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Spain 1-Day Itineraries and Travel Tips

Spain 24-hour itineraries and other travel tips, including Madrid and Barcelona 1-day travel guides. Plus, get other Spain vacation inspiration for day trips, hotels, restaurants, and more.

One Day in Madrid, Spain

November 2, 2020 By Gina
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Things to Do for the Perfect 24 Hours in Madrid Madrid is one of our favorite cities to visit in Spain. The capital and economic hub of Spain, Madrid, is cosmopolitan while retaining its Spanish charm. If you only have one day in Madrid, you luckily still have many options … [Read more...]

One Day in Barcelona: What to Do in a Day

March 7, 2024 By Gina
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Barcelona in a Day: What to Do and Things to See When You Only Have One Day in Barcelona

Things to Do in Barcelona, Spain When Short on Time Unique architecture, beaches, delicious food, shopping. What more could you want in a city? With so many things to see and do, spending just one day in Barcelona and knowing what to see first can feel overwhelming. Here is … [Read more...]

Fiery Parade at Barcelona’s Gracia Festival (with Videos)

November 2, 2020 By Gina
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If there's a festival going on in Barcelona while you're there -- go!

One Day in Barcelona, This Happened... It was my last night in Europe after a six-week trip through the region. My travels had culminated with two nights in Barcelona and as I surveyed the crackling lights popping around me in mayhem, it was clear I was ending my travels … [Read more...]

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