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Take it from us, this impressive, progressive country's miles beyond iconic but stereotypical bullfights, flamenco, and mass beach tourism, with historic sights reaching back to the era of ancient Greece, wine regions, skiing, some of Europe's most cutting-edge culture; and a gorgeous tapestry of different cultures and languages. ¡Viva España!

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Spain's wonderful (and sometimes wild) west: Extremadura

Mariaplr Hugging Spain's upper border with Portugal, the autonomous community of Extremadura, composed of the provinces of Cáceres and Badajoz, is well known to other Spaniards as a proud land of strong traditions; rich history; distinguished cuisine; and fascinating historic, architectural, and natural riches. In fact, in particular this is considered one of the country's under-the-radar eco-paradises, with extensive and dramatic valleys, plains, and natural parks that attract nature-lovers…

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What not to miss in Barcelona

walkerssk/pixabay There's a good reason Spain's second largest city after Madrid is one of Europe's (indeed, the world's) most popular cities - famous and beloved for its art, architecture, culture, cuisine, and nightlife ever since hosting the 1992 Summer Olympic Games. It's also the capital of the region of Catalonia, one of Spain's nations along with Galicia and Euskadi (aka the Basque Country), with its own distinct language and culture. Well, there's a lot to unpack here, so let's…

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Madrid as one of Europe´s most LGBTQ/gay-welcoming cities

Javitouh These days, Spain is one of the world's most socially progressive countries - for example, it was the third to legalise same-sex marriage, back in 2005 - and has legal safeguards in place for marriage equality, same-sex adoption rights, and anti-discrimination laws. And its capital, despite being ruled by the rightwing Partido Popular, is in turn is one of the its most progressive, and is home to a community of a vigorous LGBTQ community estimatated at around a half million. The…

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A poopy Christmas in Catalonia

agafapaperiapunta Catalans are traditionally a bit scatological, and they’ve got not one but two traditions to prove it. First is a Christmas log called Tió de Nadal or Caga Tió (“pooping log”), a hollowed-out bit of rustic wood – usually around a foot long – with a smiley face and draped with a blanket. When kids smack it with sticks, they´re rewarded with candies, nuts, turrón (holiday nougat), and little gifts which get “pooped” out of its back end. More explicitly fecal-centered, the…

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David Paul Appell September 20, 2011 at 2:48pm

Anyone familiar with Hotel La Barracuda in Torremolinos? A member would love your opinion - please reply by clicking on this link to Ask A Travel Pro.

Muchas gracias!!
Jose R. Garrigo August 26, 2011 at 10:03pm

Hi Richard, I was in Alicante a couple of years ago. Don't know where Calpe is. There's a toll highway from Alicante to Madrid and it took us about four hours. Nothing spectacularly beautiful. There are trains from Alicante to Madrid. Check www.renfe.com for itineraries and price. You could fly but don't save time. Alicante city is on the Mediterranean coast and attractive. Great seafood. Good fish or land paellas. Nice local wines, including DO Alicante itself, Yecla and nearby Murcia.
Richard Simmons August 26, 2011 at 9:26pm

Ola everyone !

I will be staying in Calpe, near Alicante quite soon, and would like to visit a friend in Madrid for a day or two.

I am interested to know the best way to travel to Madrid. Would I need to go from Alicante, or is there another way?

I would prefer to go by train for quickness, but am interested in any possible options. I'd very grateful if anyone has any info.

Best wishes,

Richard ( richsimmons333@hotmail.com )
David Paul Appell August 18, 2011 at 11:54pm

Can anyone help a Tripatini member with a question about hiking in the Alpujarras and/or the Pyrenees? If so, please reply by clicking on this link, gracias!!
Richard Parrott August 13, 2011 at 12:38am

I'm heading for Spain for two weeks in September.
David Paul Appell May 2, 2011 at 10:32pm

Which are your favorite sites/sights in Spain? Here's one member's take, new on our blog.
David Paul Appell April 29, 2011 at 8:24pm

A Tripatini member has a question about honeymooning in Spain. Please click here if you can help. Gracias!
Portugal Dream Coast April 28, 2011 at 6:46pm

The “Navy Day” will be celebrated in the city of Setúbal, with several activities between 14th and 22nd May, celebrating the arrival of the Vasco da Gama Armada to Celecute. Church event of suffrage of the Military, military ceremony, skills demonstration at Sado River and Marine Parade. An amazing week in Setúbal.
David Paul Appell April 22, 2011 at 5:16pm

A Tripatini member has a question about Palma de Mallorca. Please click here to help. Thanks!

Palma de Mallorca luxury hotel needed

I am in need of 4 or 5 Star Hotels in Palma, on the Beach . for July 2011. Any recommendations to offer please?
David Paul Appell April 14, 2011 at 12:16am

New in the Tripatini blog: an island-by-island primer to the Canary Islands.