Walking El Camino de Santiago is a spiritual journey for some, a challenging adventure for others and an exhilarating experience for all. The section from Sarria to Santiago is especially popular and for good reason. I recently interviewed Milagros (Millie) […]
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6 MEMORABLE THINGS TO DO IN ASTURIAS (SPAIN)
There are so many things to do in Asturias, northern Spain’s lush green natural paradise. The best way to share the magical experience that is Asturias is to ask a resident to explain it to us. For this reason, I’ve […]
TOP 16 THINGS TO DO IN GRAN CANARIA, CANARY ISLANDS (SPAIN)
I wasn’t entirely sure where the Canary Islands were, much less the many things to do in Gran Canaria, one of the main islands in the Canary Islands. The island of Gran Canaria was certainly a surprise. Here is a […]
8 EPIC, OFF-THE-BEATEN-TRACK ADVENTURES IN SPAIN THAT WILL TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY
Looking for adventures in Spain that are unusual, delightful, memorable and beyond the guide book? Read on. We’ve developed a curated list of things to do in Spain that fulfill that criteria and then some. These Spanish activities and adventures […]
A 2 WEEK ITINERARY FOR ASTURIAS: NORTHERN SPAIN’S PARADISE
A two-week itinerary for Asturias is not enough to see all this region has to offer, but it’s a start. There are lots of reasons to love it. Asturias’ moniker, “Spain’s natural paradise” is well deserved. The region is greener […]
BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN ASTURIAS AND GALICIA IN NORTHERN SPAIN
The regions of Asturias and Galicia in northern Spain are full of natural beauty, outstanding unique cuisine and history dating from the Paleolithic. These regions, frequently referred to as “green Spain” are very different from the rest of the country. […]
EXPLORING FAMILY HERITAGE IN ASTURIAS, SPAIN
Updated November 5, 2019 Exploring family heritage can be a fascinating and emotional journey. I recently purchased an ancestry test kit. The results were not a total surprise. I knew our Cuban family originated in Spain. What surprised me was […]
6 BEST PLACES TO SEE IN ASTURIAS, SPAIN: CULTURE, NATURE AND CUISINE
Updated January 7, 2020 The best places to see in Asturias are those that showcase the region’s culture, nature and cuisine. The Principality of Asturias is not the first choice when people go to Spain. Visitors to Spain tend to […]
HIKING THE CARES RIVER TRAIL ACROSS SPAIN’S PICOS DE EUROPA
I had been hearing and reading about hiking the Cares River trail in Picos de Europa National Park for years. The park is a hiking mecca filled with breathtaking trails. The Cares River trail is said to be the most […]