Culture
Fairy lights, the aroma of mulled wine, tasty sweets, handcrafts, and roasted chestnuts. My memory floods back to the first Christmas Market I ever visited in Europe when I think about these particular sights, tastes, and aromas. You don’t have to be caught in the Christmas holiday craze to enjoy the vast array of... Read More
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Don’t let the change in seasons as we roll out of summer and into autumn bring you down. In Tuscany, as the leaves change color, some of the country’s best Italian food festivals take place. From September to November... Read More
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The Festa Major de la Barceloneta is soon upon us, and if you are looking for things to do in Barcelona in September, this should definitely be on the itinerary. Barcelona in September abounds with festivals, the... Read More
Culture
Get the most out of your holiday and take a second and read through our list of things to know before traveling to Barcelona. 1. Catalonia is not SpainOkay, it is really. But, it's a tricky situation, especially at the moment. Catalans are a fiercely proud bunch with a strong cultural heritage that is unique to the region. Under Franco, this northeastern corner of the country suffered tremendously. The dictator banned Catalan... Read More