It was starting to get a little embarrassing, living in Spain and never visiting the capital city. When I first moved here, my husband and I would take every opportunity to travel to other countries. I wanted to visit Madrid, but with limited holiday time, it always seemed to get bumped for something else. However, during the tale end of the pandemic, we finally made the journey, and we had one of our best family…
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Bilbao
Had I known Bilbao was such a rainy city, I might have ended up here five years ago on my first trip to Spain. Due to Bilbao’s proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, it has a temperate climate, never too hot or too cold. I am a definite lover of rain…
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Top 10 Restaurants in Barcelona
They might surprise you… Probably one of the most controversial things you can do in any popular vegan/vegetarian restaurant scene is claim to have curated a list of the best restaurants. The best to whom or for what? The perfect restaurant experience for one is not always the same for…
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Top Ten things to Do and See in Barcelona, Spain
Note:In recent years, Barcelona has experienced growing tensions around tourism, largely due to housing shortages and the impact of disruptive visitor behavior. Understandably, many locals have voiced their concerns. However, if you’re a traveler drawn to art, culture, and good food rather than nightlife chaos, you’ll find that Barcelona still…
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PortAventura – Where to Stay and Eat!
Are you planning a trip to PortAventura? Or maybe this is the first you’ve heard of the exciting destination that will have you smiling and wondering when you can return? Well, we have now visited three times and we love it. Along with my dreams of being a fabulous tour…
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A Perfect Afternoon in Gràcia, Barcelona
I feel very fortunate to have many photos of beautiful meals, cakes, cookies, and vistas. We are lucky that in Spain and Europe in general, there is a rich history of beauty and craftsmanship. An exquisite cake, car, kitchen tile, or fabric, the very best from artists and artisans, is…
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I live in Spain, and these are my stories…
I never dreamed of living in Spain, but now I can’t imagine living anywhere else. Although I have always been aware of Spain, it was never a desired destination. My well-traveled granny had shown me incredible photos of Cadiz’s dancing horses, and that piqued my interest. Still, ultimately, I dreamed…
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Discover Empuriabrava: The Venice of Spain on the Costa Brava
What a wonderful little slice of heaven on earth. Empuriabrava is a unique vacation destination on the Costa Brava, Spain. Located less than 2 hours from Barcelona and an hour from the French border, this area is known for its breathtaking views, beaches and canals. Some call it the Venice…
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The Sophisticated Lady from Seville
This outfit is inspired by a lady I saw a few years ago in Seville. She was so classy and stylish and I promised myself I would be as fashionable as her one day… Pia Up-Cycled Vegan Leather Block Heel Mules – Cream by Collection and Co The L Vegan…