I thought that being from Spain, I should dedicate this first blog to my country and the many wonders it has to offer.

With a history that goes thousands of years back, the country has something for everyone. For the adventurer: El Camino de Santiago. For the intrepid: bungee jumping from A Costa da Morte, or death coast. For those who like art, the country has a wide variety of museums among which are the museum of moder art Reina Sofia and El Museo del Prado, which is among the world's best.


El Camino de Santiago is a true adventure. The two-month trip starts at the frontier of Spain with France where the traveler starts the walk. Every night he stops at a hostel and enjoys the summer parties that can be found in nearly every town of the country during the summer time. Not to mention, the wonderful landscapes and the architecture of the entire northern region of the country. After two months of walking everyday for long hours, the traveler arrives to the Cathedral of Santiago in Galicia, a region in the northwest of the country. There he visits the shrine of the apostle Santiago, who the legend says has been responsible for several miracles.

While the name Death Coast may not appeal to many, my experience has been that those to try the jump think it's one of the most wonderful experiences of their lives.

The country's long history is particularly noticeable in the architecture, with cathedrals, churches and other monuments that exhibit a wide variety of styles all the way from when the Romans conquered the country to the later arrival of the Arabs and other civilization that once established themselves in the country.

Perhaps, what people like the most about Spain is the nightlife. With a bar nearly in every corner and with drinks at affordable prices, many say there is no better place to party than Spain.

My favorite thing about the country: The food. Octopus, frog legs, paella, omelets and empanadas are a must.