Move over sangria: Spain has a new obsession and it’s the gin and tonic!
I had never been a fan of gin and tonics. My husband Dave used to drink them when we first met, but I never developed a taste for tonic water. To me, it always seemed like an old-fashioned drink that should be served in a gentlemen’s club as (male) patrons talked politics and smoked cigars by a fireplace. Martinis and wine were more suited to my lifestyle.
Europe is one of the most beautiful continents in the world. Many of the European countries are rich in tradition and culture. A traveler vacationing in any of the European cities would have a bewildering array of cultures and scenic. Here is a list of cities in no particular order that you should vist.
Madrid, Spain is a unique city and at an altitude of 2100 feet it may be one of Europe’s highest capital cities. Madrid is not only the capital of Spain, but it is also the world’s capital of bullfighting. Shop at some of Europe’s finest shops, view world class art galleries, party all night or watch a traditional Flamenco dance. You can’t go wrong when you travel to Madrid.
The beautiful island of Lanzarote is well known as a sunshine destination as it has been attracting visitors from around the world for many decades now. Its delightful climate is a real bonus as even if you are suffering from the winter blues you only have to hop aboard one of the many flights from the UK’s main airports, and chances are, four hours later you’ll be stepping off the plane into glorious sunshine.
Do you dream of traveling around the world someday? Most of us do. It’s one of the best ways to live your life fully, as it would allow you to see the most beautiful sights, immerse yourself in the most interesting cultures, and meet people who will touch your life in a way you’ve never expected. If you’re going to travel around the world anytime soon, be sure to consider these top destinations that are included in most people’s bucket list.
The journey to Tibidabo amusement park starts with a short train ride from the center of Barcelona from there you will take the Tramvia Blau which takes you half way up the mountain. If you wish to go all the way to the top of Tibidabo, where the amusement park is situated, you will also need to catch a funicular train from the half way point.
The first of the five-stars to pop up on the island, this luxury hotel oozes luxury and old school glamour thanks to exotic furnishings, eclectic art and decadent decor sourced from all over the world. If it’s bohemian escapism you want, this is the ticket – not surprisingly, it’s a popular celebs’ choice when it comes to hiding from prying eyes. But you just can’t beat its location, perched on the edge of a cliff with the most breathtaking views in Ibiza – well worth the five-star price tag.
Barca, the colloquial name for Fútbol Club Barcelona or F.C. Barcelona, is known and respected throughout the world as one of its premier teams, and is one of only three never to have been relegated from the Spanish La Liga. It is one of the most famous football teams in Europe, second in Spain only to Real Madrid. In fact, according to the official statistics it was the most successful team worldwide between the years of 1991 and 2011.
