Museums in Madrid: what to see when you’ve done the Prado, the Reina Sofia and the Thyssen

Updated November 2025Madrid is a city of museums - there are nearly 50 of them, ranging from historical to whimsical. Once you've hit the big three – the unreal classic…

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Exploring the Wonders of Dalt Vila, Ibiza’s Old Town

There's more to Ibiza than Pacha, the jet set or kitesurfing. Dalt Vila, meaning ‘Upper Town’, is a significant fortified acropolis that has retained all of its charm; in fact,…

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Photo Post: Palacio de Las Dueñas, the Duquesa de Alba’s Treasured Home in Sevilla

Just like on the day of her death, my phone started pinging with the news that the Duquesa de Alba's beloved palace, Palacio de las Dueñas, would be converted into…

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Seville Snapshots: The Pabellón de Navigación

Seville's history is intertwined with the sea, despite being inland. It was here that The Catholic Kings gave Christopher Columbus permission and a couple of big boats to go find…

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From Wine Tasting to Extraordinary Architecture: Discovering the Douro Valley

Author's Note: Seville wasn't always the object of my Spanish affection: I spent six weeks living with a host family in Valladolid, perfecting my castellano accent and drinking copious amounts…

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Seville Snapshots: Twilight at the Setas of Plaza de la Encarnacion

Planning a trip to Seville? Look no further than Sandra of Seville Traveller. Like me, a visit to Seville brought her back to live in the capital of Andalusia, and…

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