Paradores

The rustic exterior of Parador de Fuente De nestled at the base of the massive gray mountain walls in Cantabria, Spain.

Three Unique Paradores in Spain for an Aesthetic, Slow-Travel Escape

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From cliffside Mediterranean sanctuaries to medieval stone fortresses and misty mountain peaks, Spain’s Paradores offer a masterclass in historical preservation and slow luxury. As a Spaniard—with an eye for photography and a deep appreciation for mindfully crafted experiences—I have made it my personal mission to explore these unique state-run hotels. Having visited nearly half of […]

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5 Best places to visit in Portugal (that aren’t Lisbon or Porto)

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Portugal has so much to offer its visitors. You can enjoy some of the most beautiful architecture, delicious food and cute coastal towns that you can\’t find anywhere else in the world While there’s a good chance you’ve seen pictures of Lisbon and Porto that made you fall in love with this country, there are

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20 Incredible Parador Hotels to Travel to in 2020

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I’ve talked about Parador hotels countless of times on the blog. It’s a topic that gets me really excited because I consider it a genius business model. Turning historical landmarks and religious heritage into hotels is one of the best ideas ever! My husband and I are Paradores biggest fans and whenever we can we

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The Best Things to do in Pamplona Besides Running with the Bulls

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Pamplona is a city in the region of Navarra, in northern Spain, best known for San Fermin, the festivity that involves the running of the bulls which happens every year on July 7. However, Pamplona is much more than that. Pamplona is worth visiting any time of the year for its history, monuments and nearby

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Spain Off the Beaten Path: Jarandilla de la Vera

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Jarandilla de la Vera is one of those off-the-beaten-path places in Spain that deserve a visit. Located in the western region of Extremadura, Jarandilla has a lot to offer. It houses one of the most beautiful hotels in Spain -a former castle turned Parador- it’s close to the stunning Monasterio de Yuste where Emperor Carlos

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3 Beautiful Villages in Castilla y Leon, Spain: Lerma, Covarrubias & Silos

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Spanish cities are beautiful, but I prefer hidden gems, unique places off the beaten path that leave you speechless. In Spain you can find countless quaint villages with cobblestone streets, houses with geraniums on their balconies and so peaceful that will make you want to move in. In fact, there is an association that gives

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Best Day Trips from Madrid: All You Need to Know About Toledo

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Toledo is one of Spain’s most popular cities. In 1987 it was named a World Heritage Site by the United Nations because of its wide variety of historical monuments, most of which are religious and show the city’s cultural diversity over the centuries. Being only one hour away from Madrid, Toledo is an essential day

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