Every April 23rd, the streets of my city, Barcelona, fill with red roses and book stands, for a celebration steeped in history. Have you heard about Sant Jordi Day? It’s one of the most beautiful festivals in Catalonia and the most romantic….
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Forget basket-wielding bunnies and gorging yourself silly on chocolate, Easter in Spain is a sombre affair. The whole week of Semana Santa (Holy Week) is passionately celebrated with religious processions, masses and music. The festivities begin on Domingo de Ramos (Palm Sunday)…
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Stunning beaches, warm weather almost all year round and amazing food might be some of the things that come to your mind when you think about Spain, not to mention the great fiestas you can find!Urban cities like Barcelona and Madrid meet…
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How to find the best hostels in Ibiza for your trip Ibiza is always a good idea. The beautiful beach landscapes combined with amazing nightlife and relaxed vibe make it a dream destination. Maybe it’s because of its hippie past (Ibiza was…
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Ibiza may be a small Balearic Island but when it comes to beaches it’s certainly not lacking. From white sandy coves ideal for catching the sunset, to abandoned bays steeped in fabled myth, The White Isle has something to suit the needs…
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There are plenty of reasons to love Spain and they go well beyond our fondness for fiestas, siestas, and paella – although they will always hold a special place in our hearts. From the French influenced Basque region in the North, right…
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Spain. It’s the country of amazing beaches, bustling towns and cities, incredible wine and probably (read: definitely) the best food in the world. A place where everything shuts down when it gets too hot so you can legitimately go home and nap!…
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You desperately want to make a road trip in Northern Spain (very good choice) but you don’t know where, how or when to start? No worries, we’ve got your back. We asked some of the best Spanish bloggers and travellers that actually…
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Oh Spain, land of sun, sea, flamenco, fiesta and siesta. But what else do you know about this country? We bet you want to make the most of your stay by avoiding tourist traps, stretching your money and adapting to the Spanish lifestyle!…
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Tour guides? Say what? As backpackers, we want to get the biggest bang for our miniscule budget. We wander the streets on our own and look for hidden gems that don’t normally make the popular guide books. A quick search on wikipedia or popular travel sites can give us a good idea of the popular […]
