Best Hikes in Europe

Best Hikes in Europe: Our 20 Favorite Day Hikes

Julie Europe 23 Comments

Europe is one of our favorite places to go hiking. There’s no better way to explore the dramatic and varied landscapes here, from the snow-capped Alps to coastal trails to the remote, volcanic interior of Iceland. In this guide we list 20 of the best hikes in Europe, 20 amazing ways to explore this beautiful continent. About the Hikes on …

3 Day Barcelona Itinerary

3 Days in Barcelona: The Perfect Itinerary for Your First Visit

Julie Spain 54 Comments

With 3 days in Barcelona, you can visit the icons of this city…Gaudí’s masterpieces (the Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, Casa Mila, and Park Güell), stroll through the Gothic Quarter, dine on tapas, go to the beach, and watch the sunset from a rooftop bar. We put together this 3 day Barcelona itinerary to help you have the best experience here. …

Things to do in Barcelona

Barcelona Bucket List: 25 Best Things to do in Barcelona

Julie Spain 27 Comments

Barcelona, Spain…this is a city that deserves to be on every traveler’s must-see list. Why? Barcelona is a beautiful city. Think Rome meets Paris. This city is spotless, with wide streets, beautiful architecture, beaches, palm trees, cafés, and boutique shopping. Throw in some tapas, Gaudí, and cava, and you have yourself a fabulous destination just waiting to be explored. For …

Montserrat Day Trip

Montserrat Day Trip: How to Visit Montserrat from Barcelona

Julie Spain 96 Comments

Visiting Montserrat is one of the most popular day trips from Barcelona. It’s easy to get to and gives you an opportunity to see the Spanish countryside. The views from the monastery are breathtaking, well worth a day of your time while you are in Barcelona.   What is Montserrat? Montserrat is a rocky mountain range in Catalonia, Spain. “Montserrat” …