europe
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New Year’s Concert at Grand Teatre del Liceu
A European New Year’s Day tradition at Grand Teatre del Liceu lifts the spirits with Strauss waltzes, polkas, and more. Continue reading
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Madrid Mashup
How does one wrap up a two-month journey through Spain? There is no guidebook for that. For us, it was a mashup of some of our favorite things in Madrid, along with down time to wander less-touristed side-streets. Being our… Continue reading
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Astronomic Gastronomic
Beyond its “jamon,” Spain has several distinct gastronomy traditions and some incredibly revolutionary cuisine. We’ve found some stunning expressions of culinary creativity along the way, especially in Barcelona, but also in Granada, Ronda, Malaga, and Ubeda. Some of our Barcelona… Continue reading
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Christmas in Catalonia
Bon Nadal! Feliz Navidad! City by city, the Christmas light competition across Spain is fierce. Since the streets lit up Dec. 1, we’ve enjoyed a full month of Christmas light displays across a half dozen major cities in Spain (photos… Continue reading
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Crossing the Iberian Peninsula
Southern Spain’s natural parks, white towns (pueblos blancos), and cultural traditions are the true rulers of the Iberian Peninsula. We journeyed five days by car between Malaga and Seville, stopping at – some expected, and some unexpected – places along… Continue reading
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Malaga Mucho Mejor
It’s clear to see why Malaga is a European vacation hot spot – there is so much to do downtown and at national parks nearby, and the shopping and entertainment, while geared to the docked cruise chicos, has something for… Continue reading
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Caminito del Rey
It’s hard to imagine that tennis shoes, water, and a ticket booked far in advance, will suffice to walk what was once named the world’s most dangerous trail. The “little king” Caminito del Rey 7.7 km trail hangs 100 feet… Continue reading
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Dia de la Virgen Inmaculada
Bells chime, choirs sing, masses are held, and processions process leading up to the Day of the Immaculate Conception in Granada, Dec. 8 – also a national holiday. We experienced first-hand the beautiful tradition of the procession of Mary into… Continue reading
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