Zipping along!

We’ve spotted something intriguing / adrenalin pumping – a chance to do some ziplining across the River Tagus! So we’re harnessed up by Fly Toledo and head off for a quick zip! Located in the heart of Toledo Old Town, near by San Martin Bridge. It’s a few minutes of breath taking speed in aContinue reading “Zipping along!”

Food glorious food

One of the top foodie hotspots in Madrid is, rather surprisingly a massive food court on top of a department store. The El Corte Inglés Gourmet Experience overlooks Plaza Callao and has incredible views of downtown Madrid. This cornucopia of edible delights is free to visit and features a wide range of traditional Spanish foodsContinue reading “Food glorious food”

Maze of markets

Madrid has a host of markets to enjoy and El Rasto is one of the best known and well established. It’s a transient flea market that offers a wide range of goods from clothes to traditional food and random antiques. Stalls are grouped by goods for sale, whether it’s antique books, weird object d’art orContinue reading “Maze of markets”

Sights of Segovia

Tearing ourselves away from the awe inspiring aqueduct, we’re off to check out a few more of the cultural sights that Segovia has to offer. Another beautiful sight is Segovia Cathedral, a Gothic-style Roman Catholic building located in the main square with a myriad of soaring spires. The church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, wasContinue reading “Sights of Segovia”