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The Most Unique Day Trips One Hour From Malaga

Posted by By Krista 23 May 2025
If you don't have much time to spend in Malaga, here are some great day trip options that are close by.
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A Guide to the Best Things to Do in Dundee: A Beautiful Underrated City in Scotland

Posted by By Krista 28 January 2025
This guide covers the best things to do in Dundee as well as where to stay and eat in the city.
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Best Places to Visit in Yorkshire From a Historic Perspective

Posted by By Krista 26 January 2025
If you're looking for historic attractions and places to visit in Yorkshire, this guide is the best place to start.
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Driving in Granada: Beautiful Road Trip Destinations in the Province

Posted by By Krista 30 August 2024
If you're thinking of driving around the Province of Granada, here are some destinations you can't miss.
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The Best Things to Do in Cumbria: A Complete Guide

Posted by By Krista 21 August 2024
Here's a look at the best thing to do in Cumbria, including where to eat and stay in this beautiful county.
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One of the best day trips from Madrid or Barcelona One of the best day trips from Madrid or Barcelona is Zaragoza 👌🏼

It’s around a 3 hour drive from both cities, and you can easily explore the old town in even half a day if you’re short on time 🙌🏼

Make sure you grab brunch at @extrem_zgz before exploring the city’s key historic attractions such as its 11th century palace, its 2 cathedrals located in Plaza de Nuestra Senora de Pilar, and its iconic stone bridge 🚶🏼‍♀️

Would you like to visit Zaragoza? 🇪🇸
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One of the main attractions in Zaragoza is Palacio One of the main attractions in Zaragoza is Palacio de la Aljafería 🏰

This fortifed palace dates back to the 11th century and has been used as a leisure palace for Muslim rulers, the seat of the Catholic Monarchs, and the location of the Aragonese Parliament 👑

Outside of Andalucía, this palace boasts one of the most important examples of Islamic architecture in the country 🤩

Have you been to this palace in Zaragoza yet? 🇪🇸
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Palacio de la Aljafería was built in the 11th cen Palacio de la Aljafería was built in the 11th century as a pleasure palace for the Muslim kings 👑

It was later the home of the Catholic Monarchs, and today it acts as the Aragonese Parliament 👀

It’s a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site to explore, and it sits at the heart of one of Spain’s most underrated cities - Zaragoza 🇪🇸
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If you’ve been to Toronto before and are looking If you’ve been to Toronto before and are looking for a few alternative things to do in Ontario’s capital city, here are a few ideas to get you started ⬇️

🥐 Grab some delicious pastries from @labastillebakery 
🚶🏼‍♀️ Explore Toronto’s West End on foot
🧀 Order a Japanese cheesecake and other goodies from @uncletetsucanada 
🛍️ Walk around Kensington Market
🍜 Have lunch at @kohlipeto 
🏳️‍🌈 Tour Toronto’s Gay Village
🍺 Enjoy the Distillery District and the old town
🥢 Dinner at @poongmoontoronto 

Any questions about Toronto? Let me know in the comments! 🇨🇦
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There’s more to Malaga than the coast! 🌊 If There’s more to Malaga than the coast! 🌊

If you’re visiting the Costa del Sol, I’d highly recommend renting a car and driving inland. The area near the famous Caminito del Rey is great for driving as well as hiking, and you’ll come across some fantastic mountain views along the way 📸🇪🇸

👚 Repping small Canadian businesses while travelling - thanks @oldnorthcompany 🇨🇦🍁
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