Madrid is a bustling city full of life, art, history, and romance. We were fortunate to have a close friend living there when we were visiting and we got a bit of a ‘local’s look’ at the city. Of course, we always like to squeeze in the touristy stuff, too!…Continue reading Madrid Itinerary for 3 Perfect Days
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The Street Art Scene in Getsemani
Getsemani is the “authentic” side of Cartagena, Colombia; it’s the neighborhood you need to visit if you want a real look at the city. Here you can find locals playing dominoes in the street. You have the opportunity to salsa dance at the popular Cafe Havana. And one of our…Continue reading The Street Art Scene in Getsemani
Casa Vicens: The Gaudí Home We Wish Was Ours
Visiting a home designed by architect Antoni Gaudí was near the top of our Barcelona bucket list, but there are so many choices! Some of the most popular are Casa Batlló and Casa Milá, but we opted for one of the quieter Gaudí spots. Casa Vicens only opened to the…Continue reading Casa Vicens: The Gaudí Home We Wish Was Ours
How to Save Money in Barcelona
There is so much to see in Barcelona, but doing it all would be pretty pricey. This comprehensive guide includes free attractions, free days at museums, and money-saving tips should help you save money in Barcelona: Tips & Tricks to Save Money in Barcelona: Experience the Always-Free Attractions Montjuïc Park:…Continue reading How to Save Money in Barcelona
15 Things You Must Do in Madrid
Madrid, much like Athens, Greece, is one of those cities that just blew away our expectations. We were fortunate to have a good friend living there who was able to give us a bit of the “locals” tour, but besides that we were delighted by the variety of things to…Continue reading 15 Things You Must Do in Madrid
