Spain is known for its sandy beaches, its food, and its red wine. How many do not connect the thought of summer with tapas and sangria? Many Europeans have at one point in time visited Spain and especially in the Nordic countries, this is one of the most popular tourist destinations.
Spain is another of the countries of which Susann has called her home. Here she lived in Valencia and it is there that our stories from Spain begins. Together we have been to Valencia, Zaragoza, and Tenerife.
Visited: 2014, 2019
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Cruz del Carmen is a scenic viewpoint and a key access point to the Anaga Rural Park on the island of Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands of Spain. A “mirador” is a purpose-built lookout point, usually situated at a high elevation to offer expansive views of the surrounding landscape. Cruz del Carmen is not…
Caleta de Fuste is a major holiday resort located on the eastern coast of the island of Fuerteventura, one of the Canary Islands of Spain. It is a part of the municipality of Antigua. The resort is also known by several other names, including El Castillo and Costa Caleta. It is a purpose-built tourist town,…
Corralejo is a town located on the northeastern coast of the island of Fuerteventura, one of the Canary Islands of Spain. It is a part of the municipality of La Oliva. With a population of around 18,000 inhabitants, Corralejo is the largest resort town on the island. It has developed from a small and quiet…
Masca is a small mountain village located on the island of Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands of Spain. It is a part of the municipality of Buenavista del Norte. With a small permanent population of around 90 inhabitants, Masca is renowned for its dramatic and picturesque setting. The village is situated at an altitude…
Mirador La Cruz de Hilda is a scenic viewpoint located in the Teno Rural Park, on the island of Tenerife. A “mirador” is a purpose-built lookout point, usually situated at a high elevation to offer expansive views of the surrounding landscape. This mirador is located on the main TF-436 road, just a few kilometers above…
Mirador de Cherfe is a scenic viewpoint located in the Teno Rural Park, on the island of Tenerife. A “mirador” is a purpose-built lookout point, usually situated at a high elevation to offer expansive views of the surrounding landscape. This mirador is located on the main TF-436 road that connects the towns of Buenavista del…
Mirador Altos de Baracán is a scenic viewpoint located in the Teno Rural Park, on the island of Tenerife. A “mirador” is a purpose-built lookout point, usually situated at a high elevation to offer expansive views of the surrounding landscape. This mirador is located on the main TF-436 road that connects the towns of Buenavista…
Paterna is a city and municipality in the comarca of Horta Oest, located in the immediate metropolitan area of Valencia, Spain. It sits on the left bank of the Turia River, with parts of the Turia Natural Park within its territory. With a municipal population of approximately 73,000 residents, it is one of the largest…
Dénia is a city on the eastern coast of Spain, located in the province of Alicante within the Valencian Community. The city is situated on the Mediterranean coast along the Costa Blanca, positioned midway between the larger cities of Alicante and Valencia. According to 2023 data, the municipality has a population of approximately 45,000 residents….
Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located almost exactly at the geographical heart of the Iberian Peninsula. The city sits on a high plateau known as the Meseta Central, and its elevation of approximately 667 meters makes it one of Europe’s highest capital cities. With a population of around 3.3 million people…
Benicalap is a district in the northern part of Valencia, Spain. It is a primarily residential area composed of apartment blocks, local shops, and public green spaces. A visit here provides a look into the daily life of Valencia, separate from the main tourist areas in the city’s historic center or along the coast. The…
El Cabanyal is a historic neighborhood located in the maritime district of Valencia, Spain. Positioned directly west of the city’s main beaches, it began as a fishing village. Today, it is known for its grid of streets that runs parallel to the sea and for its buildings decorated with colorful tiles. The neighborhood retains a…