Explore my Spain travel guides, restaurant recommendations, scenic walks and slow travel itineraries, from Barcelona and Andalucía to lesser-known corners worth discovering.
As a travel planner, I create personalised journeys across Spain, combining beautiful stays, memorable food experiences and thoughtfully paced itineraries.
My Favourite Tables, from Mijas to Ronda Food, in Andalucía, is never just about eating. It’s about timing, the hour of the day, the light, the company. It’s about small plates that arrive unannounced, long lunches that turn into afternoons, and dinners that stretch effortlessly into the night. On this journey, shared with two friends,…
Mijas, Frigiliana, Granada and Ronda Andalucía is not a place you rush through. It’s a place you plan just enough to savour fully. Where days are shaped by light, appetite, architecture and the simple pleasure of wandering, knowing you’re exactly where you need to be. This journey, shared with two dear friends, took us through…
Mallorca has an incredible collection of boutique hotels, from stylish city palaces to peaceful countryside fincas and seaside retreats. Here are some of my favourites, organised by area. This article contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a booking or purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Your…
When technique, playfulness and emotion sit at the same table Some meals impress. Others entertain.And then there are meals like Disfrutar, which quietly take you by the hand and lead you through wonder, surprise and joy, without ever losing their grip on flavour. Disfrutar is not about showing off. It is about pleasure, curiosity and…
This article contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a booking or purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Your support helps us keep Travelling Cooks alive and sharing more recipes and travel tips. This walk is best enjoyed at an unhurried pace, allowing time to look up,…
If you’re wondering where to eat in Barcelona, you’re in for a treat. The city is bursting with flavour, from sunny terraces perfect for breakfast and lazy weekend brunches to lively tapas bars, seafood lunches, and unforgettable fine dining experiences. This article contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a booking or purchase,…
Barcelona is a city that blends culture, architecture, sunshine, and food in a way few places can. Here’s a guide to how we spent a few days discovering the best of the city.
Wherever you are staying on the island, you have to go to Palma for at least a day.
Start off with a stroll around the area of Santa Catalina, with its Mercat, then walk down the avenida de Jaume III, where you have a look at the El Corte Inglès and other boutiques. The serious Spanish shopping sta…
Es Trenc is next to the small town Ses Covetes. The beach is backed up by sand dunes, which extend into Salobrar de Campos, a 1500 hectare natural reserve. This beach is so famous that I try to avoid it during the summer holidays, especially on the weekends. There is public parking Es Trenc with pri…
Every time we are on the island, we drive the old family car which doesn’t warn you if you leave your headlights on when you park So invariably we need to charge the car battery the next day by taking a long drive, which we call our adventure day.
From the Port of Andratx, head up the mountains tow…