by Katharina Giesler | Jan 2, 2019 | Spain generally
Anyone who’s been to Spain knows that there is no shortage of exciting festivals, events and exhibitions, but each year has its own special program. Here are some of the highlights from all around Spain! Art exhibitions in world-class museums Spain boasts many...
by Katharina Giesler | Dec 19, 2018 | Andalusia
Malaga is a lively city with an outstanding climate, exceptional beaches and golf courses, vibrant culture, and welcoming locals. But one thing that many people don’t know, is that it’s also an excellent destination for the Christmas season. With bright lights, music,...
by Katharina Giesler | Dec 12, 2018 | Castilla and Leon, Levante
This picturesque town of about 35,000 inhabitants sits on the high ground of Aragon, and holds within its historic center an important medieval legacy. The cathedral tower, along with the towers of San Salvador, San Martín and San Pedro are the highlights of the...
by Katharina Giesler | Nov 21, 2018 | Spain generally
From chestnuts to churros con chocolate, Spain has plenty of treats for the chillier months of the year, and dulce de membrillo (quince jelly) stands out among them. Membrillo is Spanish for quince, which is a bright yellow fruit similar in appearance to a pear....
by Katharina Giesler | Nov 14, 2018 | Catalonia
In the northeastern provinces of Tarragona and Lleida lies a fascinating route of imposing monasteries, constructed by the followers of the Cistercian order. The austere spirit of this order can be seen in its architecture, which blends Romanesque and Gothic styles,...