The Best Rooftop Hotels to Watch the 2026 Solar Eclipse in Spain
The 2026 solar eclipse happens at sunset, which means elevation matters. Here are the best rooftop hotels across the path of totality in Spain, from Zaragoza to Mallorca.
Where to Watch the 2026 Solar Eclipse in Spain (+ Where to Stay)
Where to Watch the 2026 Solar Eclipse in Spain (+ Where to Stay)
On August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse crosses Spain at sunset. Here's where to watch it and the best hotels to book now before they sell out.
Top Things to Do in Cork, Ireland (and the Towns Around It)
10 awesome things to do in Cork, Ireland — from Kinsale seafood and Blarney Castle to the English Market, Midleton Distillery, and the wild beauty of West Cork. A road tripper's guide with where to stay included.
What to Pack for 7 Days in Barcelona (From Someone Who Actually Lives Here)
A Barcelona local's real packing list for summer: linen co-ords, the right shoes, gold jewellery, and nothing a tourist would pack. 7 days, 15 pieces.
The Wine Scene in Sitges — Bars, Shops, and Where to Drink Well
A wine lover's guide to Sitges — Monard Wines, Corpinnat sparkling, Penedès day trips, where to drink well, and how to build a wine day or weekend from Barcelona.
Sitges, Spain: A Day Trip and Weekend Guide
The complete Sitges day trip and weekend guide from Barcelona: train times, the best restaurants including Monard Wines and Alfresco, where to stay from boutique hotels to the Eurostars resort, and an honest itinerary for both a day trip and a longer stay.
Top Wineries Less Than 90 Minutes from Barcelona
The best wineries to visit in Penedès from Barcelona — from Parés Baltà and Vilarnau to Recaredo, Gramona and Albet i Noya. A local's guide to organic tastings, cava, where to stay, and how to plan a Penedès wine day.
How to Plan a Wine Weekend in La Rioja
How to plan a wine weekend in La Rioja — the best wineries to visit, where to eat pinchos in Logroño, where to stay, and a simple itinerary for a long weekend with friends. Includes Bodegas Muga, Ysios, and Marqués de Riscal.
The Barcelona Rooftops Most People Don't Know About (And the Hotels Behind Them)
The best hotels in Barcelona with rooftops worth staying for — boutique picks in El Born, design hotels in Eixample, and beachfront stays in Barceloneta. A local musician's guide to where to stay and why it matters.
Where to Actually Drink in Barcelona: A Local's Guide
After 10 years in Barcelona, here's where I'd actually send you for a drink — natural wine bars in Gràcia, cocktail spots in El Born, rooftops with views, and the casual places that just work.
5 European Cities Every Music Lover Should Have on Their List
Not every music city is obvious. This guide covers the European destinations worth visiting for live music, record stores, pub sessions, club culture, and the nights that don't end when they're supposed to.
The 2026 Solar Eclipse in Spain: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
The total solar eclipse crosses Spain on August 12, 2026 for the first time in over a century. Here's everything you need to know to plan your trip, pick your spot, and actually see totality.
10 Awesome Things to Do in Dublin
10 Awesome Things to Do in Dublin — from pubs and whiskey tours to the best neighbourhoods to wander, plus where to stay. A local-guided city guide from someone who did the full Ireland road trip and let a Dubliner lead the way.
48 Hours in Liverpool: The City That Completely Surprised Me
A personal 48-hour Liverpool itinerary with Royal Albert Dock, free museums, Georgian Quarter, Liverpool Cathedral, pubs, music spots, boutique hotels, restaurants and local tips for a fun, nostalgic city break.
10 Days in Ireland: The Road Trip Itinerary I’d Do Again in a Heartbeat
A real-life 10-day Ireland road trip itinerary for early May, covering Dublin, Waterford, Kerry, Dingle, Galway, Clare, the Cliffs of Moher and practical tips for where to stay, what to do, what to skip and what to pack.
The Best Music Festivals in Spain This Summer — A Musician's Guide to 2026
The best music festivals in Spain summer 2026 — Primavera Sound, Mad Cool, Bilbao BBK Live, Sónar, FIB Benicàssim, Resurrection Fest, and more. A musician's guide to Spain's most extraordinary and underappreciated festival season.
Barcelona's Best Music Festivals — A Local Musician's Guide to Summer 2026
Barcelona's music festival season 2026 — Primavera Sound, Sónar, Cruïlla, Rock Fest, Brunch Electronik, and more. A local musician's guide to what's on, when, and how the city's festival summer actually works.
The Best Music Festivals in Europe This Summer — A Musician's Guide to 2026
The best music festivals in Europe summer 2026 — Glastonbury, Tomorrowland, Primavera Sound, Roskilde, Sziget, Isle of Wight, and more. A musician's guide to which ones are worth the trip and why.
How to Plan a Romantic Costa Blanca Getaway
Plan a romantic Costa Blanca getaway through Moraira, Dénia, Altea and Alicante, with tips on where to stay, how to get around, what to do, boutique hotels, beaches, food, moto rental and practical travel advice.