Family Travel Specialist
Carlos Vega
A father of three from Valencia, Carlos specializes in making Spain accessible and fun for families, turning potential travel headaches into cherished memories.
- Writing about travel
- 13+ years
- Covers
- Family-friendly beaches in Costa del Sol, Theme parks and attractions (Tivoli World, PortAventura), Stroller-accessible routes in historic cities, Kid-friendly restaurants and menus
- Languages
- es
Stories by Carlos Vega
· 4 min read
Málaga's Alcazaba and Roman Theatre: A Visitor's Guide
How to visit Málaga's Moorish fortress and the Roman theatre at its foot, with current prices, opening hours, free-entry times and tips for families.
· 5 min read
Gaudí in Barcelona Beyond the Sagrada Família: Houses, Parks and Lesser-Known Works
Which of Gaudí's Barcelona buildings to visit after the Sagrada Família, how they fit together on a map, and which ones you can only see from the street.
· 4 min read
Valencia City of Arts and Sciences Guide
What each building in Valencia's City of Arts and Sciences is, which ones are worth paying for, and how to plan a visit to the complex.
· 4 min read
Spain's Wildest Festivals: A Calendar from Fallas to La Tomatina
When and where Spain's biggest and most unusual festivals take place, from Valencia's Fallas to Buñol's tomato fight, with practical advice for each.
· 4 min read
Seville with Kids: A Practical Family Guide
Where to take children in Seville, how to handle heat, cobbles and late meal times, and which seasons suit a family trip.
· 4 min read
Madrid's Art Triangle: How to Visit the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen
How to plan visits to Madrid's three big art museums, with what each one covers, free-entry hours, the combined pass and tips for visiting with children.
· 4 min read
Spain Schengen Visa Guide for 2026: Who Needs One, How to Apply, EES and ETIAS
Who needs a visa for Spain in 2026, how to apply for a short-stay Schengen visa, and what the new EES border system and the planned ETIAS mean for travellers.