Granada travel guide: best things to see and do in 24 hours
Located in the southern region of Andalucía, the Spanish city of Granada is relatively small. However, it offers plenty of attractions to sightsee, from marvelous heritage dating back to the Moorish times, to delicious food worth trying. Luckily, you can do all this in a single day. In this travel guide, you will find the best things to see and do in 24 hours in Granada (Spain). Let's jump right in!
9 things to see and do in Alexandria (Virginia)
Located by the Potomac river and a short distance away from Washington DC, Alexandria is a historic town worth visiting in Virginia. Below you will find 9 things to see and do in Alexandria along with a map pinpointing all the locations mentioned in this post. Enjoy!
Barcelona travel guide
Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain, right after Madrid. With over 1.5 million inhabitants, it is the capital of Cataluña, a northeastern region located by the Mediterranean Sea but also bordering on France. Barcelona is one of the most popular options when visiting the country thanks to its touristic attractions, its mild climate and its delicious food. Read this Barcelona travel guide to learn more about what to see and do, where to eat and sleep and much more.
Where to eat and drink in Barcelona: my favorite spots (+map)
You know that I love food and discovering the local specialties in every destination that I visit. This occasion is no exception and in this eating guide, I'll share with you my favorite spots to eat and drink in Barcelona, including the regional specialties, bars, cafeterias and patisseries, markets, restaurants and much more. At the end of this post, you will also find a map with every location mentioned here. Ready to start this mouthwatering tour?
Rome travel guide (+map)
Rome, the Italian capital, is a fascinating city with so many things to see and do that it could literally take you a lifetime to cover it all. To keep it simple, I´ve prepared this Rome travel guide so you know exactly what to see and do, where to eat and sleep and how to get around the Eternal City. At the end of this post, I´ve included a map with all the locations mentioned throughout this post.
The best panoramic views of Rome
12 things to see and do in Rome
Rome (also known as Roma in Italian or the Eternal City) is the imposing capital of Italy. You could literally spend a lifetime exploring its fantastic ruins, monumental fountains, and breathtaking churches as there are endless attractions, but here's my shortlist of the 12 things you should see and do in Rome. Ready to get started?
How to list your place as a touristic apartment in Guipúzcoa
The online world offers endless opportunities to earn money, and making your home available is certainly a good way to do so. If you're interested in learning how to list your place as a touristic apartment in Guipúzcoa (Spain), I'll be walking you through my own experience with this process. Let's dig into it!
Itinerary around the French Basque Country
Nestled in between the Atlantic coast and the mountains, the French Basque Country (also known as Iparralde) features idyllic villages and landscapes. Located in the Nouvelle Aquitaine region, just across the border from Spain, I am sure you will fall in love with this area. Keep on reading to learn where to go, what to see and do throughout the coastal and countryside villages. Are you ready for this itinerary around the French Basque Country?
Lessons after buying and renovating my apartment in Irún (Spain)
After being an expat for many years, life brought me back to my hometown in Irún. Shortly after, I decided to start looking for my own place. Today marks exactly one year since I moved into my new apartment. On this occasion, I wanted to reflect on what I've learned during these months, from searching and buying the perfect apartment, to renovating it from scratch. For those decoration lovers out there, I've also included plenty of before and after pictures to show you the transformation of the property. In case you're interested in buying or renovating an apartment in Spain, I trust these tips will be helpful!
Camino de Santiago: hiking from Irún to Deba along the ‘Camino del Norte’
For centuries, the 'Camino de Santiago' has been a captivating experience for people taking on this pilgrimage route. During three days this summer, I had the chance of joining some friends along the first stages of the Camino del Norte, from Irún to Deba. Keep on reading to learn more about the Camino, our hiking itinerary and some tips that might help you plan accordingly. At the end of this post you will also find a map with all the locations mentioned here.
The Alarde in Irún: ‘fiestas’ of San Pedro & San Marcial
Traditions close to one's heart can be hardly put in writing. So many words come to my mind when I think of June 30th, the day of San Marcial: passion, pride, emotion, memories. This is by far my favorite day of the year, the one we wait for all year long in my hometown of Irún. Curious to learn more about the traditional military parade known as Alarde? Then keep on reading.
