Hannah Cooper, Author at The Spain Travel Guru

train travel in spain with a train line that runs right through the stunning mountain town of montserrat.

The Highs and Lows of Traveling Spain by Train

For my recent trip to Spain, I mapped out a route between Barcelona, Girona, the Costa Brava, Zaragoza, and Madrid using the train as the primary means of getting around. …

you can use the barcelona card to visit the beautiful Parc Guell pictured here, a park in barcelona with gardens and buildings all designed by Gaudi.

Is the Barcelona Card Worth it?

Is the Barcelona Card worth it? Barcelona isn’t the cheapest city in Spain and visiting museums, art galleries, and other tourist attractions soon gobbles up any vacation budget. Investing in …

basilica of Zaragoza along the river with bright blue skies above and lush green trees in front of the basilica.

24 Hours in Zaragoza: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore

24 hours in Zaragoza is just enough time to scratch the surface of this underrated Spanish city. Zaragoza is one of Spain’s largest cities and the capital of the autonomous …

guggenheim museum in Bilbao, located in the Basque Country, one of the 17 regions of Spain that are excellent for exploring.

17 Regions of Spain & Why You Should Visit Them All!

The 17 regions of Spain have distinct characteristics, climate patterns, and, in some cases, a different language. Officially known as the autonomous communities of Spain, these 17 regions were established …

cycling tours in Spain are a great way to see more of the countryside. in this image a person is cycling on a road through the mountains.

Cycling Tours in Spain: Countryside & City Adventures

Cycling tours in Spain are seeing a boom as more travelers seek adventurous and sustainable vacations in Europe. However, cycling in Spain has been a popular activity for decades. The …

parc guell in Barcelona Spain with purple flowers in the foreground and one of the gingerbread looking houses in the background.

24 Hours in Barcelona: Tops Things to See, Do & Eat

24 hours in Barcelona: can it be done? It does pay to spend a couple of days in this sprawling Spanish city. However, if you only have 1 day in …

24 hours in Valencia with the mercado de colon pictured here being one of the best activities to enjoy, a brick facade with steal sides and entryway.

24 Hours in Valencia: Itinerary for One Day in Valencia

While it’s always better to spend a couple of days in a new city, it’s completely possible to spend 24 hours in Valencia and make headway on the sights. Valencia …

best hostels in Seville should be near top attractions like plaza de espana pictured here with a large brick building opening out to a large tiled plaza.

10 Top Hostels in Seville

Staying in hostels in Seville, Spain, rather than hotels is a great way to save money. These budget accommodations also help with making friends to split a jug of sangria …

best beaches in Spain with two beaches in view in a small bay with the photo taken from slightly above and behind a row of trees or shrubs.

14 Best Beaches in Spain

Blessed with over 3,000 miles of coastline lapped by the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, Spain has a beach for every day of the year. The best beaches in Spain …

a cup of hot chocolate in a white mug and chocolate sauce dripping around the outside of the mug, a traditional Spanish drink.

15 Traditional Spanish Drinks

Tasting traditional Spanish drinks is an exciting way to immerse yourself in the country. Not only do these beverages refresh you after sightseeing but they engage you with customs and …