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Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes When Visiting La Sagrada Familia

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5 Mistakes You Should Avoid at La Sagrada Familia

Don't Make These 5 Mistakes When Visiting La Sagrada Familia - Interior of the church

La Sagrada Familia is without a doubt one of the must-see places in Spain. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a 135-year-old basilica designed by the famous Catalan architect, Antoni Gaudí. Although I wholeheartedly dislike the city of Barcelona, I would go there simply to visit La Sagrada Familia. I should warn you that this basilica is a tourist-packed behemoth. It’s a good idea to prepare for your visit. To help with that, I figured it would be easier to tell you what NOT to do. Here are 5 mistakes you don’t want to make when visiting La Sagrada Familia.

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Spain Bucket List: Forget Barcelona, Why Granada is the Best Place to Visit in Spain

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Why Granada Is the Number 1 Place To Visit in Spain

Why Granada is the best city to visit in Spain - La Alhambra

Granada is the reason why I fell in love with Spain. In the spring of 2012, a friend and I took a 13-hour bus down there from Bilbao, on opposite end of the country. It cost about 20 euros, perfect for broke college students. I wanted to see La Alhambra, the famous 13th-century palace from Spain’s Muslim era. But what I discovered was a city that embodies the essence of Spain – the spirited people, rich history, warm climate, narrow streets with flower pots, traditional Flamenco shows…Granada has it all. I want to show you why Granada in the best place to visit in Spain.

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Spain Bucket List: 10 Unconventional Tips for Women Traveling Solo in Spain

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10 Unconventional Tips for Solo Travel in Spain

10 Unconventional Tips for Women Traveling in Spain - Plaza Mayor Madrid

In this guide, I’m sharing tips for women traveling solo in Spain. You’ve probably read a million solo travel guides that tell you the same generic, touristy things to do – go to this cathedral, eat [insert popular dish], drink [insert popular beverage]. This is not one of those guides! Spain is one country where you should ditch those cookie-cutter travel tips. If you’re a female solo traveler looking to have an amazing time in Spain, here are 10 unconventional travel tips for you.

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Spain Bucket List: The 10 Best Beaches in Spain You Should Visit Before You Die

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The 10 Best Beaches in Spain You Should Visit At Least Once

 

10 beaches in Spain You Should Visit Before you die - Platja de Treumal

With 3,000 miles of coastline and two islands, Spain has no shortage of beautiful beaches. But not all beaches are created equal so I did some digging to determine which Spanish beaches you need to visit. This list is based on my travels around Spain and recommendations from my Spanish friends. If you’re looking for the best beaches to visit in Spain, skip Barcelona and head to one (or all) of these destinations. In no particular order, here are the 10 best beaches in Spain you need to see before you die.

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Spain Bucket List: The 8 Most Beautiful Cities in To Visit in Spain

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8 Most Underrated and Beautiful Places You Must Visit in Spain

8 Beautiful and Underrated Cities in Spain to Visit Now - Segovia

Every list of top places to visit in Spain includes the usual suspects – Barcelona, Madrid, Sevilla, maybe Valencia. But Spain is brimming with beautiful, lesser-known destinations you shouldn’t overlook! If you’re looking for more exciting destinations to add to your Spain itinerary, here are the 8 most beautiful and underrated cities in Spain to visit.

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Spain Bucket List: 15 Photos That Will Inspire You to Visit the Cies Islands

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These 15 Photos Will Inspire You To Visit the Cies Islands20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit the Cies Islands - Galicia Spain Travel Aerial View of Cies Islands

On my Instagram stories, I recently conducted a poll with the question: Have you ever heard of the Cies Islands? Out of dozens of people who responded, 39% voted yes and 61% voted no. I wasn’t entirely surprised. The Cies Islands in Galicia, Spain are still a well-kept secret even though National Geographic voted one of the beaches there, Rodas Beach, as the best in the world. Located right off Spain’s northwestern coast, the Cies Islands offer a relaxing escape in an untouched natural environment. I’ll show, not tell, you why you need to add these islands to your bucket list. Here are 15 photos that will inspire you to visit the Cies Islands – like right now.

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