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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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Gran Canaria: a five day itinerary

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Gran Canaria is the biggest of the Canary Islands or “lucky islands” as we call them in Spain. The nickname was given with good reason. The islands are located off the coast of Morocco and have the perfect temperature to swim and sunbathe all year long -an average of 25ºC- and there’s a wide variety

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Getting Lost in the Spanish Mountains

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I’ve always chosen beach over mountain and big city over small town, so I never thought I would feel so blissful in the mountain. The three days we spent in the northern Spanish region of Cantabria feel like a dream. The landscapes and stone houses seemed taken from the unforgettable cartoon we watched as kids,

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