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The spectacular and elegant dining room hosting the luxury Sunday brunch buffet at the Mandarin Oriental Ritz Madrid

The Hotel Hacker Guide: How to Enjoy 5-Star Luxury Without the Overnight Price Tag

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Beautiful things bring me so much joy. After working really hard both at home and at work, I find myself needing a little guilty pleasure every now and then. I deeply appreciate quality, attention to detail, and things well-done—which is exactly why I love luxury hotels. Of course, staying overnight in a five-star palace on […]

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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 Most beautiful restaurants in Madrid

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Madrid is not only the capital of Spain, but also one of the gastronomic capitals of the world. There are about 10.000 restaurants in Madrid, some of them are the most beautiful you’ve ever seen. If you’ve been to Madrid, surely you know that madrileños really know and love their food. That’s why the competition between

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Exterior view of the famous seaside restaurant Ca's Patró March overlooking the turquoise water in Mallorca.

Ca’s Patro March, Mallorca. What to know before you go

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Ca’s Patro March is one of Mallorca’s most popular restaurants. The place became increasingly popular after being featured on the TV show “The Night Manager” and getting a table has become mission impossible since. Many celebrities including Beyonce have been spotted in this unique restaurant which has increased this Spanish restaurant’s popularity. Because this is

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A beautiful selection of gourmet pastries and sweets served during the luxury Afternoon Tea at the Mandarin Oriental Ritz Madrid

Afternoon Tea at the Brand New Ritz Hotel Madrid

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Eager to try a different out of this world experience? Afternoon tea at the brand new Ritz Hotel Madrid is a must. On April 15 the Ritz Hotel in Madrid reopened its doors. This highly anticipated opening happened after three years of renovations. The hotel conceived by Cesar Ritz opened for the first time 110

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What do Spanish people typically eat for dinner?

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What do Spanish people typically eat for dinner? What does a typical Spanish dinner table look like? What sort of dishes are very typical in a Spanish household? Spanish meals and eating habits are unique. Even though every household is different and typical food varies from region to region, I’m going to show you what

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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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