Spain is one of those places I keep coming back to. From the energy in Madrid to lazy days on the Costa del Sol, and volcanic beaches in the Canaries, there’s just something about how life is lived here, late, loud, and always with good food close by.
On my blog, I’m sharing some of my favorite spots, what I’ve been eating, and the places that stood out along the way. Whether you’re into cities, coastlines, or little mountain villages you find by accident, Spain’s got you covered.
It was Sunday morning, and we were craving freshly fried churros and a cup of thick hot chocolate. Churrería Rosa was nearby, a small place we’d found online and heard …
Calle Larios is impossible to miss when you’re in Málaga. The wide pedestrian street runs straight from the harbor into the historic center and works as the city’s natural meeting …
People eat late in Spain, so before it was time for dinner, Steve, my mom, and I went for a short evening walk around Ronda. We started by crossing the …
When I was in Malaga with Trine and her friends, we more or less stumbled into Mesón Ibérico by accident. It was dinner time, the tiny tapas bar was completely …
La Piconera in Ronda was the very first place we ate after arriving in town in the middle of the night. It was lunchtime the next day, and even though …
After a late breakfast on the balcony, where we sat longer than planned with our coffee and the view of the gorge, we finally headed out to explore Ronda. The …
We arrived in Ronda in the middle of the night, so the first real day started at a very relaxed pace. Steve had flown in from the US and was …
I love tapas and that wonderful way of eating where you meet over a glass of wine and a few small dishes, and suddenly hours have passed without anyone noticing. …
Morro Jable is a quaint little beach town in the southernmost part of Fuerteventura. It is a popular place to stay for tourists, but it feels touristy in a completely …
When I was working as a tourist rep in Marbella more than 20 years ago, I often drove to Mijas Pueblo on my days off.Even though I’ve been wanting to …
Sicasumbre is a popular stargazing location in Fuerteventura. It’s renowned for its incredibly clear skies, making it a favorite for astronomy enthusiasts and photographers. Though Sicasumbre is also a fantastic …
In Morro Jable, we had lunch at La Bodega de Jandia, which is a popular tapas bar a short walk from the beach. I had seen online that it was …
Finding the right place to stay in Spain is part of the experience. There are so many beautiful spots to choose from, long stretches of beach, vibrant big cities, charming old towns, and quiet countryside escapes. No matter where you go, great food is never far away, and there is always something to see, taste, or explore. Whether you’re dreaming of a beach hotel with sea views, a stylish city stay, or a cozy base for road trips and day trips, Spain has options for every kind of trip. Click the link below to browse hotels across Spain and find a place that fits the way you like to travel.
One of the things that surprised me the most about Fuerteventura was how easy it is to find good restaurants, even in more touristy areas. Dining out is inexpensive, and …
Although Corralejo is not the capital of Fuerteventura, it is probably the city, where you find the most tourists, with all that entails. This is the place to stay, if …
The beach at La Pared is probably one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Fuerteventura. It is wild and untamed, with high cliffs and big waves, and it …
On our way back from Corralejo, we stopped at a supermarket, Mercadona, to shop for the in-room tapas dinner, we had planned for the night. I love visiting grocery stores …
One of the days, we drove over to Costa Calma in our rental car, to have dinner at Al Fresco, which is a restaurant that just opened a couple of …
Apart from the restaurant in the hotel, there were only a few other cafes and restaurants in La Pared. We tried Café Caveto one of the days, and it was …
We wanted to get the most out of our last day with a rental car, so for dinner, we drove down to La Lajita, which is a small village on …
Just across the street from our hotel is the cutest little cafe, Café Caveto. As I mentioned before, our hotel (La Pared powered by Playitas) is in-the-middle-of-nowhere a bit remote, …
In Fuerteventura, Sister T and I stayed at La Pared Powered by Playitas, a resort located in the small village of La Pared on the island’s west coast. If you’re …
When Mende woke up, we met at Taberna la Carmencita for dinner. I had also had breakfast at Taberna la Carmencita, but it was so good, I wanted to show Mende …
Mercado de San Miguel is probably the most popular market in Madrid, but I had also heard a lot of nice things about the smaller Mercado de San Antón near …
While walking around the area, we also passed La Casa del Abuelo, which is a tapas bar famous for seafood in general and gambas al ajillo (shrim with garlic) in …