Trip Tales
The podcast where real people share about their real trips, giving you destination inspiration and practical planning tips. Join Kelsey Graves - mom of 3, travel content creator and host of the Trip Tales podcast - as she interviews real people about their real vacations covering: accommodations, dining, must-see attractions, and budget-friendly tips. Tune in and let the adventures begin!
Trip Tales
45. Spain - Mother-Daughter Adventure to Madrid, Seville & Barcelona with Delish Food, Rich Culture & Amazing Architecture
Kelsey chats with Genni from @travelingfranklins on Instagram, the Traveling Franklins blog, and the popular Lazy Budget Travel Tips Facebook Group. Genni shares the story of how she treated her mom to an unforgettable retirement trip to Spain, using points and miles, in May 2024.
They flew business class, and visited Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona. From the delicious food to Spain's rich culture and spectacular architecture, this trip was one for the books. Tune in to hear all about their adventures, Genni’s tips for using points and miles to make travel more affordable, and why Spain is the perfect destination for a celebratory getaway.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Traveling Franklins blog post: How to Claim Back VAT Tax in Spain
- Business Class on Iberia Airlines to Madrid
- MADRID: Plaza de Espana, Prado Museum (Museo Nacional del Prado), artist Francisco Goya, Puerta del Sol, shopping at Casa de Diego, Los Angeles restaurant, Hyatt Centric Madrid (Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid), Camper shoe store, San Gines chocolate and churros (Chocolateria San Gines), Valor Chocolate (Chocolateria Valor)
- SEVILLE: Sevilla, Andalusia region, Petit Palace Puerta de Triana, Flamenco dancing, Teatro Flamenco Sevilla, Royal Alcazar Palace, Cathedral of Seville, Game of Thrones filming location, remains of Christopher Columbus, La Brunilda Tapas
- BARCELONA: Hotel HCC Montblanc, Gothic Quarter, Caganer: The Pooper Store, Barceloneta Beach, Gaudi, Basilica de Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, Palau de la Musica Catalan, Ohla Barcelona restaurant, paella
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