Girona is a charming city full of surprises. Located between mountain and sea in Spain’s Catalonia region, it is accessible by high-speed train from Barcelona in just 40 minutes! If you’re looking for a quick escape from the bustling city,…
The slow pace of life and rich culinary traditions of Spain and Portugal mean that mealtimes are sacred. After a leisurely dinner that can last hours, it’s common to indulge in a “digestivo”—a drink meant to aid digestion and prolong…
As you may already know, Valesa adopted the small Moroccan village of Tiniskt (population 300+), located in the High Atlas Mountains about 50 miles outside of Marrakech. In September 2023, a devastating earthquake hit the region, destroying homes and claiming…
This month we are highlighting our wonderful customer service manager, Vero! Working with Valesa for about 3 years, and her experience and skills are invaluable assets to the team. Born to an American father and a Spanish mother, Vero spent…
Thank you Melanie Lake for trusting Valesa with this 10th Anniversary, bucket list trip! Jessica, the Campfields said “thank you so much for all of your work planning our Spain/Portugal/Morocco trip! We had the BEST time!! The hotels were all…
Almonds have been a part of Mediterranean culture for millennia. Today, Spain boasts the largest cultivated area of almond trees in the world, with more than 700,000 hectares; this is the second-largest almond producer after the US. Spain’s production is concentrated…
Deborah! We had the most amazing time. Everything went as it should with no hitches. Made it home last night at 1:30. The itinerary was perfect and we soaked it all in. Very pleased with the entire experience. Thank you…
Summer is the perfect time for barbequing. Whether at home in the yard, at a restaurant, or even on a volcanic mountain, it’s the perfect excuse to enjoy delicious food in the company of friends and family. Grilling is a…
If you’re looking to escape the heat in Spain, go north like the locals do. There are many charming villages and stunning landscapes to see along the way. With the warm summer days and cool breezy nights, it’s the perfect…
Spanish and Portuguese cuisine is simple yet delicious, steeped in tradition, and world-renowned. It is marked by a symphony of flavors that also evoke the warmth, passion, and soul of these Mediterranean and Atlantic peoples. Each spice contributes to the…