Beach Travel Wine Podcast

Ourense is one of those Spanish cities most travellers skip,and that’s one of the reasons why we loved it. Tucked away in inland Galicia, it’s an easily walkable city set along the Miño River, surrounded by green parks, shady trees and criss crossed by historic and modern bridges.

In this episode, we talk about why Ourense is known asSpain’s thermal capital, how you can soak in natural hot springs right in the city, and which baths ...

In this episode, we talk about how we spent four enjoyable days in this coastal city in north western Galicia. We did a walking tour that really helped us understand the city, found what we think is the best tapas area, with fantastic food, great atmosphere and very reasonable prices, and spent plenty of time just wandering. It is a very unusual Spanish city and we explain why in the podcast.

We also walked part of the longest seasi...

Want to know about a city in Spain that has the oldest intact Roman walls in the world with 80 towers, and 10 gates that you can walk around for free and is part of the first camino in Spain?  then today’s episode is for you. Not only will you learn about where these walls are, we share some of the fascinating history and the amazing food and free tapas around the city. And the best part is there are hardly any tourists. So please ...

Today we’re taking you with us on a brilliant day trip fromSantiago de Compostela all the way out to the edge of Galicia. It’s a route packed with coastal views, little villages, dramatic cliffs and a few surprises we didn’t expect. We’ll share what it’s like visiting Ponte Maceira in the morning mist, wandering through the fishing town of Muros, standing at the end of the Camino at Cape Finisterre and seeing the wild coastline of ...

Take a day trip through the beautiful Galicia region in northern Spain. Come with us as we travel down the coast from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra. We visit a local wine region, take a fun boat trip which included as many mussels as we could eat. Next we discovered stunning beaches, dramatic scenery, and villages filled with stone crosses and legends of witches. It’s a fascinating mix of history, culture, and natural beauty...

We spent five nights in Santiago de Compostela home to Spain’s famous pilgrimage city, but we didn’t walk the Camino. Instead, we explored its shady parks, lively plazas, and the incredible cathedral that draws travellers from all over the world. Join us as we share what makes this city so special, even for those who arrive without hiking boots. If you would like to see all the pictures from this episode then click the link here ww...

In this week’s Beach Travel Wine podcast, we’re taking you on some scenic day trips through the heart of southern Spain - from peaceful monasteries and misty mountain villages to clifftop towns and coastal castles. Join us as we explore some of Andalucía’s famous Pueblos Blancos (White Towns) and share our favourite moments from this unforgettable journey. If you  would like to see all the pictures from this episode then click here...

Step into the heart of Jerez de la Frontera with us as we explore more of this vibrant Andalusian city on a VoiceMap walking tour. From the grand Alcázar and the impressive cathedral to lively plazas and the iconic Tío Pepe sherry bodega, we’ll take you through the highlights that make Jerez so special.

But we don’t just stick to the tour – we share a few of our own favourite spots for tapas, drinks, and even the best breakfast in t...

In this episode we are taking you to what we believe to be the most Spanish city we have ever been too. A huge call I know! This is the first episode in a series of three about Jerez de La Frontera. There are three things that make this city uniquely Spanish – It is the flamenco capital of Spain, it is the Sherry capital of the world and it is home to the Royal Equestrian School of Andalusia. We tell you all about these three icons...

This week we are taking you to Palma de Mallorca. We had 5 days exploring this city and we tell you all about it so you can plan your perfect trip to this Balearic Island.  We cover where to stay - away from tourist areas, but close to city, the easiest and cheapest way to get around, the best day trips including magical boat trips, hikes with views to die for and the most charming medieval village high in the mountains full of cut...

In this episode, we’re taking you to one of our favourite spots in Spain - Port de Sóller, on the gorgeous island of Mallorca. This little seaside town is all about relaxed vibes, pretty views, and soaking up the sunshine. We spent five nights here, right on the beachfront, in what we think might just be the best accommodation in town, complete with a rooftop terrace and the most incredible views over the bay. We’ll share all the h...

This episode is all about a little Spanish village, very close to Seville, that most people haven’t heard of. We tell you the story about how we heard about it – and the famous TV personality who recommended we go and who we actually met there. We also tell you about the history and why Julius Caeser was engrossed with Carmona. We enjoyed time around the local plaza, including following an ancient procession with ox-drawn carriages...

Come with us on an updated 2025 visit to Seville. We have covered the major tourist attractions in a previous episode – 98 – but this time we are going to tell you about some of the hidden gems that you can’t miss and update the café and bars to visit – as well as the ones not to visit while in Seville. We share a story of how I got us locked out of our apartment for over 2 hours in 40 degree heat and stay listening to the end wher...

This week we are taking you on a three day visit to Malaga on the Costa del sol. We share the must see attractions, the bars not to miss – including the oldest bar and a rooftop bar. We give you a great selection of tapas bars to choose from and even which beaches to visit. If you are into history we cover the top three attractions and well as recommend the best museums. Stay listening to the end though to hear about a fabulous bir...

Welcome to the Beach Travel Wine Podcast. Today we are taking you on a walking tour around one of the most iconic cities in all of Spain – the gorgeous Ronda.  Ronda is mostly known for the famous Puente Neuvo the new bridge which spans the 120 metre high gorge – and Spain's oldest bullring. We will give you the inside info on the best places, without crowds, to take the most impressive photos and view these two icons of Ronda....

Come with us to one of the most iconic and breathtaking places in Spain—the Alhambra in Granada. We’ll take you with us from the stunning views at the Mirador San Nicolás, to the intricate beauty of the Nasrid Palaces, the fortress walls of the Alcazaba, and the peaceful gardens of the Generalife. This was actually our second visit to the Alhambra, and we still think it’s one of the most impressive places we’ve ever been. If you’re...

Have you always wanted to know the best things to do on a visit to Granada in Southern Spain? Then this is the episode for you.  We take you with us as we explore the three main areas of Granada. We wander the gorgeous historic cobblestone streets, share the absolute best spot for incredible views of Alhambra, learn about the fascinating history through its buildings, streets and plazas, and of course sample many traditional and mo...

We went from our first time travelling in business class, to arriving to the garbage-filled streets of Madrid, to being stuck on a train in the biggest electricity outage in Spanish history, in the middle of nowhere and freezing our butts off trying to sleep on a basketball court all in our first day in Spain. Certainly not the way we wanted our twelve week trip to Spain to start, but there we were!  In this episode we tell you all...

In this episode we are taking you on a wine tour to the Adelaide Hills, which is the closest wine region to Adelaide South Australia We share the great hop on hop off bus tour we did, the best way to organise a trip to the Adelaide hills and the top 4 wineries we visited. If you are planning or would like to visit the Adelaide Hills, or if you are just interested in great wine, then this is the episode for you. Stay listening to th...