March 15, 2012 | Isabela | Destinations, Ibiza | No Comments
With just a few weeks till the official arrive of spring (the Spring Equinox), people have already started planning their spring and Easter breaks. The more traditional Europeans are probably contemplating a relaxing Easter break spend in the company of their loved ones, but students usually long for something more adventurous or exotic. Whether you are in search of the ultimate party destinat... [read more]
TAGS: Flower Power Festival, party, secluded beaches March 12, 2012 | Franco | Barcelona, Destinations | No Comments
Barcelona is certainly one of the most picturesque and lively cities in Europe so no wonder that its streets and monuments are always crammed with tourists. Luckily, Barcelona is big enough to allow you to breathe and discover less popular sights, beaches and restaurants. Once you’re done with exploring the central district of Barcelona and its most popular beaches, it’s time to discover s... [read more]
TAGS: Colonia Guell, g, gaudi, Gothic architecture, Montjuic February 23, 2012 | Sarita | Eat and Drink, Travel Interests | No Comments
Famous for its snacks (tapas), tasty sea food dishes and full bodied red wines, Spanish cuisine also includes some delicious and very original sweets. Traditional Spanish sweets are less famous than the Spanish paella or sangria, but they are certainly among those very pleasant revelations that one usually experiences when visiting a new country. In other words, if you never heard of the follo... [read more]
TAGS: Catalan panellets, churros, turron 
With just a few weeks till the official arrive of spring (the Spring Equinox), people have already started planning their spring and Easter breaks. The more traditional Europeans are probably contemplating a relaxing Easter break spend in the company of their loved ones, but students usually long for something more adventurous or exotic. Whether you are in search of the ultimate party destination or are hoping for an early tan, the island of Ibiza is the answer to your prayers. These Ibiza ... [read more]
Barcelona is certainly one of the most picturesque and lively cities in Europe so no wonder that its streets and monuments are always crammed with tourists. Luckily, Barcelona is big enough to allow you to breathe and discover less popular sights, beaches and restaurants. Once you’re done with exploring the central district of Barcelona and its most popular beaches, it’s time to discover some Barcelona off the beaten path attractions. It’s only then when you’ll have the fabulous Cata... [read more]
Famous for its snacks (tapas), tasty sea food dishes and full bodied red wines, Spanish cuisine also includes some delicious and very original sweets. Traditional Spanish sweets are less famous than the Spanish paella or sangria, but they are certainly among those very pleasant revelations that one usually experiences when visiting a new country. In other words, if you never heard of the following desserts, doesn’t mean they aren’t just as wonderful as other dishes in the Spanish cuisine... [read more]
Also dubbed the “Island of Eternal Spring”, the island of Tenerife is undoubtly one of Europe’s prime beach destinations. But in addition to great weather and superb beaches, the island has also been blessed with what came to represent the most visited national park in Europe: Mount Teide National Park. The volcanic peak of Mt. Teide dominates the landscape of Tenerife – with an altitude of 3718 meters, this is not only the tallest mountain in the canaries, but also the tallest in Sp... [read more]
When speaking of the gothic style and Spain, the first thing that usually comes in most people’s mind is Barcelona (and its very famous district Bari Gothic). But remarkable samples of gothic architecture can be found everywhere in Spain, for the big cities to the picturesque little villages. Not to mention that Spanish architects and masons from Middle Ages have developed their own version of the Gothic style, simply called ‘Spanish Gothic’. So if you ever travel to Spain with the tho... [read more]
With a brilliant setting in the hot and exotic southern Spain, Malaga came to be associated with the much craved for beaches and attractions on Costa del Sol – Spain’s widely popular beach destination. But there is much more about Malaga than its beaches and night clubs: with a longs and intricate history, the city has plenty to offer, both in terms of history and culture. Check out some of our favourite attractions in Malaga and plan your next trip to this amazing Spanish city:Picasso... [read more]
Flamenco is probably one of the greatest, if not the very best Spanish inventions. Even though the Spaniards can only claim only a part of the glory for having created this powerful and emotional dance/music (Spanish gypsies have played a decisive role), flamenco continues to represent a national symbol. Flamenco schools can now be found all over the world, but there’s still no better place to learn the art of flamenco dancing and singing than Andalucía, the birth place of flamenco. The f... [read more]
Spain is certainly a country with a long and fascinating history; and compared to many European countries, it's also a true record holder in terms of old churches, castles and historic monuments. Even though its Moorish masterpieces and its picturesque villages are usually the type of historical attraction preferred by tourists, one must not neglect the great number of impressive Roman ruins in Spain. During the glorious times of the Roman Empire, Spain was a Roman province, hence the numero... [read more]
A favourite beach destination for Northern Europeans, the Canary Islands represent one of Spain’s greatest assets in terms of tourism. Actually, tourism is the main industry on these islands, which are not only blessed with lovely beaches and pleasant climate, but also offer various attractions and activities to the fun-hungry tourist. As we all know quite well, the risk of getting bored can be quite high during a beach vacation. It might not be the case of Canary Islands nevertheless: c... [read more]
Even if you won’t be able to get a tan or swim into the Mediterranean Sea, it might still be a good idea to visit Spain in winter. A first argument is that, even in the middle of winter, temperatures will still be bearable and considerably higher than in Northern Europe, especially in Southern Spain. With the tourists hordes gone, you’ll have plenty of time and space to visit Andalucía’s impressive monuments and sights at your own pace. In addition to being very mild, winters in Spain... [read more]
