by Rae | Aug 4, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Seville is known as the “most beautiful city in Spain” and I have to agree. The historic center is clean, vibrant, colorful, and full of life. From its ubiquitous orange trees and street performers dancing Flamenco to tapas bars and Moorish palaces,...
by Rae | Jul 30, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
The Basics: Seville, Spain Currency: Euro Thank you: “Gracias” Water: Tap water is ok to drink, bottled water tastes better. Local Coffee: “Cafe con Leche” is espresso with milk, usually served in a small glass. Restaurant Customs: Enjoy...
by Rae | Jul 28, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Elvas is a small border town, seldom visited by tourists but listed in guidebooks for its historic earthworks. Because I was en route to Caceres, Spain, I had to stop in Elvas overnight. There’s one shuttle bus per day from Elvas to Badajoz and from there I...
by Rae | Jul 28, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Evora, Portugal is a UNESCO World Heritage city is laid out like a spiderweb on a map. Notable sights include a Roman temple, aqueduct, and the eerie Church of Bones. The Church of Bones The Basics: Evora, Portugal Currency: Euro Thank you: If you...
by Rae | Jul 28, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
The Basics: Lisbon, Portugal Currency: Euro Thank you: If you are a man say, “Obrigado.” If you are a woman say, “Obrigada.” Water: Tap water is ok to drink, bottled water tastes better. Local Coffee: “Bica” is small back espresso....
