Category: Southern Europe
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Madrid: Football, Sunshine, and a Touch of Peru
Hola amigos! I’m back with another travel tale, fresh from the vibrant streets of Madrid. This time, my husband Rashid, our 16-year-old daughter Simone, and I embarked on a whirlwind adventure through the Spanish capital, following a delightful journey through the white villages of Andalusia and the Alcazar in Seville. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium Our first…
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Discovering the Charm of Andalucia’s White Villages
After exploring the stunning Alcazar in Seville the day before, my husband, my daughter and I were eager to embark on our next adventure – a visit to the White Villages of Andalucia. I can’t quite recall if we booked the tour through Viator or an independent operator. My husband is usually the one who…
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Figueres – Visiting Dali Museum
Figueres is a city located in the province of Girona in Catalonia, Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country, close to the border with France. The city has a population of around 45,000 people and is known for its rich cultural heritage and art scene. One of the main attractions in…
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A Morning in Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez is a small town located on the French Riviera, in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in southeastern France. It is known worldwide as a luxurious holiday destination, attracting many wealthy visitors and celebrities. Saint-Tropez is situated on a peninsula, surrounded by beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters. The town has a picturesque harbor…
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The Sagrada Familia
The Sagrada Familia is a stunning basilica in Barcelona, Spain, designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí (we visited La Pedrera and Park Guell as well, two of his architectural designs). The construction of the church began in 1882, under the guidance of architect Francisco de Paula del Villar. However, Gaudí took over the project in 1883 and transformed it into his life’s work. Gaudí…
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A Quiet Afternoon in Monaco
The drive from Mont Boron (where we were staying) to Monaco is a beautiful and scenic route that takes you along the stunning French Riviera coastline. There are several places to stop along the way to enjoy the views and explore some of the charming towns and villages that dot the coastline. You can watch the YouTube video of our…
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Driving from Barcelona to Nice, France
After our very improved and wonderful time in the sea from our Royal Caribbean cruise, we left very early in the morning to get our rental car at the main train station. There are several car rental companies that have offices at or near the Barcelona Sants Train Station (Estació de Sants), which is the city’s primary…
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Road Trip – Nice To Monaco
The road trip from Nice to Monaco is about 24 miles and very scenic. Watch the video below for a front seat view of our road trip from a condo atop Mont Boron neighborhood overlooking Nice to the lovely principality of Monaco. The pictures below offer some more details of places along the way.
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