Postcards From Spain
Itálica Day Trip: Roman Ruins (and GOT Location!) Near Seville
Are you an art history nerd? Game of Thrones fan? Lover of off-the-beaten-path sightseeing? Or are you simply looking for an excellent day trip from Seville? If you answered yes to any (or all!) of these questions, then you have come to the right blog! Just 20 minutes outside of Sevilla lies the Itálica roman ruins, and…
Read MoreDear Italy, I Love You, But I’m Leaving You For Spain
I have to admit, I’ve been holding out on some pretty big news! I’m moving abroad…again! Only this time, I’m trading in the pasta and vino of Italy for the paella and sangria of Spain! Keep reading to find out why I’m breaking up with my first love, Italy, and rekindling my romance with Spain. The…
Read More8 Ways To Make The Most Of Your Study Abroad Experience in Spain
Spain is one of the most popular countries that students choose to study abroad in, and it is not hard to see why! The rich culture, variety of historic cities, delicious food, and the country’s relaxed atmosphere all make Spain a dream study abroad location. Though I personally studied abroad in Italy, I fell in…
Read More10 Reasons You Simply Must Visit Ronda: Spain’s Most Gorge-ous City
This fall I spent almost a month exploring some of the most popular cities in the south of Spain-Sevilla, Córdoba, Granada, Málaga, Gibraltar-and let me tell you I completely fell in love with Andalucía. After visiting all of these famous cities, you can imagine my surprise when one of my favorite parts of the whole trip ended up…
Read MoreMust Do Málaga: Discover The Top 10 Things To Do In Picasso’s Birthplace
Málaga is a beautiful beachside city and is known for being the birthplace of Picasso. It is a popular destination for many cruise ships as well as a great destination for travelers looking to discover the south of Spain. I spent a few days (and my birthday!) in this charming and relaxed city this fall…
Read MoreEverything You Need To Know About Visiting The Alhambra
If you are headed to the south of Spain, chances are you’ll want to include a visit to the Alhambra, an incredible and historic palace, fortress, and gardens located in Granada. Each year, the Alhambra receives over 2 million visitors, and about 8,500 people visit the site each day. Thats pretty impressive, and these numbers…
Read MoreHow To Spend 1 Day In Córdoba: Top 5 Things To Do
While Córdoba is a beautiful city in its own right, and is certainly a city you could spend more than 1 day exploring, it also makes for an excellent day trip. Córdoba is easily reached by bus or train from Sevilla, Cadiz, Granada, Málaga, and almost any other Andalusian city. If you are visiting the south of Spain, a trip…
Read More15 Things You Absolutely Must Do In Seville, Spain
Seville is one of my favorite cities in all of Europe, and is an absolute must on any trip to the south of Spain. I first visited Seville nearly two years ago, and loved it so much I actually packed up my bags and decided to move to this charming Andalucian city to teach English!…
Read MoreMust Do Madrid: The Top 10 Things To Do In Spain’s Capital
Madrid is the lively, and not to mention grand, capital of Spain. There is much to see and explore in this historic city, and during my quick visit there this summer I tried to take in as many of the sights as I could! To make planning your visit a little easier, I’ve compiled my…
Read More3 Perfect Days in Barcelona: The Ultimate Itinerary
Barcelona is one of the most lively, fun, and culturally rich cities in the world. With so much to do, it is impossible to “see it all” in one weekend. However, with this optimized 3-day itinerary, you’ll be able to experience the best of Barcelona in just a few days-from Gaudi’s stunning architecture to the incredible…
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