Last updated on February 12th, 2024 at 07:30 pmThis past March, Bell and I celebrated our 7 year wedding anniversary at the lovely Tinakilly Manor House in Wicklow, Ireland. The beautifully preserved Victorian mansion is a stark contrast from today’s cookie cutter hotels, while still providing a luxurious stay at a surprisingly affordable price. Their…
A popular excursion for many tourists in the south of Spain is a day trip to Tangier, Morocco.
Bell and I booked a tour through a local travel agency while staying with friends on the Spanish/US Naval base in Rota, Spain.
The guided tour included the ferry ride from Tarifa, Spain to Tangier (which takes 1 hour and 15 minutes each way), guided bus tour of the Tangier area, lunch in a local restaurant, and guided walking tour of the city.
Here are tips, along with some pros and cons if you’re considering whether a day trip to Tangier, Morocco is worth it, especially on a large guided tour.
Last updated on June 7th, 2013 at 05:10 pmPlanning to visit Spain’s Andalusia region and indulge in sangria everywhere you go? Well, you might be disappointed, as we discovered that it’s not typical in the region. Luckily they have tinto de verano, a great alternative to sangria.
Last updated on December 18th, 2022 at 07:40 pmThis past weekend, Dublin’s Liffy river and docklands were overrun with tall ships and spectators. It was a festival atmosphere as an estimated 500,000 people visited on Saturday alone to see some magnificent ships, listen to live music, ride carnival rides, shop and eat just about anything…
Last updated on June 5th, 2024 at 01:45 pmI’m so hungry I could eat a horse! It’s a common expression but many people wouldn’t think to try horse. Sometimes we unknowingly eat it. If you’re game to eat horse meat in Dublin, you can likely find it at the Temple Bar Food Market. Temple Bar…
