I figured with tickets to Alhambra so difficult to get and not wanting to wake up so early to get them, I might as well spend the day hiking in the mountains! I joined another hostel’s tour and for 15€ had our own guide into the mountains, transportation both ways, lunch, and tapas at the … More Seizing the Sierra Nevadas
Granada is the first of my solo adventures in between meeting up with friends and I was happily surprised by the number of new people I meet! The first day I was slightly exhausted from the numerous days of walking miles everyday and took it easy and “only” walked 22,000 steps. Some of the highlights … More Good times in Granada
I really should try to get more creative with my post names, but oh well! In total we had 2 days in Madrid with a little bit of extra time since we had 2 days spent doing day trips from Madrid. Some of the activities included: A Flamenco show💃🏻 traditional Spanish dancing with Becky was … More Madrid
After our day in Toledo, Becky and I took another day trip, but this time to Segovia! I think we both fell in love with the magical city! It was quite the trek with us taking a 30 minute metro ride, 30 minute train ride, and finally a 20 minute bus ride to get there, … More Seeing Segovia
We have arrived in Madrid and decided to take a day trip to Toledo. Fun fact, Toledo used to be the capital of Spain before it was moved to Madrid! We got up early and took a Renfe train. We left a little more time than we did for our train to Madrid where we … More Holy Toledo
When I walk down the streets in Barcelona I can’t help but sing along to the Ed Sheeran song! If you have never heard it, go look it up. Becky has arrived and our days have been action packed! I started my day at the beach and laid out a little and enjoyed watching people. … More We’re dancing, in Barcelona
I have been loving my first few days in Barcelona and have seen so much of the city so far! I love the warm weather (although I got quite sunburn on the first day). Here are some of the highlights: Walking tour with my hostel and lunch on the first day I arrived. We saw … More Call me Catalan
I am ready for my next adventure back to Europe after a 2 year hiatus! I was in Chicago last week, graduated Monday, and two days later am headed off to Europe and I couldn’t be more excited. I packed my 21lb backpack (weighed in with a pound to spare) packed my apartment, and am … More Ready for my next adventure🌎✈️💼
Smiles from Miles Away 