This trip was planned to visit some friends who live in Japan. I had not been there for twenty years, and the only previous visit was for work reasons. On that occasion, I did not have time to explore the country or the city of Tokyo, but I was fascinated. You can imagine how excited I was! This time, I was “guided” by a couple of friends who live there...
Torret is one of my favorite places in Menorca. In the area, I really appreciate the absence of tourists and its architectural style. It is located at the south of Sant Lluís and Maó, and should not be confused with Cala Torret, which is a much more frequented place. Torret is a group of white Menorcan-style houses. They are amazing and everyone fall in love. There...
I had been to Miami years before, I hadn’t liked it too much and I had no desire to return. In fact, I have a long list of destinations to go to before repeating Miami; but the nephews dominate me. They are restless and move around the United States and I, as I have always promised them, I am going to see them where they are. This was the reason for the second...
Morrocoy is, without a doubt, one of my favorite places of Venezuela. It is a very complete destination and perhaps not known by Europeans. The well-deserved recognition of Los Roques worldwide has eclipsed this paradise and I am glad. I was at the inn “El Paraíso Azul” and on amazing beaches like Playuela and Playuelita practically alone. What I liked...
When I decided to go to Greece, my dream was focused on the islands. I really wanted to enjoy the beaches, the good fish, go quad biking and see a thousand small churches on the cliffs. Come on… what everyone explains. I knew that I “had an obligation” to go to the Parthenon for an obvious matter of history; but Athens itself made me lazy. I...
Once Edinburgh has been seen and having spent a few hours in charming North Berwick, it was time to start the route through Scotland. I planned a circular route with the aim of minimizing travel times. Due to its proximity to North Berwick, the first castle to visit is Dirleton Castle. Dirleton is a quiet little town. The houses are very well maintained. They have no...
It seems strange to me to name Casa Batlló as a Getaway. It is so close from home; but it is true that the visit itself is a real journey. In fact, as they themselves say, it is a unique immersive experience. And it is for many things. It is located in the middle of one of the most emblematic streets of Barcelona: Passeig de Gràcia. It was the street that linked...
Santa Eulàlia des Riu is to the east of Ibiza. As it is relatively close to the center (the port and the airport) and that it has many services, makes the area crowded. Despite that, you can still find amazing nooks. There are awesome BEACHES in this area: Es Pou des Lleó – It is a small and closed beach with a row of very cute boat houses. There are two...
When we think of Ibiza, clubbing, crazy partying and crowded beaches often come to mind. This is so because the reality is this; but there is also another Ibiza. The great unknown. The one that few seek and fewer find. There are still nooks where you can enjoy the most authentic island. There are many BEACHES; but four stole my heart. They have own soul and they are...
My “wish list” of destinations to visit is huge and Knoxville just isn’t there. Neither had it located on the map, nor was there anything in the area that caught my attention. But I had a personal event and I decided to spend three days there. I flew, with a small American company, from Newark International Airport (New Jersey) to McGhee Tyson...
I arrived in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, with a Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt. I was picked up from Hosea Kutako airport and drove to “Zebra Kalahari Lodge“. The road is wonderful. It is a relatively comfortable and very wide unpaved track. The environment is flat and dry. One of the first things that caught my attention was the nests of...
After spending a few days in Ciudad de Guatemala and in wonderful Antigua, I caught a local flight at La Aurora International Airport (in Ciudad de Guatemala) to Mundo Maya International Airport (in Isla de Flores). The flight is very short. I left at 6:30 in the morning and arrived at my destination at 07:30. I hired everything (flight, guide and hotel) at Tag...
