Category: Spain

Cold Weather Means Churros Con Chocolate in Barcelona

As fall arrives and the cold weather creeps in, people throughout Spain stand in line at the neighborhood churrería. While living in Barcelona, I came to appreciate these fried treats, that mark the change in seasons and quickly learned that it’s never a bad time for churros. I’ve had them...

Spain Bucket List: 11 Unusual Things to do Before You Die

Spain is one of the largest countries in Europe with each region and city unique from the next. The culture, food, beaches, and architecture are just a few reasons visitors are drawn to the country year after year. This Spain bucket list isn’t like the rest. It’s for those...

The Ultimate Guide to Maresme, Barcelona’s Overlooked Coastal Neighbor

The spectacular region of Maresme is located just north of Barcelona, but doesn’t receive hoards of visitors like the Catalan capital. Seaside villages, natural parks, rocky coves, and fabulous eateries are just a few things that make a trip here worthwhile. Each of the 16 coastal towns feature expansive...

A Guide to the Best Camino de Ronda Day Hikes Across Costa Brava

The stunning area of Costa Brava in Catalonia stretches from Blanes to the French border. The 200 kilometer (125 mile) Camino de Ronda coastal trail (Camí de Ronda in Catalan) is extremely popular with residents and visitors who want to fully enjoy the area. Camino de Ronda day hikes are perfect...

6 Ways Living in Barcelona Changed My Life

In 2014 I picked up my things and moved from the U.S. to Barcelona without knowing even a sentence in Spanish. I ended up living there for over three years taking trips to other cities throughout the country in my spare time. Needless to say Barcelona changed my life...