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.
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12 Great Cathedrals of Spain
Spain is famous for its spectacular cathedrals. Spain’s rich artistic history perhaps finds its highest expression in these dramatic monuments.
Interview: Leif Pettersen and the First Food Travel Show
An audio interview with Leif Pettersen, author of the new e-book, The First (Failed) Travel Food Show. Pettersen talks about shooting a TV pilot in Morocco, living in Romania, travel writing, and the future of travel.
Visiting Berlin: Contemporary Art and Modern History
Good advice for visiting Berlin. We review top historic sites and memorials, the contemporary arts scene, cool neighborhoods, and fine hotels and shopping in Berlin.
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.
Five Fun Christmas Traditions in Spain
Christmas traditions in Spain involve holiday cakes and food, Christmas markets, nativities, beautifully lit cities, and processions of the Three Kings, or Wise Men. Here are highlights.
Spanish Cuisine: Flavors of Spain Available at Home
Enjoy Spanish cuisine by cooking recipes from the delicious Spanish Sabores newsletter. Spain’s food, culture, and history come to life in your very own kitchen.
Competitours’ Mystery Travel: A Surprise Trip to Europe
Skip the vacation planning and enjoy a surprise: Competitour’s mystery travel itineraries involve hands-on activities, competiion, and camaraderie.
The Year in Photos 2019
We all use photos to keep travel memories. Our images from 2019, of people and scenery, come from about 50 cities in seven countries, visited via 15 different itineraries. We traveled solo, together, and with family.