Tag Archives: Spain

Curious in Menorca (Minorca)

Cova d’en Xoroi @Cala en Porter

For some time I had Menorca on the bucket list. Actually, it was the salesperson of a Pou Nou store in Mallorca, who told us that their clothing brand was originally from Menorca and that the little island (695.7 km² vs. Mallorca’s 3,640 km²) was worthwhile a visit. You can also check my Sneak Peak Curious in Mallorca for tips on the larger island … […]

Through Castilla y León: Valladolid-Salamanca-Avila-Segovia

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View from the Alcázar, Segovia

After the delightful wine tour through the Rivera del Duero–all detailed in my Sneak Peek Curious in the Rivera del Duero)–we continued with a fascinating road trip through the lands of Isabel I de Castilla y León, also known as Isabel la Católica (1451-1504).  Almost in her footprints, this is a route for foodies who also have a weakness for history. […]

Curious in Sevilla (Seville)

 

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When I posted the Foodie Route ‘Along the Costa de la Luz of Cádiz’, I mentioned that I would come back with more about fascinating Andalucía (Andalusia).  I chose this time:  Sevilla, its enchanting capital.  It is the third most visited Spanish city after Barcelona and Madrid.  If you have not been there, add it to your bucket list! […]

The Rioja, Where Each Wine Has a Story to Tell

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Rioja Alavesa

If you hear about Rioja, you immediately think about wine.  This is nothing new; already in ancient times (20 AD) Romans indulged themselves, having wine shipped from Rioja to Rome! […]

The Basque Coast: From Bilbao to Hondarribia

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San Juan de Gastelugatxe

Back from the summer break with a notepad full of jotted-down notes for the blog, a camera that ran out of memory, and an absolutely satisfied foodie soul. There is so much to share!  Being summer I have decided to start with the coastal Basque region.  If I have always loved Southern Spain, now I cannot wait to be back in the Green Spain. […]

Curious in Barcelona

The Catalonian capital is one of the most popular European destinations with over 5.5 million visitors a year.  But what is really amazing is that Barcelona can fulfill its visitors’ […]