I love traveling around Europe, especially when I know I’ve gotten a sweet deal on the flights! My first year living in Spain I went to 9 countries in 9 months (and twice as many cities) all on the budget of a recent college graduate. How did I do it? You’re about to find out! Let’s start…
Where to stay in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Sanlúcar de Barrameda is a beautiful coastal city in the province of Cadíz, Spain. If you’re planning a trip to Sanlúcar it’s important to stay in a centrally located neighborhood. Below we’ll go over 3 of Sanlúcar’s central neighborhoods and some great rentals and hotels you can stay at! Also, if this is your first time…
20 Fantastic & free things to do and see in London
I travel to London several times a year and have become a bit of an enthusiast of free tourism! London is one of the most expensive cities in Europe, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune to see the city. Below I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite spots (as…
6 Things you should see in Miami
When someone mentions the word “Miami” I automatically think of Cuban sandwiches and nightclubs…but aside from the staple food items and party scene this city has so much to offer! As a Floridian, the last few times I visited the city I really missed out on some of the must-see neighborhoods as I mistakenly…
Getting to Sanlúcar de Barrameda by bus, train, or plane
With a population of about 70,000 people (140,000 in summer) Sanlúcar de Barrameda is considered a mid-sized city. We don’t have our own airport or train station but getting to Sanlúcar is relatively easy—it’s conveniently located near large cities with good transport connections. Apart from the options listed below, another way for getting between cities (without…
Carnaval de Cádiz: What I wish I had known before going!
Carnaval de Cádiz is said to be the third largest carnival celebration in the world after Rio de Janeiro and Trinidad…and it’s definitely something to witness. Carnaval usually takes place within the first 2 -3 weeks of February every year. I’ve attended carnaval in Cádiz, Lanzarote (Puerto del Carmen) and Sanlúcar and there are some things…
4 Famous neighborhoods you need to see in Lisbon
After staying in Lagos we headed up to Lisbon. If you’re driving be prepared to pay for the toll-booths (it cost us about 20 euros). My little brother and his friends took the direct bus and met us at the apartment, the bus ended up being quicker (and cheaper)! Baixa If you’re planning to…
Visiting Greece: Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, and Nafplion
My family and I recently spent 6 days, 5 nights in Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora and Nafplion. This was my third trip to Greece and this time I wanted to make sure we avoided the summer crowds. We planned our trip for December and based on our experience winter was the perfect time to visit…
Christmas in Seville
What is the best time of year to visit Seville? Winter and Spring are my favorite times to be in Seville! In winter is there are less tourists which means no waiting in line to see attractions like the Cathedral, Alcazar Palace, Seta, Plaza de España, etc. Also, it’s never gets too cold so it’s a…
Don’t miss out on the Ruta del Mosto in Sanlúcar de Barrameda!
Sanlúcar de Barrameda is known as a summer destination by Spaniards and tourists alike, but one of my favorite events of the year happens in autumn—the Ruta del Mosto. What is the Ruta de Mosto? Starting in early November Sanlúcar’s Barrio Alto (uptown) is full of locals, live music, and wine! Mosto is a local wine that…