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...
Free Things to do in Barcelona That Aren’t Museums
If you’re traveling on a tight budget, don’t worry! There is a great selection of free things to do in Barcelona. It’s such a lively city, so free activities aren’t just limited to a day at the museum. Here are my top picks, and they aren’t just activities for...
A Quick Guide to Castellers: Human Towers, a Catalan Tradition
The casteller tradition, specific to the region of Catalonia, Spain is said to have originated during the 18th century near Tarragona, where different colla (teams of castellers) began competing against one another to see who could create the tallest human castle possible. In 2010, castells were added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural...
Girona: Exploring the Spring Flower Festival, Temps de Flors
The Temps de Flors (Time of Flowers) festival in Girona is held every year in May for two weekends. The old part of the city (Barri Vell) is transformed with beautiful flower displays and homages to Mother Nature and the spring season. My favorite part of the festival is...
A Local’s Guide to May Day in Hawaii
As the saying goes, “May Day is Lei Day in Hawai‘i Nei”. May 1 is always a beautiful day of the year filled with tropical flowers and amazing, delicately crafted lei. The Hawaiian lei is a typical symbol of Hawai‘i, just as well-known around the world as aloha shirts, surfing...