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…
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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…
What you need to know about attending feria in Spain
My first feria experience was unforgettable; the beautiful dresses, horse carriages, decorative casetas, and festive atmosphere were mesmerizing! I was instantly enamored with this event and as soon as it ended I began counting down the days until the next feria began. Cities all over Spain have their own feria (annual festivals or fairs), but the ones in Andalusia…
Weekend getaway to Málaga: El Caminito del Rey
We decided to do something a little different to celebrate the arrival of 2017! Instead of spending New Year’s Eve in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, we opted for a weekend getaway to the Sierra of Málaga. We spent the weekend completing the famous Caminito del Rey, hiking nearby trails and enjoying our beautiful surroundings. We were…
Glamping Hub for Pets: Pet Friendly & Unique Accommodation
This week my husband Javi, Pumba (our 3-year-old Chocolate Labrador) and I had the opportunity to be a part of the Glamping Hub for Pets photo shoot! For those of you who aren’t sure what glamping is, just think of it as glamourous camping. Glamping gives you an outdoor experience in a unique structure surrounded by nature (for…
Cordoba: Cruces de Mayo & Fiesta de los Patios
We got lucky in Cordoba…and by lucky I mean we got three awesome fiestas for the price of one! We traveled to Cordoba for the Fiesta de los Patios…but what I didn’t realize is that the first week of May also coincides with Los Cruces de Mayo and the Battle of the Flowers. If you’re not…
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…
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),…
Celebrating Los Reyes Magos (Three Kings)
Something I always thought was really interesting and never knew about is the tradition of the Reyes Magos (aka Three Kings who went to visit baby Jesus bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh). Traditionally Spanish children receive presents on the morning of January 6th, not on Christmas day. This tradition seems to make more…
Everything you need to know about Lagos, Portugal
Lagos is about 4 hours driving from Sanlúcar de Barrameda and 3 hours from Sevilla. It’s home to some of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen (they’re definitely a fair rival to the Greek Isles) and it’s a great spot to party! You can take a bus from Seville to Lagos—it costs about €20 each way and the…