I’ve travelled overland to and from Southern Spain more times than I can count. If you’d rather avoid airports, it’s entirely possible to travel from London to Málaga by train in just two days, with time to enjoy a stop in Barcelona along the way – or you could spend longer and stop in a […]
Category Archives: Spain
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May
May
Yes, Mediterranean beaches, sangria and tapas are all accessible by taking the train! There are some fantastic high speed routes that connect the UK to the Iberian peninsula (via France). And, when you focus on the northern parts of the country, you can easily travel by train in a day, enjoy a few days there […]
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Apr
Apr
I’ve passed through Zaragoza countless times on my train travels around Spain. I knew it was the fourth largest city in the nation – but I’d never heard of anybody visiting. So on our recent trip to Spain, my partner and I decided we would visit Zaragoza – and see if it was worth a […]
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Sep
Sep
It’s probably Barcelona’s most well-known attraction, but you won’t believe how many people make faux pas’ when visiting the Sagrada Familia! Here are some Sagrada Familia tips that will help you fully plan your visit to one of Europe’s top attractions – and make it much more stress-free and enjoyable! Sagrada Familia Tips for a […]
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Nov
Nov
As my plane slowly started landing at Tenerife South Airport, I took in vistas of a volcanic island fringed by black sand beaches, with the crashing Atlantic waves kissing the shore on every side. It was a beautiful clear day, and I was just about to begin my second trip to the Canary Islands, where […]
All Destinations, Boat travel, Europe, Overland Travel, Spain
How to take the Palma de Mallorca to Barcelona ferry
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Dec
Dec
If you’re taking the Palma de Mallorca to Barcelona ferry, this blog post has all the information that you’ll need! Leaving the picturesque coastline of Palma, punctuated by the majestic cathedral, and sailing over the Balearic Sea, the Mallorca to Barcelona boat trip is an unmissable experience. You’ll end your journey in the buzzing city […]
All Destinations, Europe, Overland Travel, Spain, train travel
How To Take the Palma to Soller Train in Mallorca, Spain
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Nov
Nov
Winding its way past the looming Tramuntana mountains and through vibrant lemon groves, the Palma to Soller train connects two of the most popular places on the island of Mallorca. It’s a tourist train, only leaving twice a day. But it’s well worth a whole day of your holiday in Mallorca. Harking back to the […]
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Nov
Nov
Although it is often overshadowed by Barcelona and the sunny south of Spain, Madrid is still a Spanish city that is well worth visiting. It gets its fair share of tourists in the summer – mainly from travellers who are popping into the capital while exploring Spain. But what about Madrid in winter? It’s a […]
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Feb
Feb
Spain in winter? You might think that it doesn’t sound quite right. Spain’s one of the world’s most popular destinations, but most people consider it solely a summertime place. It’s a country with beautiful beaches and a laid back culture, but holidays should only take place there from May to September, right? Wrong. Spain in […]