Casa Batlló is a renowned architectural masterpiece in Barcelona. It’s a true testament to the creative genius of Antoni Gaudí. This Modernist gem has a whimsical organic design, featuring undulating facades, colorful mosaics, and imaginative interiors. Casa Battlo is Gaudí at his hallucinatory, dreamlike best. The building is a must visit in Barcelona, especially if … Read more
Planning a visit to the magnificent Alhambra? You’re in for a treat! This Alhambra guide covers everything you need to see and do, from the mighty Alcazaba to the ornate Nasrid Palace to the stunning Generalife Gardens. In addition to highlighting the top sites, this guide also includes essential tips for visiting the Alhambra. As … Read more
Are you an art lover planning a trip to Spain? Here’s my guide to the best art museums in Spain. Spain is a veritable art lover’s paradise, a treasure trove of gorgeous art from north to south. There are over 1500 museums in Spain. Spain’s best museums are teeming with masterpieces of both Spanish and … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the magnificent, but unfinished, Sagrada Familia in Barcelona Spain. It’s a hugely popular must see site in Barcelona. This guide tells you everything to see at Sagrada. It’s also filled with useful tips, which will help you plan your visit and make the most of your time. Sagrada Família is … Read more
Here’s my guide to Francisco Goya’s so-called “Black Paintings” in Madrid’s Prado Museum. The Prado is Spain’s cultural jewel and best museum. One of the highlights of a visit to the Prado is seeing Francesco Goya’s haunting Black Paintings. They’re riveting must see works at the Prado. The Black Paintings are some of the most … Read more
Picassophiles unite! Here’s the ultimate guide to finding Picasso’s artwork and masterpieces in Europe. This Europe travel guide takes you to all the Picasso themed museums in Europe — in France, Spain, Switzerland and Germany. Pablo Ruiz Picasso was a revolutionary. His art is unparalleled in terms of quality, quality, and vitality. With his countless … Read more
Planning a trip to Spain and need some destination inspiration? To help you along, here’s my guide to the 30 most famous landmarks in Spain. Spain is a gorgeous country. It boasts a heady mix of diverse landscapes, world famous landmarks, massive cathedrals and iconic museums. From Barcelona’s patron saint Antoni Gaudi to Frank Gehry … Read more
“There are no straight lines or sharp corners in nature. Therefore, buildings must have no straight lines or sharp corners. — Antoni Gaudí Here’s my guide to visiting the magnificent Casa Milà. This Barcelona landmark is also known as La Pedrera. La Pedrera is the fantastical creation of Antoni Gaudi, one of Spains’ greatest architects. … Read more
Here’s my artsy wanderlust guide to the best virtual museums in Spain for at home culture vultures. Do you need some digital destination inspiration for a future trip to Spain? Or just an injection of online Spanish culture? No problem! You can virtually tour Spain’s best museums even if you’re at home, right from your … Read more
“I will be a genius, and the world will admire me.” — Salvador Dali, age 16 Here’s my guide to the Dalì Theater and Museum, or Teatro-Museo Dalí, in Figueres Spain. It’s one of Spain’s best small museums. It’s eccentric. But then so is its namesake, the famed Surrealist artist Salvador Dalì. When one thinks … Read more