Costa Del Sol, Spain’s Charming Vacation Destinations

Costa del Sol translates to “Coast of the Sun” in Spanish. The popular vacation destination comprises coastal towns and communities in Andalusia. Sandy beaches, year-round sunshine, vibrant towns and delicious Andalusian cuisine make it a fantastic vacation destination.

Incredible Spanish Market Food in Barcelona

Last updated on February 24th, 2019 at 12:34 am  These images were captured at the La Boqueria market in the heart of Barcelona, right off the famed avenue of La Rambla. The food selection and quality in Barcelona is incredible, albeit there are definitely some places to give a miss. In general steer clear of…

Barcelona Card Worth it to Explore the City?

Last updated on November 18th, 2020 at 12:45 amPlanning a trip to Barcelona and wondering whether the Barcelona Card is worth buying? We recently visited Barcelona for an academic conference and our 9 year wedding anniversary, in a lovely stay that totaled 6 days. When not working, we had a fantastic time exploring inspiring Gaudi’s…

Madrid, The European City That Never Sleeps

Last updated on December 10th, 2022 at 06:35 pmWhile Barcelona is a beautiful city with great nightlife, the city pretty much shuts down on Sunday night. Contrast this with Madrid, which is as lively on Sunday night as it is every other night of the week. This past January we visited Spain’s capital and found…

Renting Tips for Europe

Last updated on March 23rd, 2019 at 01:53 amFinding an apartment in your own city can be a nightmare, let alone a foreign country! But if you’ve decided to take the plunge and move abroad here are some renting tips for Europe, particularly particularly if you’re planning a move to the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Germany, the…