Many visitors will soon figure out that Spain truly comes alive at night. They eat much later than we might be used to, but that’s not all. All around the country, locals pack into bars and nightclubs to keep the fun going all night long. However, what if you get hungry even after the typical Spanish (late) […]
Author: Lindsey Zimmerman
Relax and Enjoy: 6 Great Ways to Have Fun in San Sebastian on Sundays
Sundays are an important day in Spanish culture, and the same is true in San Sebastian. All over the country, locals take advantage of the last day of the weekend to relax and spend time with loved ones. Family meals that stretch on for hours and long walks in the park with good friends are […]
Public Transportation in Barcelona: Your Guide to Getting Around
As Spain’s second-largest city and a bustling European metropolis, Barcelona features an extensive public transportation network for getting from point A to point B. For visitors to the city, trying to read a metro map or bus schedule in a foreign language can understandably be quite confusing. Luckily, Barcelona’s public transit system is easier to […]
The Best Vegan and Vegetarian Brunch in Madrid
Brunch has taken the world by storm in recent years, and Madrid is no exception. And today, those brunch offerings include plenty of vegan and vegetarian-friendly bites as well. With more and more Spaniards adapting vegan and vegetarian diets, finding suitable brunch options in Spain’s capital has never been easier. It used to be pretty […]
Tapas in Spain: What to Eat & Drink in 17 Spanish Regions
The popularity of tapas has skyrocketed on the international gastronomic scene in recent years. But what are tapas, exactly? And how do you define the culture around tapas in Spain? Ask any self-proclaimed foodie to define “tapas,” and they’ll probably tell you something along the lines of “Spanish small plates.” That answer is correct in […]
Restaurants Open Late in Seville: Where to Eat After Dark
If there’s one thing Spanish culture is famous for, it’s the late mealtimes. Visitors often have trouble adjusting to eating lunch at 2 p.m. and dinner at 9 or 10. However, sometimes it’s necessary to chow down even later in the evening! Whether your travel plans prevent you from eating earlier or you get hungry […]
One Week in Andalusia’s Capital: How to Spend 7 Days in Seville
During one week in Seville, you’ll start to feel like less of a tourist and more of a local. Besides just visiting all of the Andalusian capital’s iconic sights, you’ll start to discover off-the-beaten-path hidden gems and local favorites tucked away in the backstreets. You’ll mingle with both born-and-bred sevillanos at tapas bars and fellow tourists at […]
What to Pack for Barcelona (By Season): Must-Bring Essentials
Barcelona is the perfect city to visit any time of year! You can enjoy the beach in the summer, relax without the tourist crowds in winter, and revel in beautiful balmy weather in spring and fall. But sometimes it can be hard to narrow down exactly what to bring with you to a new city. […]
Late Night Bites: Restaurants Open Late in Barcelona
Barcelona truly comes alive at night, and the dining scene is no different! Whether you’re arriving into town after dark or experiencing Barcelona’s iconic nightlife, you might get hungry even after Spain’s already-late dinnertime. When that happens, there are plenty of restaurants open late in Barcelona! And the best part is that more often than […]
Top 5 Relaxing Things to Do in Madrid
The laid-back, leisurely Spanish lifestyle makes it easy to find relaxing things to do in Madrid. Here, al fresco terrace drinks with friends are a way of life—not a special occasion treat—and the dozens of green spaces dotted around town make it easy to escape the bustling city center to kick back. When traveling, relaxing […]