Spain will always feel like a second home to me. It’s where I moved to after graduating from college, teaching English to Spanish students, and even becoming a student of Spanish myself in the mix.
I spent months getting lost in Madrid’s busy streets, experiencing the food and the culture first-hand when I lived with a host family. I expanded my travels by visiting other parts of Spain, from Málaga in Andalucia to Valencia on the Mediterranean, the modern and artsy Bilbao in the Basque Country, to Galicia in the northwesternmost corner, and more!
Since that first life-changing experience, I’ve been back multiple times to explore even more of this beautiful country, from the historic cities of Toledo and Granada to coastal favorites like San Sebastián and Santander.
Here, you’ll find all my Spain travel guides based on personal experience and local tips I’ve picked up along the way.
Whether you’re planning your first trip to Spain or returning for more, these guides will help you experience Spain with some personal experiences, tips, and suggestions for an unforgettable time in this great country.
My Favorite Posts About Spain
🏙️ Central Spain (Madrid + Day Trips)
– Madrid Bucket List: 27 Unforgettable Things to Do in Spain’s Capital
– A Beginners Guide to Getting Around Madrid on Public Transportation
– Top 10 Free Things to do in Madrid, Spain
– 11 Of The Best Day Trips From Madrid, Spain
– 3 Beautiful Cities To Experience Semana Santa in Spain, In and Near Madrid
– Day trip to Toledo from Madrid: Best Tours and DIY Travel Tips
– Where to Stay in Madrid for the First Time (2025 Guide) – Best Areas and Hotels
☀️ Southern Spain (Andalucía)
– How To Spend 1 Day in Málaga, Spain Solo
🌊 Northern Spain (Basque Country + Galicia + Cantabria)
– 12 Unskippable Things to Do San Sebastián, Spain For First-Time Visitors
– 24 Hours in A Coruña, Galicia, Spain: Top Things to Do in One Day
– Is Santander Worth Visiting For Tourists? 12+ Reasons to Visit Santander, Spain
– 11 Unique Things to Do in Vitoria-Gasteiz for First-Time Visitors
– How (And Why) You Should Take The Bus From Santander To Bilbao
– The 8 Best and Essential Bilbao Free Tours To Sign Up For
– 16 Incredible Day Tours from Bilbao To Plan
– How To Spend 3 Days In Bilbao For First Timers – What to do in Bilbao for 3 days
🏖️ Coastal & Mediterranean Spain
Spanish Culture
– 7 Super Helpful Common Phrases and Cool Spanish Slang That Every Latina Traveler Should Know
– 9 Culture Shocks I Experienced in Spain as a Mexican-American
Living in Madrid
– How I Made Friends With Locals In Madrid – And How You Can Too!
– What I Learned From Living In a Pedestrian-Friendly City