Stopping off in Lyon for just a couple of nights on our way to Austria, we were pleasantly surprised by this quiet city. Enjoying summer vacations like the rest of France and Spain, we found many shops to be closed in Lyon. That just added to the quiet appeal. After arriving and finally settling in … Continue reading
Just north of Barcelona, deep in the heart of Catalonia is the small city of Girona. Rich with history, it also has a few surprises that you may not hear about until arriving. One such surprise,a and my favorite part about our three days there, was the abundance of great restaurants. Having just left Barcelona … Continue reading
One can argue that the most important part of traveling and experiencing a new destination should include tasting the local cuisine. Well I’m not one to disagree with that idea. I enjoy drinking merrily and eating heartily in nearly any new spot. In many cases I fall in love with the area’s dishes if not … Continue reading
The unique landscape of the Priorat region is best known for its wine and olive oil. However, it contains another hidden gem in the town of Siurana, a city dating back to prehistory as a flint workshop and later as a Muslim stronghold, specifically La Siuranella Hotel and Restaurant. Driving up mountain switchbacks to Siurana, … Continue reading
Nestled next to the Penedes mountains and surrounded by old vines, the town of Torre – Romona holds a captivating appeal. At the heart of the town lies an imposing three story house, which originally belonged to the richest family in the village and dates back back to the 17th century. Servant houses nearly as … Continue reading
