Mariela around the world

what to do in the Cádiz province (Playa Faro de Trafalgar)

Spain

What to do in the Cádiz province (Costa de la Luz): Barbate, Tarifa, Trafalgar & Vejer

Andalusia, Cádiz province, Destinations, Europe, Spain, Travel, Travel Guides

Located in the southernmost tip of Spain, in the region of Andalucía, the Cádiz province holds many treasures, from unspoilt beaches along the Costa de la Luz, to charming whitewashed villages with a Moorish twist such as Barbate, Tarifa or Vejer de la Frontera. Ready to discover what to see and do in the Cádiz province, where to eat the delicious local gastronomy and where to stay? Keep on reading for more details!

Spain

Top things to do in Sierra de Aracena (Huelva): travel guide + map

Andalusia, Destinations, Europe, Huelva province, Spain, Travel, Travel Guides

Ready to escape to tranquility? Located in the Huelva province, in southern Spain, the mountain range known as Sierra de Aracena might not rank first on your travel bucket list. However, you might change your mind after reading this blog post. In this travel guide, I will walk you through the top things you can see and do in this peaceful area, from visiting picturesque whitewashed villages to where to sleep or eat the local specialty product: Jabugo ham. Let's dive into it!

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France

The perfect summer day trip: Bidart & Biarritz

Destinations, Europe, France, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Travel

Although this route is perfect for a summer day trip, it will also amaze you if you do it in any other season. Both Bidart and Biarritz are beautiful, so I'm sure you won't be disappointed by these couple of French towns by the Atlantic coast! Ready to feel those wanderlust vibes?

Switzerland

Our latest foodie creations

Destinations, Europe, Food, Recipes, Switzerland, Travel

We're having a good time in Geneva this summer. The weather is being very nice and sunny (occasionally extremely hot) and we're enjoying having breakfast and dinner in our balcony.

Cala Fornells is one of the main attractions in Mallorca

Spain

Another year, another summer in Mallorca

Balearic Islands, Destinations, Europe, Mallorca, Spain, Travel

I have been coming to Mallorca every other year during the summer, together with my family, for the last 10 years or so. Although we know this Spanish island pretty well, we always discover new places and things to do.

June 30th in Irún - the festivity of San Marcial

Spain

Summer at home

Basque Country, Destinations, Europe, Food, France, Guipúzcoa, Navarre, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Spain, Travel

Find out about my summer at home reading these posts (in Spanish):

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (I): San Marcial

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (II): boda, playa y demás planes

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (III): bodas y más reencuentros

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (IV): por el interior del País Vasco francés (+ despedidas)

You'll also find pictures of some of my favorite places in the Basque Country, stories of traditional festivities, wedding celebrations and delicious foodie recommendations!