It’s gingham, it’s midi, it has a big bow on the back and it’s currently 50% off. What’s not to like? I have had my eye on this Claudie Pierlot dress since it came out this spring but I decided to wait until the sales because I wasn’t going to be able to wear it […]
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Segovia is a small city with big heritage. The soaring aqueduct is undoubtedly its most famous landmark and it is probably the most important Roman monument surviving in the heart of a modern city. However, this is not the only jewel of the city. Segovia’s Alcazar looks like a fairy tale castle, in fact, it is
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I’m on a mission to visit all the Royal Palaces in Spain and Palacio Real de La Granja de San Ildefonso had been on my bucket list for a long time. This beautiful 18th century palace is located 10km from Segovia and one hour drive from Madrid which makes it a perfect day trip from
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Madrid is full of photographic opportunities. From its monuments to its trendy eateries, there’s no shortage of Instagram material. One of my favorite things to do is grab my camera and wander around the city looking for the perfect pic, and I can assure you that I always come back with interesting shots. That’s the
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The weather is wonderful, you’ve got more free time and the city at your feet. So you wonder: how to make the most of it? Worry no more, I’ve got you covered. Today I’m telling you the best places to be in Madrid this summer. If you follow the blog, you know that I’m obsessed
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While organizing my photos the other day I came across these pics of Split, Croatia, and I realized that I had never shared them with you. It’s a shame because it’s a trully beautiful place. Two years ago we embarked on a cruise that took us around the Greek Islands but first we visited Venice
Chinchon is considered one of those Pueblos bonitos de España, a disctinction given to the most beautiful villages in Spain like Vejer de la Frontera, Santillana del Mar or La Alberca. It’s only a 50 minute drive from Madrid and a great idea for a day trip from the capital of Spain. Chinchon is well-known
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Calling all cheese lovers, I’ve got pretty exciting news for you! I’ve found a restaurant in Madrid that is cheese lovers’ paradise. The restaurant is huge and has different areas including a counter to grab a quick bite, semi-private areas, and long tables for big groups. White and nordic designs predominate. Very original decor that
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I probably should have titled this post 5 reasons to visit Cantabria, because we’ve already seen two important ones: the mountains of Cantabria and its capital city Santander. If you haven’t read those posts, you absolutely should. Today, on the final post about this beautiful Spanish region, I’m going to give you three more reasons
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Santander is consiered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. It has been a popular summer holiday resort for Spaniards since the 19th century when king Alfonso XIII spent the sunniest season at the impressive Palacio de la Magdalena. We spent a wonderful day in the capital of Cantabria and today I’m
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