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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Exploring Madrid´s little known medieval (Muslim) legacy

David Paul Appell I've always had a fascinating for things medieval. Would never want to have actually lived back in the Middle Ages, mind you - perish the thought. But the architecture and atmosphere of the Romanesque and the Gothic have always captivated me. And while my adopted country provides more than enough to delight me on this front year after year, I've been enjoying my home town Madrid more for its marvelous architecture and monuments dating from the mid-16th century onward, when…

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Flamenco: the soul of Spain?

Ask many people around the world what comes to mind when they think of Spain, and chances are flamenco will land near the top of the list. The sinuous moves; the rapid, hypnotic shoe tapping; the staccato hand-clapping; the mesmerising guitarwork; the plaintive singing - if you've never witnessed a performance in person, your first time in particular will stay with you forever.An art form and indeed a sensibility closely intertwined with the culture and traditions of Andalusia, flamenco grew…

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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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  • Tripatini May 17, 2012 at 8:58pm

    Now on our blog: great free stuff to do/see in Alicante!

  • Tripatini March 27, 2012 at 9:50pm

    A Tripatini member is wondering how recommendable these days is the Costa Brava for a vacation - and if so, where are the best spots to choose?  If you can shed light on this, please respond not here but at this link to our Ask A Travel Expert forum.  Gracias!

  • Tripatini February 29, 2012 at 9:47pm

    Anyone know about especially authentic/less touristy flamenco options in Seville? One of our members would love to hear from you - and please reply not on this wall but at this link to our Ask A Travel .... Gracias!

  • Iberia Airlines December 12, 2011 at 9:38pm

    We have just received initial guidelines from the Spanish government reguarding minimum guaranteed service during the two one-day work stoppages by one of our pilots' unions; we still need to translate these guidelines into a list of specific flights that will or will not be affected, and are working to do that very quickly. In the meantime, you can get a better idea of how this strike will affect flights on short- medium- and long-haul routes at the following post on our blog:

    http://megustavolar.iberia.com/2011/12/servicios-minimos-dictados-p...

  • Iberia Airlines November 25, 2011 at 7:30pm

    CaixaForum and Paris' Louvre Museum present Eugène Delacroix at the CaixaForum in Madrid: Drama, exoticism, movement, and color - the revolutionary and first modern painter to express Romanticism on canvas. Untill January 12, 2012. (Link below.) Book flights to Madrid on Iberia.com.

    http://press.lacaixa.es/socialprojects/exhibition-delacroix-caixafo...

  • David Paul Appell September 23, 2011 at 7:04pm
    Can you help with suggestions for affordable accommodations in or near Barcelona?  If so, please respond by clicking on this like to "Ask A Travel Pro."
  • 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!!
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