Meet Bo Lohmann, our guide in Spain. Bo has lived in Spain since 1999 and began working with Pure Adventures Self Guided Travel in 2010. In this Postcard from Spain, he shares with us his favorite Spanish recipes, wines and sights (plus tells us the real reason why he always travels with a Swiss Army...Read More
Catalonia, Spain is known for many of its exceptional attributes from the welcoming Mediterranean beaches to the ancient architecture throughout the region, but an interest of most is the wine this region produces. With nine Denominación de Origen (DO) classified regions; Catalonia has a long winemaking tradition. Catalonia was the birthplace of the Spanish sparkling...Read More
Gazpacho – Easy and Delicious! When most people think of soup they envision a steamy concoction that brings warmth on cold nights and comforts the soul. The Spanish answer to soup is Gazpacho, which is quite the opposite. Served raw and cold, it is an interesting vegetable based dish that is particularly popular during the...Read More
Why Visit Barcelona? The city of Barcelona is teeming with history and intrigue, from its charming old center to the many displays of exquisite Gothic architecture found throughout. From bustling bars and restaurants to the gloriously sunny coastline, Barcelona offers up the perfect combination of old world charm and modern flare. Whether you’re into admiring...Read More
Why the Pros Train in Spain – The 3 C’s If you ask any cycling enthusiast where the best place to train is, the overwhelming response is likely to be Spain. Sure, there are certainly plenty of other places that offer good opportunity to train, yet even with so many other choices, Spain still remains...Read More
Catalonia’s Hidden Jems Located in the beautiful northeast section of Spain, with France, Andorra, Aragon, Valencia, and the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea as its borders, the towns of Catalonia are some of the world’s most diverse and beautiful destinations to bike. Perhaps this is due to the area’s rich history, culture, and friendly atmosphere. Or, perhaps...Read More
The Walled Village in Catalonia If you’re up for an exciting, historical journey through some of the world’s most beautiful and ancient scenery, the walled village of Sant Marti d’Empuries in Catalonia, Spain is the perfect destination. Nestled close to sparkling golden beaches and fascinating ancient ruins from both the Romans and Greeks who came...Read More
Catalan Wine Regions Located off the Mediterranean coast of Spain, the beautiful region of Catalonia welcomes visitors with its unique culture and warm hospitality. One of the area’s most noteworthy features is its exquisite food and drink, including the wine that is produced there. In fact there are 9 DO (denominacion de origin) regions and...Read More
Pure Adventures Self-Guided Travel, Your Way! September 2011 Meandering the Catalonia countryside on a clear, sunny day. What better way to enjoy the perfect Spanish climate? 5 Foods to Try in Spain From glistening beaches to medieval castles, from rugged mountain ranges to peaceful country villages, there is truly a little bit...Read More
Spain’s Do’s and Don’ts Are you planning a trip to Spain? You may be wondering about Spain’s Do’s and Don’ts! Every country has its own history, culture, and proper etiquette. Traveling to a neighboring country or one halfway around the world requires a little knowledge and insight into that countries way of life. Spain is...Read More
