Monthly Archives: October 2017

Girona: Temps de Flors

Each year towards the end of May, the city of Girona in the northeastern province of Catalonia undergoes a transformation. For a few days, flowers fill the medieval streets, plazas and patios with countless colors and invigorating aromas for a unique celebration of spring: Girona Temps de Flors (the Girona Flower Festival). With more than […]

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City Portrait: León

The city of León is often overlooked as a Spanish destination, which may add to its appeal for the travellers who do arrive there. Its architecture tells a centuries-long story of rich history, which is topped off with a lively energy and many modern attractions. Wrap this in green waves of natural beauty, like the […]

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Saint Ignatius Way: a pilgrimage across northeastern Spain

Many travellers have heard of popular routes like St. James’s Way, the stunning pilgrimage route through northern Spain to the city of Santiago de Compostela. But for those seeking adventure and culture, as well as peace and solitude, there is a less-travelled alternative. It begins in the Basque Country’s Loiola and ends in Manresa, Catalonia, […]

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The Ronda Wine Route

The Ronda Wine Route is a unique way to get to know some less travelled areas in Andalusia. The route runs through the province of Malaga, covering the picturesque village of Ronda, which is filled with cultural, historic and gastronomic appeal. As travellers visit vineyards and bodegas (wineries), enjoying some of the finest wines of […]

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