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Best Day Trips from Madrid: Patones de Arriba

Patones de Arriba is a charming village full of stone and black-slate houses north of Madrid. Surrounded by Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range, it is a haven 45 minutes away from the concrete jungle. Patones has preserved the architectural tradition of slate construction, is known for great gastronomy options and offers several hiking routes. It’s […]

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3 Beautiful Bookshops You Must Visit in Europe

Being an avid reader, bookshops are always in my travel itinerary, especially if I’m traveling abroad. I could spend hours in a bookstore, they are my happy place. Sometimes, I even keep myself from entering because otherwise I’ll mess up the travel plan for the day… Thanks to Instagram and Pinterest, I’ve discovered plenty of

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6 Reasons Why Galicia Should be on Your Bucket List

 Galicia is one of Spain’s best kept secrets. It’s often overlooked because of its wet climate but it’s actually the weather and location in the northwest of Spain which make Galicia so unique. There is a plethora points of interest from castles or cathedrals to one-of-a-kind beaches, green landscapes and Celtic influenced festivals… There are

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Where to Find Spring Flowers in Spain

In the next few weeks, spring will have sprung in Spain. Longer days, beautiful flowers, warmer weather…springtime is the perfect time to travel. It’s also perfect to search for beautiful blooms and blossoms and in Spain you can find plenty. You can see some of the most spectacular flowering trees in Europe. The cherry blossom

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Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South

Spain is full of photographic opportunities. From its monuments to its white washed villages, there’s no shortage of Instagram material. On this post I’m going to show you the most Instagrammable places in Spain from north to south. Some are well-known landmarks in big cities, some are hidden gems I’m sure you haven’t heard about.

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