Spring in Southern Spain
For our next month-at-a-time adventure, we are getting an early start on spring in Málaga, Valencia, and Cádiz, Spain.
Four Spanish Saints
During our three-month trip to northern and central Spain, we resolved to visit the shrines to four Spanish saints.
The Habsburgs and the Bourbons
The Habsburg and then the Bourbon royal families have ruled Spain for the past five centuries.
The Spanish Civil War
The acrimonious political divisions that led to the atrocities of the Spanish Civil War serve as a reminder to stand up and vote.
Monumental Madrid
Madrid’s impressive statues, fountains, and memorials beautifully exhibit its history and position in the world.
The Bridges of Bilbao
Before crossing out of the Basque Country, went to see the bridges of Bilbao.
Another Pintxo Please
In the Basque Country, it is not hard to find something good to eat.
Pilgrimage on the Basque Coast
Our walks on the Basque coast passed sandy beaches, fertile vineyards, geologic wonders, and scenery befitting a mythical television series.
The Baffling Basques
In the Basque Country, we have encountered a wonderful land of enigmatic people conversing in a melodic and mysterious tongue.
A Month on the Basque Coast of Spain
From Catalonia, we have crossed the Pyrenees Mountains, and settled for a month on the Basque Coast of Spain.
