Beyond Amsterdam
In Alkmaar, we rented a small apartment, bought a couple of second-hand bikes, and set out to explore the province of North Holland.
Hello Holland
Over the next two months, we hope to keep our feet dry as we explore the Dutch provinces of North and South Holland.
The All-Purpose Andalusian Horse
To get to know the versatile Andalusian horse, we visited the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art and the Yeguada de la Cartuja stud farm.
Semana Santa in Southern Spain
Semana Santa (Holy Week) is the most important religious holiday in Spain.
Navigating the Sherry Triangle
Jerez de la Frontera, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, and El Puerto de Santa Maria form the Sherry Triangle, home to the sherry wines of southern Spain.
True Paella Valenciana
To find and consume true paella valenciana, went to see paella’s rural birthplace on the banks of the Albufera lagoon.
Fallas Festival of Valencia
The Fallas Festival of Valencia culminates on March 19th with a riot of fireworks and bonfires that would even inspire Burning Man to stand up and cheer.
The High Price of Valencian Mud
Valencia is one of Spain’s principal ceramic centers.
Sensational Valencia
After our first week here, Valencia has proven to be a veritable feast for the senses.
Authentic Axarquía
East of Málaga city we explored the Axarquía region, a refreshingly authentic part of southern Spain.
