by Amalia | Europe, My Travel Chest, Spain
The question I am hearing from people lately is “Amalia, where have you experienced real Spain?”. My first thought, and what leads to my answer, is always of the small ancient villages of rural Spain, the country’s enchanting countryside. Since my... by Amalia | Europe, Spain
I love to wander when I visit new places. Rather than having my eyes on a map, I just start to walk and take in everything in my new settings with my whole being. My nose and ears kick in quickly, leading me to that great cafe or authentic local hang-out where I hear... by Amalia | Islands, My Travel Chest
The island of Bermuda…it’s sung in summer songs, praised for beautiful turquoise waters, and sought after as a tropical island vacation destination. I was not expecting or even seeking to visit Bermuda any time soon, so once again I was excited for a... by Amalia | Caribbean, Dominican Republic, My Travel Chest
On the north shore of the Dominican Republic, is one of the best kitsurfing beaches in the world, Cabarete. Recently I enjoyed staying there with a friend who kitesurfs. We both enjoy eating great food at new places and relaxing in the sun and sea of the beautiful... by Amalia | Caribbean, Dominican Republic, My Travel Chest
Visiting the Caribbean can typically mean staying on warm, sunny beaches, but wait! Many travelers today are venturing inland to enjoy the mountains of tropical islands such as the exotic Dominican Republic. This post is written from there while I am visiting my...