Barcelona to Montserrat: Planning the Perfect Day Trip
Did you ever try to maximize a short stay in a country by throwing in a bunch of day trips only to find them disappointing? Or that it took way longer than you anticipated to travel to them? Now imagine the exact opposite experience. A day trip that exceeds your expectations. One that isn’t a huge, complicated mess to get to. A place so stunning…
5 Quirky Things to Know About Barcelona Before Visiting
Barcelona was not what I was expecting. Honestly, it wasn’t even close. That’s not to say I didn’t like it, in fact, I actually believe it has a lot to offer. But in terms of overall atmosphere and pace, I couldn’t have been more off the mark. My first clue that something was amiss arrived during the airport transfer to Madrid. The driver, in an…
La Sagrada Família: Work of a Genius or a Madman?
“Genius or madman? Only time will tell.” According to our tour guide, this was the response architect Antoni Gaudí received after expressing his initial plans for La Sagrada Família. Personally, I’ve never subscribed to the restrictive “black or white” outlook on life and have always loathed the glass half empty or full debate. I tend to live…
From Sightseeing to Solitude: Where to Stay on Santorini
It's not hard to see why thousands of tourists flock to Santorini each year. This famous Greek island is known for its charming, picturesque towns, breathtaking views, and stunning sunsets. However, due to the island's immense popularity, Santorini can become incredibly crowded, particularly in the high season (June - August). This can make…
Barcelona to Montserrat: Planning the Perfect Day Trip
Did you ever try to maximize a short stay in a country by throwing in a bunch of day trips only to find them disappointing? Or that it took way longer than you anticipated to travel to them? Now imagine the exact opposite experience. A day trip that exceeds your expectations. One that isn’t a huge, complicated mess to get to. A place so stunning…
5 Quirky Things to Know About Barcelona Before Visiting
Barcelona was not what I was expecting. Honestly, it wasn’t even close. That’s not to say I didn’t like it, in fact, I actually believe it has a lot to offer. But in terms of overall atmosphere and pace, I couldn’t have been more off the mark. My first clue that something was amiss arrived during the airport transfer to Madrid. The driver, in an…
La Sagrada Família: Work of a Genius or a Madman?
“Genius or madman? Only time will tell.” According to our tour guide, this was the response architect Antoni Gaudí received after expressing his initial plans for La Sagrada Família. Personally, I’ve never subscribed to the restrictive “black or white” outlook on life and have always loathed the glass half empty or full debate. I tend to live…
From Sightseeing to Solitude: Where to Stay on Santorini
It's not hard to see why thousands of tourists flock to Santorini each year. This famous Greek island is known for its charming, picturesque towns, breathtaking views, and stunning sunsets. However, due to the island's immense popularity, Santorini can become incredibly crowded, particularly in the high season (June - August). This can make…