Much of my two weeks in Spain last fall entailed revisiting places that I already had been. And, don’t get me wrong: I don’t mind going back to wonderful places. But there was one spot that I had never been to before, and I was dying to get there perhaps more than any other destination. … More Granada: The Awe-Inspiring Alhambra
Dreamy. Magical. Charming. Colorful. You exhaust every clichéd adjective in approximately five minutes in Sevilla, but it’s not difficult to see why. There’s really no other way to put it: the city is a stunner. This is typified by the Barrio Santa Cruz, Sevilla’s old town and tourist hub. The streets are a narrow, windy maze; … More Sevilla: Sun-Drenched Days and Golden Nights
While everyone – myself included! – visits the Alcázar in Sevilla, I also wanted to make sure I checked out a few of the other palaces that were more off the beaten path. Enter: Casa de Pilatos. Casa de Pilatos is an absolutely gorgeous complex, mixing together Italian Renaissance architecture and Spanish Moorish flair (that … More Sevilla: The Colorful Corners of Casa de Pilatos
One of the places I was most excited to visit in Spain was, in fact, one I had already visited before: Sevilla’s Real Alcázar. Why? Think lush courtyards, bright tiles, and an abundance of flowers. In other words, it’s really, really beautiful. The Alcázar wears many hats. It’s still used as an official royal residence … More Sevilla: A Colorful Morning at the Real Alcázar
Ah, Madrid. If Barcelona has never quite clicked for me, Madrid always has. Bustling and modern and beautiful: yep, I am a fan. We arrived in Madrid off a train from San Sebastián. The thing that struck me most about Madrid on that first afternoon – and, in fact, throughout our entire stay – was … More Madrid: Savoring Sunshine, Vermouth, and Some Very Secret Cookies
Though our time spent in Spain’s Basque Country was largely confined to lovely San Sebastián, we did find time for a daytrip to Bilbao. Our main reason for going? The Guggenheim Bilbao, of course. The Guggenheim Bilbao is a modern art masterpiece. In truth, I found the structure itself – its dramatic facade, its grand … More Bilbao: A Visit to the Guggenheim
My sister and I spent over two weeks traveling around Spain, but in the end, I think our favorite experience was our day at San Sebastián’s Mimo Cooking School. Mimo offers a variety of different classes, but we opted for The Essential Pintxo, figuring that our best bet was focusing on San Sebastián’s signature form of … More San Sebastián: A Magical Meal at Mimo Cooking School
When my sister and I set out to plan our trip to Spain, there was one spot that both of us knew was a must-visit: San Sebastián. We were both aware of Basque country’s reputation as one of the world’s top “foodie” (cringe) destinations, so it was always going to be essential for us to … More San Sebastián: Michelin Meals, Perfect Pintxos, and Seaside Strolls
While our journey in Spain took us from city to city, we knew we wanted to spend at least a little bit of time out in the countryside. Preferably, in the countryside with wine. So, that’s just what we did. We signed up for a wine tour with Castlexperience. After meeting our group in central … More Barcelona: Countryside Wining and Dining
Barcelona is a funny city, at least as far as I’m concerned: it’s a place I’ve tried to click with, twice now, but somehow never quite get there. Which is strange, because so many people I know adore Barcelona. There is, I know, I know, much to love. The beautiful architecture, the tapas culture, the quiet … More Barcelona: On Not Quite Falling in Love
