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8 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid on Your Barcelona Vacation

Casa Batlló, Eixample With a buzzing culinary scene, loads of culture, a warm climate, and sandy — albeit man-made — beaches, it’s no surprise that Barcelona attracts such a huge number of tourists from around the world. But as with any major urban destination, the city comes with a range of issues that first-time visitors…

6 Secret Beach Towns in Spain

Spain continues to be one of the world’s top vacation destinations, meaning it is increasingly difficult to find that elusive, uncrowded spot away from the tourists. However, if you know where to look, you can still discover plenty of lovely beach towns that are tucked away and unspoiled by the annual influx of visitors. That’s…

The Best Bang-for-Your-Buck All-Inclusive Resorts in Spain

For some, Spain evokes images of winding cobblestone streets lined with ancient churches, hole-in-the-wall tapas bars, and world-class museums. For others, it’s a top destination for a fun, affordable, and sun-soaked beach vacation. The country’s 3,000-plus miles of coastline draw plenty of international travelers every year (in 2017, Spain became the world’s second-most visited country…

The Best Free Things to Do in Barcelona

Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, certainly has no shortage of cultural wonders, but entry fees to its various attractions can add up quickly, making a trip to this fabulous Spanish city expensive. If you’re on a tight budget, the good news is that it is possible to see and do a lot without paying anything…

Nude Beaches: Europe vs. the Caribbean

No matter your reason for visiting a nude beach — avoiding tan lines, embracing your curiosity, or a living as a naturist — selecting the right destination depends on a variety of factors. To help narrow things down a little, we’ve pitted Europe (a continent with a famously liberal stance on nudity on beaches) against…

Spain vs. Italy: Which Vacation Destination Should You Choose?

Both Spain and Italy conjure up images of sunshine, delicious food and wine, beautiful beaches, and a relaxed lifestyle. While the two countries have a lot in common, they are also wildly different. How, then, does one choose which country to visit if the budget doesn’t allow for both? We’ve put the two destinations head…

The Best Experiences and Tours in Barcelona Right Now

Barcelona has a vibe like no other place in the world. This cosmopolitan city is famous for its tapas and wine bars, art and architecture, and more than 2,000 years of history. Most first-timers to the city have a hefty must-see list that includes flamenco dancing, beaches, Montserrat, medieval Barri Gòtic, Modernist architecture by Gaudí,…

New (and Newly Renovated) All-Inclusives You Need to Visit in 2019

While some New Year’s resolutions focus on getting fit and saving money, other goals (like ours) are geared toward travel. For all those who fall in the latter camp, we compiled a collection of new and newly renovated all-inclusive resorts, from Cancun to the Canary Islands. So when you start plotting your 2019 escape, consult…

8 of the Best Islands in Spain

Spain is the second most-visited country in the world, hitting a new high of 82 million visitors last year. And although Madrid and Barcelona are popular cities worth visiting, there are plenty of must-see islands, too. From the Balearics to the Canaries, we picked out the best Spanish islands to add to your bucket list.

7 of the Best Trips for Introverts

Introverts are often thought to be shy and timid, though recent studies have shown that this isn’t always the case. Sure, introverts may relish their alone time, but some just function better in smaller groups or in shorter social periods. Introverts will likely want to skip places where public interaction is inescapable and it’s hard…