Bonjour lecteurs! Spain has always been one of my favourite destinations to explore. Take the Iberian Peninsula, par exemple. It’s mesmerising as it opens in sections. First, a stretch of water, followed by a patch of dry earth. It looks like a hillside that seems undecided about whether it belongs to one or the other. Light moves differently depending on where you stand. Along the coast, it reflects and looks so beautiful. Catalonian Coasts & Andalusian Groves are magical places and seek to be seen.
Catalonian Coasts
In Catalonia, the shoreline does not run straight for long. Cliffs break into smaller inlets, and rock meets water in uneven lines. C’est très beau as you see fishing boats leaning slightly in their moorings. The Mediterranean looks calm from a distance, though up close it moves in small, constant adjustments.
Barcelona gathers the coast into its edges without centring it. It’s the coolest place to see in Catalonia thanks to its numerous bars, gallery and other creative outlets. It’s an array of balconies and colours.
Start your journey with a Barcelona to Seville train ticket, and explore what the area has to offer. You can go and try all the food that Spain is famous for: endless tapas in the sunshine with a glass of wine before heading for a walk in the evening.
The air is cooler, and there is something truly magical about hanging around at night, browsing, shopping or dreaming.
Another Line, Another Shore
Elsewhere, far from Iberia, the Venice to Rome high-speed train takes you somewhere else and yet, you feel the same sensation of crossing land in measured intervals. While Catalonia feels rocky in its overlapping coasts, the Venetian canal leads to another world of art and colours.
Andalusian fields might feel blurry against the Roman countryside. But the distinctions are there. Landscapes are different, but the experience on the train feels similaire.
The Soul Of Southern Spain
As the train continues, olive trees begin to appear, and you land in the Soul of Southern Spain: Andalusia. The areas are more than flamenco and parties. Sure
The place has a distinct feeling with its shaded alley and and horse carriages on the streets. Nothing feels staged. It looks romantique.
While Seville rises above all the towns, with its white façades that catch the sun and its narrow streets, you should go further in the direction of Marbella. It’s an enchanting town made of flowers and little boutiques where you can walk around before heading to the beach. It’s probably my favourite town in Andalusia.
Beyond Barcelona
Beyond the city, the groves extend toward the horizon. Why not make it all the way to La Costa Daurada and grab a bike to go along the coastline? Stay in a hotel on the coast in the tranquil town of Tarragona. Walk by the market, explore the amphitheatre, before enjoying a paella like no others.
The Roman ruins are quite a view, while mixing with other medieval sites. But the coastline has to be the winner with some peaceful vibes in the air. Other places like Reus and Salou will enchant you with their landscapes.
There is so much to do there and the Catalan architecture is so extraordinary. Personnellement, I really loved the Art Nouveau bits, but there is something for everyone. There is even some Cuban influence if you go further towards and visit the park Samá near Cambrils. Located near Tarragona, this region is a charming family-friendly destination with quite a big food scenery. You can’t be bored there: relax in one of its 9 beaches, or stop by the marina with an ice cream. It has such a relaxed atmosphere.
Whatever you go for, Andalusia or Catalonia, no doubt you will be enchanted.
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