Granada is a mid-sized provincial capital located in southern Spain’s Andalusia region. It sits at the confluence of four rivers and is most noted as home to the Alhambra – a historic palace and fortress that features stunning Moorish architecture. In addition to its abundant historical attractions, Granada boasts a fascinating multicultural history, a vibrant …
Girona is a city of about 100,000 residents in the northeast corner of Spain that lies just inland from the Mediterranean Sea. Located at the confluence of four rivers, it’s conveniently close to France to the north and about an hour away from Barcelona to the southwest. For much of its history, Girona was hotly …
With more than 700,000 residents, Seville is the largest city in the Spanish province of the same name. It’s also the province’s capital and is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its scenic location on the River Guadalquivir, abundant historical attractions, and vibrant food, art, and cultural scenes make it a popular destination with …
The Spanish city of Malaga was originally founded as a trading settlement by seafaring Phoenicians more than 1,000 years ago. Now with a population of nearly 600,000 residents, it’s one of the country’s top ten most populous cities. It’s also the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and is still one of the region’s premier art hotspots. …
Civitavecchia is a suburban commune that lies about 40 miles northwest of the Italian capital of Rome. With just slightly more than 50,000 residents, it’s not as big a tourist attraction as many other Italian cities, but it’s well-known for its port, harbor, and historic lighthouse. Visitors who decide to spend time in town generally …
Featuring nearly a dozen historic churches, abundant monuments to religious and historical figures, and some of the most amazing scenery anywhere in Italy, the island of Capri is a must-see attraction for those visiting the southern Mediterranean region. Capri is located along the south-central portion of the country’s coastline on the Tyrrhenian Sea and is …
Located on the western coast of Tuscany along the Ligurian Sea, Livorno is a city of about 160,000 residents that’s known for its busy port, fantastic seafood, and the extensive network of canals that rival those of Venice. Livorno’s cruise ship terminal welcomes vessels from all over the world. Though many visitors choose to spend …
Located along the west-central coast on the Ionian Sea, Catania is the 2nd largest city on the Italian island of Sicily. Catania sports a population of nearly 300,000 residents and is most well-known for being destroyed multiple times between the 12th and 17th centuries due to natural disasters, such as earthquakes and an eruption from …
Cagliari is a municipality of about 150,000 residents located along the south-central coast of the Italian island of Sardinia. Cagliari’s Mediterranean climate and abundant beaches draw sun-lovers from all over the world, and it also sports an abundance of historical and cultural attractions. It’s also considered one of Italy’s greenest cities and features more urban …
San Ramon is a city of about 76,000 people situated in the San Ramon Valley of Contra Costa County. The city is mostly known for its pleasant weather and beautiful location, which includes an abundance of trees and scenic views of Mount Diablo. It’s also conveniently located only 34 miles away from the major city …