuries, a legacy that shows in its architecture, including such world-famous landmarks as Granada’s […]
August 1, 2022
Exploring Granada is a magical experience. Located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, it’s an intoxicating fusion of Medieval and Islamic architecture dating to 700 years ago, gypsy-style Flamenco dancing, hilly cobblestone streets that are laid out exactly as they were in medieval times, and dine in restaurants that have been carved […]
July 20, 2022
Once a sleepy fishing village, Nerja is now a popular resort town full of whitewashed Spanish houses with flowering balconies and sea views, narrow cobblestone alleys, boutique shops, and authentic restaurants. And the beaches in Nerja are some of the most beautiful along the Costa del Sol. Surrounded by the Sierra de Almijara Mountain range, […]
June 5, 2021
Ranked one of the most popular cities in Europe to visit, unlike its rivals London, Paris, and Rome, Barcelona is also one of the most affordable cities on the continent, according to Forbes magazine. Barcelona landmarks are also some of the most recognizable in the world. Walking through Barcelona is like walking around in a […]