Since the end of the pandemic, travel is back in full force – in fact, numbers have grown so much that the term “overtourism” is now trending. When it comes to Spain, certain popular tourist cities are taking steps to fight overtourism and cut back on house pricing for residents. How will this affect you as a traveler visiting Spain? Valencia joins Barcelona, the...
Riding through beautiful landscapes on horseback has been a great choice for many years. However, equestrian tourism is so much more than that. In recent years tour companies across Spain are developing the type of tourism where you can enjoy visiting regions of great natural beauty and historic value accompanied by one of the noblest animals. Read on to find out...
People in most cities in the world have experienced the minor crime of pickpocketing, but when it comes to Europe, some countries have the worst statistics in Europe. While surrounded by hundreds of people in the busy travel season, tourists often have their wallets or cameras lifted. As a general rule, travelers should always ensure their valuables are out of...
A plan was first discussed in 1979 to connect Madrid, Spain to Casablanca in Morocco but didn’t come to fruition. However, now, Spain’s transport minister is keen to revive the plan to connect the two cities for the first time. While the plan to build a tunnel linking Spain and Morocco didn’t happen 45 years ago, discussions are now ongoing. If the plan does go...
Located on Calle Duque de Rivas, 7 in Madrid, Spain, is La Gatoteca, the perfect café for cat lovers. Here, you not only get to enjoy a good cup of coffee but also make a new feline friend to spoil for a while. The coffee doesn’t exactly come cheap, but it is worth the price to spoil a cute cat and maybe adopt one. La Gatoteca – the perfect café for cat lovers in...
Since the pandemic, the word “over-tourism” regularly comes up in travel headlines and this includes Madrid in Spain. In fact, Spain’s capital is already planning a “black level” alert for the holidays in an effort to prevent overcrowding in the streets at Christmas. If you are planning a city break or vacation in Madrid, read on to be aware of the measures being...
When traveling with the kids, it is always important to research your destination to find out the best locations on a family vacation. However, Spain is among the best countries to travel with the little ones. In fact, this European nation celebrates children in almost every way, from eating out in restaurants to shopping and more. Meanwhile, one of the best things...
In recent years, Spain has taken great strides in ensuring that cultural tourism is available and accessible to everyone. The European country features adapted routes and facilities, specialized services and accessible guides in its major cities. Read on to find out which major Spanish cities and attractions are now available for those with disabilities. Madrid...
Spain is known for its beautiful scenery and for its art, and one place in the Cuenca Province of Castilla la Mancha spectacularly combines the two. Located next to the Buendía dam is a unique and fascinating hiking route, until anything else in Spain. In fact, the Route of the Faces, or “Ruta de las Caras” in Spanish takes hikers through an outdoor art gallery of...