ahoyne9Explore Barcelona in a day with visits to Antoni Gaudí’s La Pedrera – Casa Milà and the stunning Basílica de la Sagrada Família. Discover the architectural marvels, enjoy immersive 3D tours, and take in the city’s vibrant atmosphere.
Tag: Spain
Road Trip Malaga to Algeciras, Spain
We arrived in Malaga late from Lisbon and stayed at Hotel Zen Airport for its proximity to the airport. The highlight of our trip was hiking the Caminito del Rey, a once-dangerous trail now restored for safety. We opted for a guided tour but left early to explore Ronda, where the stunning Puente Nuevo bridge stole the show. Our journey then continued to Algeciras, with plans to visit Gibraltar, which will be covered in a separate post.
Madrid, Spain
On July 2nd, 2022, I finally decided to use my travel points accumulated over the past five years for an exciting trip. With over 1 million points across various credit cards, airlines, and hotels, I rarely use them and often for budget stays or economy flights. Thanks to a tip from travel blogger Max Miles Points, I snagged a business class flight with Iberia from Chicago to Madrid for just 36,000 points and $123. The experience was a luxury, with lie-flat seats, gourmet meals, and excellent service, despite a minor cockpit security concern. Upon arrival, we stayed at the Crowne Plaza near the airport, used convenient unlimited data SIM cards, and explored Madrid with a relaxed itinerary. Highlights included visiting Plaza Mayor, Parque de El Retiro, and the Royal Palace. Our day in Madrid was fulfilling, though I felt it could be managed in a single day without splitting the trip before heading to Porto.