Art Galleries to Outdoor Markets: The Complete Guide to Shopping in Florence

Shoppers in Florence check out a busy outdoor flea market

Shopping in Florence offers plenty of options for every budget. From local products to expensive international brands, you can find every kind of good. Join us on this journey to discover the best places to go shopping in Florence! Unique experiences If you’re aiming for a unique shopping experience, Florence is the right place. There […]

The Best Spanish Cookbooks To Have At Home

Stovetop with paella pans and paella cooking with shrimp and chef's hands in the background of the kitchen

Love Spanish food, but feel a bit overwhelmed when trying to make it at home? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve compiled a list of the best Spanish cookbooks to use if you want to get cooking at home. Whether you already consider yourself something of an aspiring chef or you just want to switch […]

Shop Like a Local at the Bretxa Market in San Sebastian

One of our favorite places to go shopping in San Sebastian is La Bretxa Market!

Many of us decide to come to San Sebastian because of the amazing gastronomy scene, but where do local chefs find their impeccable quality ingredients? The answer would be, of course, from the local fish and food markets.  Not only do these play an extremely important role as the place to buy fresh ingredients, but […]

7 Perfect Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in Paris

The Picasso museum is a great place to visit on a rainy day in Paris.

Perhaps Paris’ best-kept secret is that it shares London’s infamous drizzly weather.  Cole Porter wasn’t kidding when he referenced “Paris when it drizzles.” But what he missed was the fact that it rains in Paris—not just in winter, but all year round. Most rain in Paris falls in May and June, but rainfall in the […]

3 Must-See Christmas Markets in Seville

We love visiting the gorgeous and charming Christmas markets in Seville during the winter holidays!

This blog post was originally posted on November 13, 2015, and was updated on November 27, 2019. The winter holidays will be here before we know it, and we all know what that means: Christmas markets! A timeless tradition that springs to life in any major city in Europe, Christmas markets in Seville take on […]

Step Back in Time at 7 Centennial Establishments in Madrid

Casa Labra has been a favorite Madrid bar for more than a century.

Madrid is a fascinating mix of historic and modern. On streets such as Calle Fuencarral, you can find symbols of globalization and modernization such as Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, and an Adidas shop. However, nestled amongst the commerce, you will find the small Virgen de la Soledad chapel, dating back to 1712.  But the hidden gems […]

The 6 Best Christmas Markets in Paris You Should Visit This Winter

assorted plush toys at Christmas market stand

A tradition that originated in France’s Alsace region to the east of Paris in the 16th century, Christmas markets have grown in popularity in recent years. Each year, France’s dozens of markets—with their quaint wooden stalls, flowing mulled wine and overpriced nativity scene figurines—bring in an estimated 27 million visitors, including two million at the […]