I am fluent in Spanish; minor in it from NC State. I would opt for Mexico, given your timeframe - less jet lag and therefore more enjoyment from day 1. Since 1973, Rick Steves has spent about four months a year exploring Europe. Rick Steves European tours and vacations feature the best value and travel experience around. I haven't been to Mexico but I'm sure there are lots of interesting tourist sights. If we go to Spain, it would be to Madrid, Barcelona, and a few other towns in the northern part for 8-9 days. Having been to almost all the places mentioned by you and others in both Spain and Mexico, I agree that your time is too short to go to Spain. And Google thinks these prices are $500 lower than normal for these trips. The historic center is loaded with the colonial architecture. As for food, can you not get good Mexican food in your area? That will probably be your biggest expense after transportation including airfare. We were very happy with all Mariachi Bands in the Plazas, The Crafts Markets, the Public Food Markets and the Hotel Prices were great! You will have to check todays prices and situations. I'm looking at a trip right now that's $900 for 7 days. Le migliori offerte per Rick Steves Best of Spain (Third Edition) NUOVO Steves Rick sono su eBay Confronta prezzi e caratteristiche di prodotti nuovi e usati Molti articoli con consegna gratis! I love both Spain and Mexico, although they are quite different. I know this is off topic. Acquista l'eBook Rick Steves Best of Spain di Rick Steves in offerta, scaricalo in formato epub o pdf su La Feltrinelli. Mexican food is highly regional, so the Mexican food you had in the US is (very likely) not the same you'll have in Mexico. There was petty crime, so we did need to be careful at night. ▲ Museo de Bellas Artes Andalucía's top paintings, including works by Spanish masters Murillo and Zurbarán. What I heard about it came from someone who wasn't impressed, but they said the main area was a tourist version of Mexico. Guadalajara also has a Folk Ballet and some great Museums featuring huge Orozco Murals. Jetlag can make the first 2-3 days inefficient, not too bad on a long trip, but that's nearly half of your shortish one. We went to Tequila and went on Distillery Tasting Tours. None of us have any ideas what hotel prices will look like after Covid, but with Spain being hit so hard by Covid, it might take longer for prices to return to 2019 levels. Furthermore, we have the oldest language in Europe and one of the oldest in the world. A city I've become interested in in the last 2 weeks, looking at it on the Net, is Prague. Love traveling. Have only been to central Spain during the shoulder season in September-October but I believe that mid-summer temps there can be punishingly hot as well. Amazing places. would be much more cost-effective than a trip across the pond ... as inviting as that may seem. Your cost estimate is probably a good rough ballpark estimate, if you are careful about not buying expensive restaurant food and if you pick the right hotels. For coronavirus (COVID-19) travel information, Tour Account › Travel Forum › Home / Travel Forum / Spain; Please sign in to post. Either way, I think going somewhere you speak the language is such a great idea--it really adds to a trip, good luck! Question about food, are your taste buds craving "TexMex" or truly have experienced authentic Mexican food? But it's not the same as the Mexican food in New Mexico (my favorite) or the same as in AZ where I now live. I would not stay in more than two places with that time frame. Post questions and answers about travel in Spain. Spain. Well, Spain is one of the most heterogeneous countries you can visit in terms of different foods, climates, architecture...It´s hot in the summer in Andalusia and the Mediterranean coast...up here in the north summers are very mild, we get plenty of rain all year round and snow in winter, with below zero (Celsius) temperatures quite a few days. Would help to know if the 8-9 days include travel days. ", The truth is just the opposite. I don't know San Miguel de Allende, but I hear it's both beautiful and chock full of tourists. Start a New Topic. Get inspired with Rick Steves’ recommended places to go and things to do, with tips, photos, videos, and travel information on Spain. Take a cruise around the Horn of South America from Buenos Aires to Chile. My parents, siblings, and I went. Basing yourselves in SMA and doing day trips to some of the other nearby colonial towns (Queretaro, Guanajuato, Dolores Hidalgo, etc.) Rick's 48 itineraries include Italy, France, Turkey, Ireland, Britain, Spain, and much more! Rick Steves' Spain 2013 [Lingua Inglese] (Inglese) Copertina flessibile – 10 gennaio 2013 di Rick Steves (Autore) › Visita la pagina di Rick Steves su Amazon. I don't think anyone really knows how to budget for a trip these days. see our FAQ. We spent a week between Xmas and News Years. Lots to see in Mexico City. It was interesting to see the fields of Agave Cactus. Risultati di ricerca per questo autore. Mexico's rate is one eighth that of the US. Our last Spain trip started in Madrid, and then headed north, finishing in Barcelona. Covid is way out of control in Mexico - they've largely given up (by comparison, Mexico makes the USA look like New Zealand). With only 7 to 9 days at your disposal I'd suggest Mexico - splitting time between San Miguel de Allende and Mexico City. Not into bars, partying, drinking. Thank you to each. ▲▲▲ Flamenco Flamboyant, riveting music-and-dance performances, offered at clubs throughout town. I’d pick Mexico if you’re locked into that length of time. Trip for 2 (wife and me) would probably run us $3500-$4000. It's on the other side of Mexico City from where you were planning, but it checks all the boxes. For a trip in 2021, I think only the delusional or irresponsible wouldn't factor in the covid situation into your decision. Yes, there is a difference. Cost of trip I'm looking at is around $900. Don´t come if you´re looking for beach weather; come if you like to discover a Spain far away from the prototypical idea. Your choice may be "all of the above", just add time in the perspective of years. Mexico City is huge and could easily take up 8 days on its own. SPEDIZIONE GRATUITA su ordini idonei I've been travelling to Spain every year for a long time and still experience new things, not least the food, there is simply much more variety than Mexican. list one or more major sites, museums, and/or activities. ▲▲ Hospital de la Caridad Former charity hospital (funded by the likely inspiration for Don Juan) with gorgeously decorated chapel. Tours are very inexpensive with university graduates as guides and very knowledgeable of Incan history. Spedizione gratuita per ordini superiori a 25 euro. I have been to Spain (Seville, Granada, Córdoba, Barcelona, Madrid, Toledo and a few other places). Going anywhere in 2021 you will still have to deal with covid to some extent (a lot depends on WHEN in 2021 are hoping to go...January versus December could be two different worlds...). ▲ Bullfights Some of Spain's best bullfighting, held at Sevilla's arena. Our travel style is slower than most and we focus upon "engagement" over "been there saw that". ▲▲ Evening Paseo Locals strolling in the cool of the evening, mainly along Avenida de la Constitución, Barrio Santa Cruz, the Calle Sierpes and Tetuán shopping pedestrian zone, and the Guadalquivir River. Looking at practicalities, a direct flight from Atlanta to Mexico City is about 6 hours, to Madrid twice that. Explore Sevilla! ©2020 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | Mole poblano is from this area, but there are other moles, tacos arabes, posoles, and other great food that will be familiar but still different than what you get in NC. My parents, siblings, and I went. I’ve researched the other areas you’d go to and love the idea - I was planning a trip for March 2020 which obviously didn’t happen. Visualizza tutti i formati e le edizioni Nascondi altri formati ed edizioni. Spain. Post questions and answers about travel in Spain. 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