Madrid
April 4, 2022
We opted to splurge a bit on the hotel for our last two nights in Spain and stay centrally rather than near the airport.
March-April 2022 | 27 days
This was my second trip to Spain and our first trip here together. My first trip barely counts though, since I spent it on the beach and in the bars in Torremolinos.
We loved the architecture, which was our main theme. So much of it and so interesting. The culture was a contrast to the more informal, relaxed, beachy Spanish-speaking locations we’ve been to in the western hemisphere. It required some adjustment in expectations. That’s why we travel, right?
Other recent trips
Costa Rica Coast-to-Coast
COVID-19 was still disrupting travel plans and causing stress so we decided to return to a country we’ve been to before that was open to travelers. We may have found our ideal Costa Rica itinerary: wildlife viewing sandwiched in between beach time.
Greece: Cyclades and Rhodes
This was our second trip to Greece. We hit Rhodes first before heading and our favorite beach town (Perissa) for a relaxing end to our trip, with some of the less commonly visited Cyclades Islands in between. It was a great mix of the old buildings, charming villages, beaches, and walking.
Natchez Trace and the Gulf
When COVID-19 forced us to postpone our trip to Spain for another year we took the opportunity to drive the Natchez Trace Parkway, a road trip we’ve been wanting to do. We combined that with a couple of weeks along the Gulf of Mexico for some beach time and long walks in nice weather.
Texas Road Trip
We'd planned to go snorkeling in the Caribbean but COVID forced us to stay in the USA. We took the opportunity to drive to Big Bend National Park to go hiking instead. And hit Austin and San Antonio for some urban exploring, and Port Aransas for the beach and birds.
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Upcoming trips
North Wales and the Lake District
Four weeks of hiking, castles, and scenic train trips, followed by a few days in London. Postponed from 2020 to 2021 ... and now to 2022.
Fall 2022
Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao
Four weeks of hiking, snorkeling, and beaches in the "ABC" islands: Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. Postponed from 2021 due to COVID-19.
Winter 2023
Yosemite Road Trip
Four weeks of hiking in Yosemite National Park — one of our bucket list locations — with stops at other national parks and another bucket list stop, Santa Fe, along the way.
Spring 2023
Most recent posts
Basilica de San Juan de Dios
April 2, 2022
The Basilica de San Juan de Dios was the last elaborate church interior of our trip, and what a crescendo to end on.
Granada Cathedral and Royal Chapel
April 2, 2022
The Royal Chapel and cathedral are in the same building yet have separate entrances and entrance fees. Both are included with the Granada Card.