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A Local’s Guide to Travel in Galicia, Spain
Galicia, tucked away in the far northwestern corner of Spain is an island unto itself. Unlike anywhere else on the Iberian Peninsula, this is a truly unique place to explore.
Travel Guide to Segovia, Spain
Said to have been founded by Hercules himself, the city of Segovia is the stuff of legends. With cobbled streets, fortified walls, and the finest aqueduct in Europe, this is a medieval masterpiece.
Travel Guide to Ávila, Spain
The home of Santa Teresa, Ávila is a picturesque and historic city famed for its incredible fortified walls. Just a short ride away from Madrid, it’s one of the best places to visit in central Spain.
Travel Guide to Gijón, Spain - A Lively Coastal Escape
Gijón, on the coast of Asturias, is a lively seaside city with a charming historic core, great beaches, and fantastic access to nature and green spaces. With an energy unlike anywhere else in Spain, it’s not to be missed!
Travel Guide to Toledo, Spain - the City of Three Cultures
Just a short train ride from Madrid, Toledo stands as a testament to the country’s storied past, a nation where cultures have converged throughout history.
A Local’s Guide to Visiting Coimbra, Portugal - the City of Students
Famous for its ancient university, Coimbra is known as the City of Students. The city certainly lives up to that nickname, but it has much to offer beyond just that.
A Local’s Guide To Visiting Segesta, Sicily - An Ancient Elymian Settlement
A comprehensive guide to visiting the Segesta archaeological park in Sicily. How to get here, how long to spend, practical tips for planning your trip, and a complete itinerary.
A Local’s Guide to Visiting the Atacama Desert
The Atacama Desert is the driest place in the world and its surreal landscapes are like nowhere else on Earth. Covering 1/6th of Chile’s landmass, it’s a must-visit destination.
A Local’s Guide to Santiago, Chile
Santiago, Chile, long overshadowed by its more glamorous neighbors of Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, is now firmly a destination in its own right.
Travel Guide to Lima, Peru - What to See and Do
Peru's often overlooked capital city is well worth a few days of your time. Discover what to see & do, where to stay, what to eat, and how to enjoy a few days in Peru's gloriously hectic capital!
A Local’s Guide to Visiting Chile’s Lake District
Chile’s Lake District is a genuinely stunning region of volcanoes, mountains, lakes, rivers, and ancient forests. If it’s nature and adventure that you’re after, there’s no better place to be.
A Local’s Guide to Visiting Torres del Paine, Chile
If you’re after stunning, undisturbed nature during your visit to Chile, look no further than Torres del Paine National Park.
Travel Guide to Peru’s North Coast - Big Surf, Sandy Beaches, and Empty Ruins
From lounging on the beach in Mancora and surfing the world's longest wave in Chicama to fabulous ceviche in Chiclayo and the desert ruins of Chan Chan and Caral, the North Coast is an adventurer's paradise.
A Local’s Guide to Visiting Chiloé, Chile
The remote island of Chiloé is unlike anywhere else in Chile. Blessed with natural beauty, a unique culture, and one of the few places where you can still find Valdivian rainforest, this is somewhere not to be missed.
Travel Guide to Bilbao, Spain - What to See & Do
The Basque Country’s industrial and cultural powerhouse, Bilbao is one of the coolest cities in Spain.
A Local’s Guide to Visiting Salerno, Italy
Often overlooked in favor of its more famous neighbors on the Amalfi Coast, Salerno is a wonderful city that perfectly blends aspects of northern and southern Italy.
Travel Guide to Oviedo, Spain - Asturias’ Underrated Capital
Asturias’ capital city of Oviedo regularly gets overlooked in favor of regional powerhouses like San Sebastian, Santiago de Compostela, and Bilbao, but you shouldn’t make that mistake!
Travel Guide to San Sebastian, Spain - What to See & Do
The complete guide to visiting the Basque Country’s most elegant city and Northern Spain’s gastronomic capital; San Sebastian!
One Week Sicily Itinerary - Catania & the East
This 7-day itinerary covers the highlights (and a few hidden gems) of Eastern Sicily. The journey begins in Catania and heads up to chic Taormina and rugged Mount Etna before runnng south through the towns of the Val di Noto.
Travel Guide to Santander, Spain
The complete guide to visiting Santander, one of the jewels of northern Spain.