Seville Snapshots: Reflecting on 2012 at Parc Guell, Barcelona
As I sat having a beer at 11 a.m. a few days ago with my family, I slipped off my coat and let the sun shine right on my face.…
Trendy Christmas Party: Seville’s Young Fashion Designer Scene
When Seville's Fine Arts College expanded its fashion design and merchandising department, young designers came to its catwalk and state-of-the-art new building to pursue fashion degrees that extend far beyond…
How a misguided GPS lead us to a good find, but bad luck
"BUT I CAN'T FIGURE OUT HOW TO GET OUT OF THE PARKING LOT!" I wailed, confused at how to even put the rental car into reverse. "Dude, let's ask PSY,"…
Seville Snapshot: Bodega Marqués de Riscal in Eltziego (País Vasco)
As a traveler, I should take pride in really getting to know a city, to meeting and talking with its people and to finding its heart. Travel Confession: I love…
Tapa Thursdays: Eating (and drinking) La Rioja
When it came to the last region of Spain left to visit, I didn't have to do much planning: I was in La Rioja, Spain's wine country, and I was…
Seville Snapshot: Christmas Lights at Town Hall
When it comes to Christmas, I'm typically a Scrooge. My ears bleed when I hear Christmas Carols or their Spanish counterpart, and the only redeeming part of the season are…