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Easter Week in Spain: A Moving encounter far from Seville.

Easter Week in Spain: A Moving encounter far from Seville.

Holy Week in Valladolid After a week of fresh mountain air, long hikes, and starry skies in the Picos de Europa with my honey and our dog, I thought I was ready to head back to city life in Madrid. But Easter Week in Spain has a way of pulling you into unexpected...
Hidden Gems in Madrid: The Enigmatic Fallen Angel of Retiro

Hidden Gems in Madrid: The Enigmatic Fallen Angel of Retiro

Tucked away in Madrid’s iconic Parque del Retiro lies a secret that whispers both myth and art—an extraordinary bronze fountain crowned by the Fallen Angel. Perched precisely 666 meters above sea level (yes, you read that right!), this masterpiece by Ricardo Bellver...
Exploring Toledo: Rick Steves’ Monday Night Travel interview

Exploring Toledo: Rick Steves’ Monday Night Travel interview

The coffee is ready, a little snack is at hand, and the house feels warm and cozy. In the wee hours of Monday, I am ready for a live interview on Rick Steves’ Monday Night Travel. I am excited to talk about Toledo and share some insights. For those unfamiliar,...
Visiting Spain: You will notice Spanish door knobs!

Visiting Spain: You will notice Spanish door knobs!

¿Modernism in Barcelona? ¿Museums in Madrid? ¿Flamenco in Seville? Visiting Spain is not only about exploring museums, beautiful landscapes, or stunning examples of Spanish architecture. Food, culture, and people are great. Being away from home, your eyes are bigger...