Local Lifestyle Expert
Lucía Fernández
A native of Seville, Lucía lives and breathes the Spanish lifestyle, from the siesta culture to the late-night tapas scenes, offering an insider’s perspective.
- Writing about travel
- 11+ years
- Covers
- Tapas bars and local eateries in Andalusia, Spanish festivals (Feria de Abril, San Fermín), Local customs and etiquette, Best neighborhoods for living like a local
- Languages
- es
Stories by Lucía Fernández
· 4 min read
Bilbao in a Day: The Guggenheim Museum and the Casco Viejo
How to combine the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao with a walk along the river and an afternoon in the Casco Viejo, the city's old town.
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Tapas, Paella, and Pintxos
How tapas, pintxos and paella differ across Spain's regions, and where and when to eat each one.
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Valencia's Beaches: From Malvarrosa to El Saler and the Albufera Coast
A guide to Valencia's city and natural-park beaches, how to reach each by tram or bus, and which suits families, swimmers and quiet days.
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Rioja Alavesa Wine Guide: Laguardia, Elciego and the Basque Side of Rioja
How to plan a visit to Rioja Alavesa, the Basque part of the Rioja wine region, from Laguardia's cellars to architect-designed wineries and dolmens.
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Madrid Tapas Trail: How to Eat Your Way Through La Latina and Beyond
How tapas work in Madrid, which neighbourhoods to walk, what to order and how to pick a good bar on your own.
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San Sebastián Pintxos Bar Crawl: How It Works and Where to Go
How pintxos bars in San Sebastián work, which neighbourhoods to crawl, what to order and drink, and the etiquette that makes it easier.
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Barcelona's Gothic Quarter: A Walking Guide to Its Quiet Squares and Side Streets
A self-guided route through the Gothic Quarter's lesser-trodden lanes, Roman remains and small squares, with tips for avoiding the crowds.
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Flamenco in Seville: Finding Good Shows in Triana and Beyond
How flamenco works in Seville, where it comes from in Triana, and how to choose a performance that is worth your evening.
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Ibiza Beyond the Nightlife: Old Town, Coves, Markets and Walks
How to spend time in Ibiza without the clubs: the UNESCO-listed old town, quieter coves, Ses Salines, the hippy markets, walking trails and a day on Formentera.