Whenever I visit Calella de Palafrugell I get amazed by the beauty of this Costa Brava town. It’s so incredibly picturesque with its whitewashed houses, turquoise coloured water and colourful fishing boats. If you ask me it’s one of my favourites on the Costa Brava. In this article I’ll tell you all there is to…
Planning a trip to Catalonia and wondering what the weather will be like? The Costa Brava and the city of Barcelona are popular destinations year-round, thanks to their pleasant Mediterranean climate.In this guide, you will find a clear month-by-month overview of the weather on the Costa Brava and Barcelona. This will help you decide when…
If you’re planning a family holiday on the Costa Brava, camping is one of the most fun, flexible and affordable ways to enjoy the region. I’m a big fan of camping myself and so are my husband and kids. We’re lucky to live close to the Costa Brava, where there’s an incredible variety of campsites…
I just recently discovered this Catalan gem, after having lived in Catalonia for 9 years. I can’t believe it took me this long to come here, because to me the area around Sant Feliu de Guíxols is definitely one of the prettiest parts of the Costa Brava. Think beautiful turquoise-colored water, postcard perfect beaches and…
Spain is known for its sunny beaches and sun-soaked streets, and Barcelona usually lives up to this reputation. But every now and then, the city gets a rainy day. Most of the time it’s just a short shower before the sun comes back, but occasionally you might experience a full day of rain. It doesn’t…
Planning to explore both Barcelona and Madrid while you are in Spain? I can recommend travelling by high speed train. It’s by far the quickest and most comfortable option to hop between these two cities. I recently made the trip myself and was surprised by how smooth and quick it was. Here are my best…
I’ve been living in Catalonia since 2016 and together with my husband and kids I have spent countless weekends exploring its coastlines, mountains, and charming little towns. Every road trip shows us a new side of this amazing region in northern Spain and we’re still not done discovering.In this post, I’m sharing some of my…
Years ago, I stumbled upon a photo of Aigüestortes National Park, officially called Parc Nacional d’Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici. It showed a turquoise lake perfectly framed by jagged mountain peaks. From that moment, it went straight onto my travel bucket list. But with COVID and very young kids, we had to wait a…
My family and I live just a short drive from the Costa Brava, so we’ve spent lots of weekends and holidays exploring its beaches and seaside towns. Over the years, we’ve discovered which places are the best to visit for families. If you’re planning a family holiday on the Costa Brava, choosing the right beach…
A must visit in the southern part of Catalonia, is the Ebro Delta, or Parc Natural del Delta de l’Ebre. This natural park is an interesting mix of rice fields, lagoons, sand dunes, and an incredible variety of wildlife. I’ve been to the Ebro Delta many times, because my parents live nearby. And when I…