Curated Recommendations

Tons of links to, and recommendations about, excursions, lodging, sights, museums, restaurants, buses, trains, gear, books, ferries and ships as we travel all the world’s seven continents. Nothing is on the list unless we personally recommend it. Ongoing updates. Select your preference below …

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Hotel Duran

Celler de Ca la Teta was the foundation for what Duran Hotel & Restaurant is today: a family-run hotel is true to its roots. This history, the stories that have accumulated over the years, the visitors and the decorative pieces they’ve given the establishment are what make Duran what it is now: a hotel, a restaurant and a little museum of the history of Figueres.

Duran Hotel & Restaurant is the most emblematic hotel in the area, with a long history and renowned prestige, it is also the perfect choice to enjoy a stay in Figueres: in the old town and shopping area, just steps from important buildings like the Museum Dalí and Museu del Joguet de Catalunya.”

Chip Walter 4/19/23 Chip Walter 4/19/23

Mediodia Hotel

Nestled amidst the vibrant energy and cultural tapestry of Madrid, the Mediodía Hotel stands as a beacon of comfort and captivating hospitality. With its exceptional location on the bustling Calle de Atocha, this charming retreat offers an ideal base to immerse oneself in the various flavors of Spain's vibrant capital city.