There are countless reasons why Madrid can be counted among Europe's most visited cities, and excellent food is certainly one of them. The Spanish capital has a record number of Michelin awarded restaurants, and it is also the city with the oldest restaurant in Europe.A true heaven for foodies, Madrid is great for indulging on Spanish cuisine, but also a great place to look for some of Europe's most famous chefs and best gourmet restaurants. In today's guide we have included some of the ... [ read more ]
Okay, so you have arrived in Granada, seen its architectural marvels, strolled along its historic streets. You still have a few days to spend in this splendid Andalusian city and you are out of ideas. Don't worry, there are plenty of things to do and experience here, so there are actually very little chances to get bored.Traveling with kids might seem to complicate things apparently, but that's just an illusion - or at least when it comes to Granada. Granada can be very kid-friendly if y... [ read more ]
A romantic weekend in Madrid can be the perfect gift for that very special person in you life. Madrid might not be generally regarded as a romantic city (not to the same extent as Paris, anyway), yet there is indeed a very romantic side of it waiting to be explored. This is why in today's post we have complied a few tips for planning a romantic Madrid escape.Being romantic in Madrid is not difficult when you have chosen the perfect hotel, made reservation to the best restaurants and made... [ read more ]
Here's a thought on your Easter break: why not spend it somewhere warm? Somewhere where traditions have been solemnly carried out for centuries, where it is warm enough for a picnic by the sea, and where people are always cheerful...Somewhere like Ibiza.Ibiza, the party island, goes through a radical transformation around Easter. Like in many parts of Spain, Semana Santa manifestations are held in Ibiza. In parallel with these, a new party season starts, as clubs open up their doors to s... [ read more ]
Spring (especially the months of April and May) is a great time to visit the city of Barcelona. Although Barcelona winters are not harsh, people do tend to be more active and outgoing in spring. As soon as the spring arrives and the weather gets warm, Barcelona becomes the stage of numerous events, from open air concerts to the traditional Easter manifestations. Barcelona beaches come back to life, as both locals and tourists go here in search for sunlight and fresh air.As for some speci... [ read more ]
One of the unwritten rules of traveling says that the more popular a city, the bigger the prices that tourists are expected to pay. If this is true, than we should expect Barcelona, one of the most visited European cities, to be quite expensive. Which is not necessarily true. I mean, yeah, Barcelona can be quite pricey, but it also has a very budget-friendly side - which you can easily take advantage of if you know a few tricks. This is why I believe my guide to cheap transport around Barcel... [ read more ]
If you are lucky enough to be visiting Barcelona and spend there at least one week, then sooner or later you will start wondering what is there to find outside the city's limits. Well, the truth is that the vicinities of Barcelona can be just as gorgeous as the city itself. Also, the transport network that connects the Catalan capital to the neighboring attractions makes it quite easy to plan some memorable day trips around Barcelona. As for the possible destinations of these day trips, ... [ read more ]
With the grandiose Alhambra is its landmark attraction, Granada enjoys a constant flow of tourists, who are ready to travel all the way to the city in Southern Spain just to admire the Moorish works of art. And those for had the chance to awe at the marvels of Granada will confirm that it is worth the effort.Of course, even if you just want to see the Alhambra, chances are that you will still have to spend at least one night in Granada. But this is usually no problem, as there are plenty... [ read more ]
With a laid-back atmosphere and plenty of bars, restaurants and nightclubs, Madrid has long earned its place among Europe's best party destinations. A night out in Madrid usually happens in two stages: stage 1 - meet you friends for some tapas and a couple of beers (cerveza); stage 2 - hit the dance floor in a trendy club. Of course, this is not what Madrid nightlife is all about. Some people prefer concerts to dancing and live music to DJ sessions, but even so, Madrid won't disappoint them.... [ read more ]
There few other places where one can get such an authentic grasp of medieval Spain as in Seville. This historic city in the heart of Andalusia is home to some of the most incredible architectural works and traditional manifestations. However, all this historic appeal might sound less appealing to families with kids, who might not be willing to spend hours, not even minutes while strolling through a museum. There's still no reason to avoid visiting this amazing city. There are actually plenty... [ read more ]
