by Irene Corchado Resmella | Sep 15, 2020 | Badajoz – northwest, Castles, Nature & walking
Extremadura landscapes change significantly throughout the seasons and your impressions of a place may vary, depending on which time of the year you visit. The first time I went to Alange was in spring 2016. I went back a few days ago in late summer and the landscape...
by Irene Corchado Resmella | Apr 17, 2018 | Badajoz – northwest, Itineraries, Transport
Merida is a must-see destination for anybody planning a trip to Extremadura. The region’s capital city is home to a beautiful archaeological ensemble which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and has lots to see and do. Reaching Mérida from abroad isn’t easy...
by Irene Corchado Resmella | Sep 26, 2017 | Badajoz – northwest
Flying in a hot air balloon has been on my list of things to try for a while (blame those awe-inspiring pictures of Cappadocia everywhere). A few months ago, I discovered you can go ballooning in Extremadura and it was a matter of time before I found an excuse to book...
by Irene Corchado Resmella | Feb 28, 2017 | Badajoz – northwest, Events
Badajoz isn’t short of tourist attractions, from an Arab castle, to its colourful Plaza Alta square, a cathedral and several art museums. But, it’s often overlooked by more popular destinations, such as Mérida, Trujillo or Cáceres. Yet, it can claim having the best...
by Irene Corchado Resmella | Nov 14, 2016 | Badajoz – northwest, Castles, Nature & walking
Did you know there are 332 castles only in Extremadura? Despite the big size of the region, it’s still an impressive number, don’t you think? And the best thing is that you can visit most of them for free, like the one in Alange. DISCLOSURE This article is...
by Irene Corchado Resmella | Apr 13, 2016 | Badajoz – northwest
As a tourist destination, Badajoz is often overshadowed by more popular Mérida, Cáceres and Trujillo. That said, Extremadura’s biggest city is not to be overlooked. It offers enough local sights and attractions to keep you busy for a weekend. DISCLOSURE This article...
