Budgeting for vacation can be tricky, especially in a city with so many options. In Paris, there is no upper limit when it comes to how much you can spend, and exercising restraint can often be a challenge. But you don’t need to spend a lot of money to have a good time—or a good […]
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Enjoying a Layover in Paris: Best Activities for Foodies & Explorers
We can all agree that sipping wine on a sunny terrace is more enjoyable than hanging around the airport. But Paris’ airports are not in the city center. So can you soak in some culture during your layover in Paris and make it back in time for your connecting flight? Well, as long as you […]
Top 6 Places for the Best Cataplana in Lisbon
There’s nothing like a steaming seafood stew to raise your spirits—and that’s exactly what this traditional dish does. Here’s where to get the best cataplana in Lisbon! If you’ve ever been to a traditional Portuguese restaurant or eaten with a Portuguese family, you know how much this country loves seafood. It’s no wonder; much of […]
How Much to Budget for Food Per Day in Barcelona
Barcelona is a magical city full of amazing places to eat, but it has a reputation for being a little pricey. So, what is the cost of food per day in Barcelona? We’ll give you some insight into that question along with some recommendations for great value food in Barcelona. Breakfast In Barcelona, breakfast is light—a […]
Our Picks for the 5 Best Seafood Restaurants in Seville
It’s hard to mention Seville without the topic of tapas popping up. With one comes the other, and that’s just one of the many reasons why this adore this Andalusian gem. But along with the Iberian ham, olives, and various local favorites such as snails and pringa, there is an abundance of delicious seafood plates […]
5 Barcelona Restaurants That Are Almost Always Open—Even on Holidays
In Spain we love to celebrate! We thus find many reasons to have a national or local holiday, which subsequently means that many restaurants are closed.But there are always those few wonderful underdogs that stay open on Sundays, Mondays, Festes Majors (like this one in Gràcia) and even during religious holidays. As a visitor to […]
Where to Find the Tastiest Cheap Eats in Seville
So you’re in Seville and you love good food, but you’re on a budget. Well, you just may be in your ideal travel destination. You don’t have to look too hard to find cheap eats in Seville. It’s a relatively economical place to dine out, and the tapas culture lends itself to sharing bites with […]
Dive Into a Shell Paradise: San Sebastian’s Top 7 Seafood Bites
Spain’s “Northern Pearl” hasn’t forgotten about its fishing-port origins, and neither have our taste buds! The cold Cantabrian Sea doesn’t just wash the shores of Playa de la Concha—it also provides the best seafood for the restaurants in San Sebastian. Trust us for a finger-licking experience and get ready for an unforgettable “port-to-table” moment. No […]
Where to Eat on Holidays in San Sebastian: Restaurants That Are Always Open
We understand the struggle: finding a great dinner spot in San Sebastian on many Mondays, some Tuesdays, and public holidays can feel like an impossible mission. Holiday season can be especially tricky in a small city like San Sebastian: many family-run bars and restaurants close their doors for small periods of time. But no matter […]
8 Unmissable Lunch Spots in Barcelona That Locals Love
Lunch in Barcelona, when done right, can be both very affordable and of tremendous quality. Here in Spain, lunch is the main meal of the day, so many restaurants offer a “menú del día”—a fixed-price lunch deal that usually includes a primero (first course), a segundo (second course) and postre (dessert) and is typically cheaper […]
