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5 things you need to do when in Catalonia
The Catalan region of Spain is host to some of Europe’s most unique culture. It’s a real challenge to see everything in a couple of weeks so here’s a quick-fire guide to help you pick the best stuff when you visit the region. 1) Go to a museum in Barcelona There is a plethora…
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Travel Photo Thursday — April 25th, 2013 — Travel Memories From Spain
Welcome to another week of Travel Photo Thursday. While it hasn’t been a hectic week travel wise, it has been frantic on the work front. Thankfully, midterms end tomorrow, and once all the marking is done, it will be back to normal. I am dreaming and reminiscing this week, and my thoughts are turning to…
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Finding the True Flavours of Tenerife
Tenerife’s year-round warm climate draws millions of tourists annually. Most head to purpose built resorts on Tenerife’s south coast where many restaurants offer ‘international’ fare. What they rarely offer is traditional Canary Islands cuisine. For anyone wanting an authentic taste of the island, you really need to get out of the resorts…
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What to Eat at Christmas in the Balearics
Holidays are an ideal time to experience delicious new cuisine in a foreign setting. The Mediterranean Balearic Islands boast an exciting culinary tradition. Famous for their seafood, the islands attract holiday-makers all year round with their fresh grilled fish and local fish stews. The food on these islands is remarkably different to that of…