What to See and Do in Madrid
What you should be sure to see, do, and eat in Madrid. Museums, restaurants, shopping, and more. And where you should stay while you’re considering whether to move there.
Tom Bartel
10 New Things I’ve Learned from Traveling
Here’s an updated list of things I’ve learned from traveling pretty much non stop for the last 12 years. Travel tips and seasoned advice.
The Cave Paintings of Cantabria, Spain
Among the most intriguing UNESCO World Heritage sites in Spain are the prehistoric cave paintings in Cantabria, including the famed Altamira Caves.
The Two Cathedrals of Zaragoza, Spain
Zaragoza, Spain, the ancient capital of Aragón, has two competing cathedrals, both on the large Plaza del Pilar and each with a unique story. There’s the older Cathedral of the Savior (Catedral del Salvador, known as La Seo) and the important Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar (La Basilica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, or simply, El Pilar).
Inspiring Travel Books Recommended by World Travel Bloggers
A list of inspirational travel books that encouraged a cross section of travel bloggers in their own travels. What are your favorite travel books?
What to Pack for an African Safari
Packing for an African safari requires a little more thought than for your average travels. Be prepared for bugs, heat, and prickly plants. Then enjoy the wild beauty.
The Windows of the Cathedral of León, Spain
Of all the remarkable cathedrals in Spain, one of the best is the Cathedral of León. The windows, in particular, distinguish León, and are the most remarkable of any church I’ve ever seen.
The Battlefield of Gallipoli, Turkey
The battle for the Gallipoli peninsula involved about a million men on both sides. Half a million Turks fighting half a million mostly British Commonwealth soldiers. The battle of Gallipoli lasted about eight months; about half a million men on both sides were killed or wounded. So now there are Australians, New Zealanders, British, and Turks buried all over the peninsula.
The Strasbourg Cathedral, France
The Strasbourg Cathedral, known as the cathedral of Notre Dame, is a masterpiece of late Gothic architecture and one of the most beautiful churches in the world. Take a visual tour.
The Soviet World War II Memorial, Treptower Park, Berlin
The Soviet World War II Memorial at Berlin’s Treptower Park is a somber reminder of the horror of war.
