Category: Spain
La Malva-rosa is a coastal neighborhood in Valencia, Spain. It lies on the eastern edge of the city, where the urban grid meets the Mediterranean Sea. The area is defined by its wide beach and the long promenade that borders it. For generations, it has been a primary seaside destination for the residents of Valencia….
Terramelar is a residential neighborhood located within the municipality of Paterna, Spain. It sits in the immediate metropolitan area of Valencia, directly adjacent to the city’s main trade fair complex. The neighborhood was developed as a planned community in the late 20th century. Terramelar is positioned between the Feria Valencia and the CV-35 motorway, providing…
Les Tendetes is a neighborhood located in the La Saïdia district of Valencia. It sits just north of the city’s historic center, bordered by the Turia Gardens and the northern avenues. This is a primarily residential area, with streets that contain local bakeries, small shops, and tapas bars frequented by residents. The neighborhood’s name, Valencian…
Beniferri is a district in the northwest of Valencia, Spain, located within the larger Pobles de l’Oest area. Situated just 4.5 kilometers from Valencia’s city center, it has a population of approximately 1,400 residents. The district’s geography reflects its historical roots in the Valencian huerta, or agricultural plain. Beniferri is located directly adjacent to major…
Burjassot is a town and municipality in the province of Valencia, Spain. It is located in the L’Horta Nord comarca, as part of the fertile Valencian huerta (agricultural plain). With a population of approximately 39,800 residents, it is a key suburban area within the Valencia metropolis. The town is located just 4 kilometers northwest of…
Benimàmet is a district within the city of Valencia, Spain. It is located just 4.5 kilometers northwest of Valencia’s city center. As of 2023, Benimàmet has a population of approximately 15,000 residents. Administratively, it is part of the larger Campanar district of Valencia, but it retains its own distinct identity as a former independent municipality….
Valencia is a major city on Spain’s eastern Mediterranean coast and serves as the capital of the autonomous community of Valencia. The city is situated on a fertile plain on the banks of the Turia River. After a major flood in 1957, the river’s course was diverted south of the city center. This left a…
Zaragoza is the capital city of the Aragon region in northeastern Spain. The city is located on the fertile plain of the Ebro River. The Ebro is the longest river located entirely within Spain and also the country’s largest by volume of flow. With a metropolitan area population of approximately 743,000, Zaragoza is Spain’s fifth-largest…
Xàtiva, a city steeped in history, lies in the Valencian Community of eastern Spain. It is known for its ancient roots and commanding castle. This captivating destination sits on the fertile plain of the River Albaida, a tributary of the Xúquer. It serves as a vital hub for the La Costera comarca (county). As of…
Have you as a dad ever traveled alone with your daughter when she was really young? If not, then you have missed something amazing. I first traveled alone with Little A when she was about one year old and we flew to Kiruna in northern Sweden. That time we met up with my parents, but…
We recently visited the Canary Island of Tenerife. As with many other southern European countries, I didn’t think I would ever have the confidence to drive in Spain. Then you start to consider that Tenerife is an island, and I had already driven on both Madeira and Kefalonia. How big a difference could it be?…
On Tenerife, we rented a car for three days. The first day we drove across the eastern tip and the Anaga Rural Park. On the second day, we went across the island, via Mount Teide. And on the third and last day, we planned to drive across the western tip. That’s where you find the…