The Best Costa Brava Itinerary: Cami de Ronda, Girona, and Dali Museums in Less Than 2 Weeks

After our trip to the Cotswolds, we were keen to go on more inn-to-inn hikes. There’s something truly special about the unhurried pace of such holidays, where each step unveils something new around every corner and over every hill. While this mode of travel wouldn’t allow us to pack in as many sights over a few short days, we were more than willing to make this trade-off for the quality of enjoying each step and a well-deserved rest at day’s end.

With numerous long-distance trails to consider, we looked for something off the beaten path, and this is how we discovered Cami de Ronda. This scenic coastal path winds along the Costa Brava in northeastern Spain, connecting quaint villages, pristine beaches, and hidden coves. Originally utilized as a surveillance route by the Guardia Civil to monitor illegal activities like smuggling, it has now become a beloved hiking trail spanning about 100 kilometers (124 miles), typically completed in 10 to 13 days, depending on one’s pace.

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Madrid and Day Trips : 10 Days November Itinerary

We traveled to Spain in November 2023. This was our first European trip since COVID-19 started, and our 3rd attempt to visit Spain. It still surprises us that we finally made it.

November is a wonderful time to visit Madrid. The city experiences mild weather, with temperatures averaging around 60 degrees Fahrenheit (15 degrees Celsius). It’s also a great time to visit because the crowds are smaller and hotel prices are more reasonable.

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