How much do flamenco dresses cost? What accessories do you need? đ€ Before we dive into the details of how to create your look for feria, there are some things to know upfront. First, shops normally start gettingt new flamenco dress inventory starting in mid-February, and will continue to get new dresses weekly until the…
Best breakfast and brunch spots in SanlĂșcar de Barrameda
SanlĂșcar de Barrameda is Spain’s 2022 gastronomic capitalâŠso we should expect the city to have stellar breakfast and brunch options too, right? Personally, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day, and Iâd be lying if I said we didnât go out for breakfast or brunch in SanlĂșcar at least once a week. đłđ„ Some…
4 Things to know before attending the horse races in SanlĂșcar de Barrameda đ
The horse races in SanlĂșcar are back and better than ever! During the height of the pandemic this annual event was put on hold, but now itâs back in full swing and I couldnât be happier. There are two race cycles during the month of August, and each one lasts 3 days. The cycles take…
The top 10 free things to do in SanlĂșcar de Barrameda
Three words come to mind when describing SanlĂșcar de Barrameda: bueno, bonito y baratoâgood, beautiful and cheap! đ I moved to SanlĂșcar over 10 years ago, and this post contains my go-to list of free activities for when family and friends come to visit. đ This article is now available as a mobile app. Go to GPSmyCity to…
Cadizfornia with kids: Visiting Sotogrande, Castellar, Tarifa & El Palmar
âAm I brave, or just insane?â I thought to myself as I hauled my 20-month-old son up the side of a cliff in Tarifa at midnight. We were walking back to our amazing rental and the â10 minute walk to the centerâ advertised on the website seemed to be more of a hike than Iâd…
What to know before attending the Pasarela Flamenca in Jerez
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Pasarela Flamenca in Jerez de la Frontera. The event takes place mid-February every year at the beautiful GonzĂĄlez Byass Bodega (TĂo Pepe). Over 14,000 people attend the Pasarela Flamenca from Thursday to Sunday; itâs ideal for anyone looking to learn more about flamenco culture and the local…
3 Day getaway to BarcelĂł Punta Umbria Beach Resort with babies
With 13 month-old-twins, Javi and I are looking for “easy” travel destinations these days; places that are a short drive away, feature flat landscape (i.e. stroller-friendly), and have outdoor attractions to see. Luckily we live in SanlĂșcar de Barrameda, which means there are lots of great places nearby. We decided to book a few nights…
Hosting the twins’ âWild Oneâ safari-themed birthday in Spain
This August we celebrated Leo and Noa’s first birthday. I was excited to host a âWild Oneâ party for the twinsâcomplete with safari-themed dishes, decor and of course a smash cake inspired by photos Iâd seen on Pinterest. However, things like highchair garland are not easily attainable in Spain…so there were a few DIY (do it…
Living in Spain: 20 baby products every parent should know about
As we near the twin’s first birthday I wanted to take a moment to look back on the products that helped Javi and I maintain our sanity these past 12 months. đ Living in Spain means I don’t have easy-access to the familiar U.S. baby brands I’m accustomed to, but fear notâthere are lots of great…
U.S. travelers: What you should know before visiting Spain during COVID-19
Spain’s borders opened to international travelers this June and you best believe my parents were on the first flight out. Although we were excited they could finally visit us (and the babies) after months of waiting, the requirements for U.S. travelers going to and from Spain are confusing. That being said, they are much more lenient…