turquoise water at Cala Major in Mallorca
Europe, Spain

Palma de Mallorca Cruise Port • Docking in the ‘Pearl of the Mediterranean’

It's no wonder they call Mallorca the 'gem of the Mediterranean.' This Spanish island is an absolute stunner. Whether you want to meander through the winding alleyways of Palma, head to one of the beautiful beaches to swim in crystal clear water, or head further into the luscious Mallorcan countryside, Palma de Mallorca cruise port… Continue reading Palma de Mallorca Cruise Port • Docking in the ‘Pearl of the Mediterranean’

pointy hats and capes during Semana Santa parade in Cadiz Spain
Europe, Spain

Semana Santa in Spain • One Day in Cádiz

That time I stumbled upon Semana Santa in Spain. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. Cádiz is not one of those places you hear very much about, despite its location in Andalucía, one of Spain's most popular destinations for visitors. More… Continue reading Semana Santa in Spain • One Day in Cádiz

Casa Batlló inside
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Casa Batlló Inside and Out

Casa Batlló inside: is it worth paying to visit Gaudí's famous 'house of bones?' Barcelona is characterised by its weird and wonderful buildings, built in the Catalan Modernista style. Crazy shapes, flowing lines and bright colours can be seen across the whole city, making it a unique place to visit. Although there were several architects… Continue reading Casa Batlló Inside and Out

bubbles outside a cathedral
Europe, Spain

Barcelona in Winter – 7 reasons to visit during off-season

Barcelona is an incredible city, but Barcelona in winter is spellbinding. The first time I visited Barcelona was at the height of Summer about five years ago, and despite the fact that it was chockablock with people, I still fell in love with the city. The architecture is like something from another planet, the sun… Continue reading Barcelona in Winter – 7 reasons to visit during off-season

detail on la Sagrada familia
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La Sagrada Família, Barcelona: photos and stories from a modern day wonder of the world

Barcelona is positively overflowing with architectural works of art, and the building that is synonymous with the city is La Sagrada Família, the mammoth Catholic basilica which can be seen from just about any high vantage point across the entire city. Some say that this bad boy is a modern-day Wonder of the World. And… Continue reading La Sagrada Família, Barcelona: photos and stories from a modern day wonder of the world

street in Valencia
Europe, Spain

One Day in Valencia, Spain

One day in Valencia is not enough! I only had such a short time because I was docked in Valencia on a cruise ship, but however minimal my time there was, I still managed to appreciate the city and find plenty to do. Spain's third largest city after the far busier Madrid and Barcelona, Valencia… Continue reading One Day in Valencia, Spain

tree with stormy sky in the Mallorca countryside
Europe, Spain

Road trip Mallorca : From Palma to Andratx

It wasn't actually our plan to go for a road trip in Mallorca. It was the island's off-season and my pal and I had been strolling around the little suburb of Cala Major- a pretty little sandy beach on the outskirts of Palma. We had no real plan for what to do that day other… Continue reading Road trip Mallorca : From Palma to Andratx

yellow vest top in alcazaba
Europe, Spain

Málaga in a Day – How to make the most of a day in this stunning Spanish city

Málaga is beautiful. Like, full on beautiful. My visit to the Andalucían city was as a result of my cruise-ship-working life, and although ideally I'd have had more time to explore this Spanish city of DREAMS, I feel like I really made the most of Málaga in a day. A port city on the Costa… Continue reading Málaga in a Day – How to make the most of a day in this stunning Spanish city

colourful houses and an orange tree
Europe, Spain

Palma de Mallorca Things to Do – the surprising gem of the Balearic Islands

Palma de Mallorca is the capital of Spain's Balearic Islands, located in the Mediterranean Sea not far from the coast of Catalonia. While the island itself is renowned as a hotspot for German and English holidaymakers, I hadn't really heard much about the capital city- but it's a hugely intriguing places. If you're after the… Continue reading Palma de Mallorca Things to Do – the surprising gem of the Balearic Islands

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What to do in Ferrol, Spain- A guide to Galicia’s port city

After ideas for what to do in Ferrol, Spain? This Galician city has a strong nautical heritage and an identity which is worlds apart from Spain's southern coastline; read on for the best things to do in Ferrol.  *This site uses affiliate links, where I may earn a small commission at no cost to the… Continue reading What to do in Ferrol, Spain- A guide to Galicia’s port city