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. Getting to Sanlúcar from Madrid by train Some people prefer to take the train from…
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…
Everything you need to know about the horse races in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
The annual horse races in Sanlúcar de Barrameda are famous throughout Spain and attract locals, tourists, and celebrities alike! It’s a unique event because the horses run on the sand and the race dates are chosen based on the days that have the lowest tide. The races are split into two cycles—the first in early August and the…
Where to eat in Sanlúcar de Barrameda: El Centro, Bajo de Guía, & Barrio Alto
I’ll be honest…one of the main reasons I wanted to move back to Sanlúcar de Barrameda from Seville is the food! The restaurants in Sanlúcar are the epitome of the Mediterranean diet—light dishes, lots of olive oil, local veggies, homemade breads, and let’s not forget fresh seafood. Below you’ll find a list of my favorite…
Vacation in Cadíz: 3 Beautiful Beach Bars you need to see
The Secret Chiringuitos of Cadíz Sanlúcar de Barrameda is located in the province of Cadíz, and one of the best things about vacationing (and living) in the Costa de la Luz is having easy access to the beach. In coastal towns there are many businesses and attractions that only open during summer (tourism season),…
Scotland: Edinburgh and the Highlands in 3 days
Visiting Edinburgh in August This past week I visited Edinburgh with my family – we were only in town for a few days so we tried our best to see as much as possible! Our trip was planned for early August which also happens to be the city’s biggest tourism month of the year…