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By Artur Ciesielski | Places
After a long 20-mile bike ride up 3,500 feet in the hills of Altadena, a shower and a glass of wine Joanna picked me up and we headed to the Huntington Gardens. At first, I was surprised by the $25 per person entry fee. It seemed like a lot for a couple to spend $50.00 […]
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Late winter 2017.
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Our 20-minute walk to the train station in Sevilla was interrupted by a huge mortadella roll. With our tickets printed we headed toward the train only to have our tickets checked twice and our baggage x-rayed similar to the process of getting on an airplane, just quicker. The train with its big long nose started to […]
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Day two in Seville Spain started with a morning rush to Real Alcazar to miss the crowds.
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Day One in Seville Spain. Photos from walking Maria Luisa Park
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The Rock of Gibralter is a bit of Britain in Spain. It’s not, but it does belong to England. It’s a shopping city filled with the likes of thousands of people in and out of hundreds of shops. The highpoint is a walk up to the top of the rock with spectacular views, including the […]
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This village is a result of long, turbulent and fascinating history from the Iberians, Phoenicians, Romans, Visigoths, Moors and Christians the reflects it’s multiple traditions and Andalusian roots. We spent three days in this little town, just after leaving Malaga, with one day in Estapona and another in Gibralter. The path to the castle. In […]
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This is a typical Spanish town with a charming bright white old centre. The narrow streets and plenty of nooks and squares are covered with pots filled with bountiful and colorful flowers. Cafes and shops provide a welcome break from exploration over the cobbled stone paths meandering through the homes.
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In Andalusia, Ronda is a must visit spot. The impressive drive through the mountains is s treat itself. Ronda is divided in two by the gorge of the River Guadalevin. It’s the bridge the spans this space that’s the main attraction, though not the only one. The new bridge was built in 1793. On […]
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Now into our first full day in Malaga, the city is located in the costa del sol. I find this city to pleasant, even charming, clean, right sized, accessible, touristy, but not too much – and kinda fun. I can understand why people say skip it, but certainly not after 1 day. It deserves more time […]
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