Valencia is the third largest city in Spain and was an optional stop on the Busabout route between Barcelona and Madrid. A few of us hopped off the bus, curious about what we would find. I was told the Old Town was nice enough, the City of Arts and Sciences was futuristic and cool and... Continue Reading →
Three Experiences with Food and Drinks in Barcelona
Barcelona is a pretty excellent foodie destination and meals, generally, are quite affordable. At least in comparison to the prices I saw in Italy and France. The trend here, however, is the daily menu which generally includes two courses, dessert, bread and a beverage for a set price. There are ethnic restaurants, traditional restaurants, tapa... Continue Reading →
Spanish Cooking Experience with the Travel Bar
One of Busabout’s recommended partners in Barcelona is a company, catering primarily to backpackers and exchange students, imaginatively named the Travel Bar. They have a variety of offerings, ranging from walking tours to bike tours to snorkeling trips, plus they operate several bars within Barcelona’s core. One excursion that most of us on the coach... Continue Reading →