After living in Spain for 10+ years, there’s only one way I know how to eat like a local…and that’s by eating at a local’s home! 😜 I’m talking about those traditional homemade dishes they love…the ones they prepare during family gatherings, the ones that have been passed down over generations. That’s the only way (in…
Travel in Spain
4 Days in Valencia: Top tips for visiting Valencia with toddlers
My family visits us in Spain every year during Christmas. They’re quite familiar with Sanlúcar (our home), so this year we decided to plan a mini getaway to someplace new. Last year I chose Galicia (a bad idea in winter, especially with sick kids) so this time I opted for a sunny and warm destination….
What to know before attending Sanlúcar’s Ruta de Mosto
If you find yourself in Sanlúcar de Barrameda during November or December, I highly recommend making a few stops along the unofficial Ruta de Mosto (Mosto Route). You’ll find cheap wine, great food, and plenty of flamenco music. This article is now available as a mobile app. Go to GPSmyCity to download the app for…
Top tips for visiting Puerto Sherry in Puerto de Santa Maria
My family has been visiting Puerto Sherry for years (it’s just 30 mins from Sanlúcar). We love the area so much we recently purchased an apartment overlooking the marina. 😍 Below you’ll find my personal recommendations I share with family and friends staying at our place in Puerto Sherry. If you have any questions, just leave…
Everything you need to know about Semana Santa in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Semana Santa or Holy Week is one of Spain’s most interesting traditions. It takes place every year during the last week of lent and ends on Easter Sunday. Each city has their own unique twist on this centuries-old tradition, with Seville being the most famous of them all. However, if you want to experience this…
Feria in Andalusia 2025: What to know before buying your first flamenco dress
How much do flamenco dresses cost? What accessories do you need? 🤔 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…
The top 10 free things to do in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Three words come to mind when describing Sanlúcar de Barrameda: bueno, bonito y barato—good, beautiful and cheap! 😉 I moved to Sanlúcar over 10 years ago, and this post contains my go-to list of free activities for when family and friends come to visit. 👉 This article is now available as a mobile app. Go to GPSmyCity to…
Cadizfornia with kids: Visiting Sotogrande, Castellar, Tarifa & El Palmar
“Am I brave, or just insane?” 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 “10 minute walk to the center” advertised on the website seemed to be more of a hike than I’d…
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 González Byass Bodega (Tío Pepe). Over 14,000 people attend the Pasarela Flamenca from Thursday to Sunday; it’s ideal for anyone looking to learn more about flamenco culture and the local…
3 Day getaway to Barceló 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 Sanlúcar de Barrameda, which means there are lots of great places nearby. We decided to book a few nights…