Ideas, tips and guides to travel Extremadura independently
Discover an exciting up-and-coming Spanish destination with the help of a local
Hola!
I’m Irene (pronounced /ee-REH-neh/), a travel content creator from Extremadura.
Long since settled in the UK, I explore my Spanish home region with an inquisitive mind, a sharp eye, and the duality that comes with being both a local and a visitor.
On Travel Extremadura I share ideas, tips and practical information to help you discover this beautiful yet overlooked part of Spain.
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Featured articles
Vegas Altas del Guadiana destinations: Medellín
If your trip to Extremadura takes you to the northern areas of Badajoz province, make sure to visit Medellín. Whether a stop on your way to your next overnight destination or a day trip from Mérida, this small town of Roman origins in Vegas Altas del Guadiana is a...
Badajoz sightseeing: 9 places not to miss
Despite being the region’s largest city, visitors to Extremadura often leave Badajoz out of their travel itinerary. It won’t strike you as a particularly beautiful destination at first sight but, if you can get past its unappealing outskirts, the numerous gems around...
Roman architecture in Mérida: 18 places not to miss
Mérida is often referred to as ‘Little Rome’ for a reason. Founded as Augusta Emerita in 25 BCE, it became the capital of the Iberian Roman province of Lusitania. The Roman origins are present today in every corner of Extremadura’s capital – a World Heritage City...
Where to stay in Hervás: Hospedería Valle del Ambroz
The pretty town of Hervás is the perfect base for exploring the Valle del Ambroz area in northern Cáceres province. If you need a place to stay in Hervás, I recommend choosing Hospedería Valle del Ambroz. In this article, I share my impressions of staying at...
