The Meninas of Madrid
Hanging in the Prado Museum of Madrid Spain is a famous painting by Diego Valazquez depicting the young Spanish princess Margarita Teresa and her royal…
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One of my favorite spots for tapas and drinks in Madrid is along the Calle Cava Baja. Located just a short walk from Plaza Mayor…
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Madrid has two well known museums, The Prado Museum, and a lessor known but very interesting Reina Sophia Museum. I have been to the Prado…
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Before I got to Madrid I had made a list of some restaurants I wanted to try. One on my list was the Taberna Laredo.…
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There is so much to see and experience in Madrid and I encourage everyone to visit this great city. Madrid is rich in history and…
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Years ago I would give my dogs dried pig ears as a treat and they were crazy for them. I used to wonder why they…
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The Palacio Real de Madrid, or Palace of Madrid, is home to the Spanish Royal Family. Located in central Madrid the Palace is still used…
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During this trip to Madrid I stayed at the Hotel Atlantico on the famous Calle Gran Via. Located in the heart of downtown Madrid close…
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Madrid Spain is known for it’s fantastic food choices and one of my favorites is the bocadillos de calamares (calamari sandwiches). These sandwiches are popular…
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The Market of San Miguel in Madrid dates back to the early 1900’s and today is a modern setting to enjoy tapas and drinks with…
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I have been doing these top 5 lists for almost every city I visit and have gotten a lot of great feedback from everyone. When…
Keep readingChocolatería San Ginés – Madrid
Chocolateria San Gines has been serving up hot chocolate with churros since 1894 in the heart of Madrid and should be on everyone’s list of…
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Video of La Sagrada Familia, Barcelona Spain Take a look inside the magnificent cathedral designed by Antoni Gaudi. Any trip to Barcelona must include a…
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This was my second visit to Barcelona and I chose the Mirror Hotel because I had stayed here on my prior trip and I was…
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5 Things You Must Do In Barcelona OK, so you’ve booked your trip to Barcelona and you want to make sure you make the most…
Keep readingBarcelona – Sights Around Town
Barcelona – Sights Around Town Exploring the narrow streets of Barcelona is such a great time. Shops, restaurants, and bars are just up ahead. Barcelona…
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The finest ham in the world. Raised on acorns that give this ham it’s signature flavor the Serrano and Iberico ham is world famous and…
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Cutting through the heart of Barcelona is the famous La Rambla. La Rambla is a wide street that runs from the Barcelona waterfront all the…
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Inside the famous Barcelona market, La Boqueria, are many food stalls serving up cuisine that rivals any formal restaurant. For those willing to wait for…
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Chok The chocolate kitchen. After dinner what a great place to stop in for a cappuccino and some sweets. Chok – Barcelona Spain Chok -…
Keep readingLa Boqueria – Barcelona Spain
If you go to Barcelona you must visit the large public market known as La Boqueria. This wonderful market is located right on Barcelona’s famous…
Keep readingEl Quim De La Boqueria – Barcelona Spain
There’s an old saying, “Eat, drink, and be merry.” Well, I can think of no better place to abide by this mantra than Barcelona’s famous…
Keep readingThe Sagrada Familia By Antoni Gaudi – A Look Inside
Step inside the Sagrada Familia and you will be taken away to another world. The design by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi is based on…
Keep readingBarcelona Spain – Tapas at Txapela
The Spaniards know how to eat. Tapas, tapas, and more tapas. Nothing is better than going out and sampling these bite size morsels and washing…
Keep readingThe Sagrada Familia – Barcelona Spain
The Sagrada Familia is a large Roman Catholic Church in Barcelona designed by famous architect Antoni Gaudi. 90 years after the death of Gaudi the…
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The Sagrada Familia by Antoni Gaudi – Barcelona Spain I shot this video of the interior of Antoni Gaudi’s spectacular cathedral, The…
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