I would whittle down this list though if you are only visiting for 8 days (Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas, and Morelia is already 5 places). Post questions and answers about travel in Spain. For each day. Am I right? Amazing places. Great for people who want to venture away from the resorts, but you might want more given your travels and language. It was interesting to see the fields of Agave Cactus. Food in the Basque Country is considered one of the best in the world (we have the highest number of Michelin starred restaurants per capita in the world, although no need to go to one to enjoy a fantastic meal), and Donostia-San Sebastian may be the most beautiful city in Spain and the gourmet capital of Europe. Thanks to each one so much. Mexico is doing very well in the COVID pandemic. Rick's 48 itineraries include Italy, France, Turkey, Ireland, Britain, Spain, and much more! We went to another town too where the stores specialized in leather good. Don't miss Cusco and Machu Picchu. Love traveling. Yes, your available time and budget point to Mexico as a better choice, but going to Mexico (anytime in 2021) will be a major roll of the dice from a pandemic/safety/responsibility standpoint. Perhaps you just need some guidance to steer you away from the tourist staples of Spanish cuisine. Basing yourselves in SMA and doing day trips to some of the other nearby colonial towns (Queretaro, Guanajuato, Dolores Hidalgo, etc.) Tour Account › Travel Forum › Home / Travel Forum / Spain; Please sign in to post. While Spain is in for some rough sledding in the coming months, they at least have had some success in dealing with the pandemic when they bothered to (then, like many other places, slacked off and let down their guard in the summer - we're seeing the results now). I like architecture (old buildings), statues (like you see in the European countries), art, music, old churches, museums, good food. Spending $ might be $400-$500 total for 8-9 days. SPEDIZIONE GRATUITA su ordini idonei See which itinerary is more appealing to you and/or your wife. It’s a feeling of vibrancy and cultural specificity. We were in Spain for 6 days and Paris for a day and a half. It's as varied from state to state as the Mexican food is in the US. Since you brought up Prague, our trip there had started in Vienna, Austria - another old-world location, with buildings, magnificent statues (one park is pretty much dedicated to them), and celebrated cuisine. There is great variety in Spain. ▲ Bullfights Some of Spain's best bullfighting, held at Sevilla's arena. It’s been a while since we were there, but airfare would be less expensive than going to Spain and the flight not much longer than going to Mexico. $250-$300 a person. His mission: to empower Americans to have European trips that are fun, affordable, and culturally broadening. Of course, I assume, just like in the US, some states in Mexico are doing better an some much worse than the national number. Mexico's rate is one eighth that of the US. Rick produces a best-selling guidebook series, a public television series, and a public radio show, and organizes small-group tours that take over 30,000 travelers to Europe annually. The time difference is 1 hour to Mexico City, 7 hours to Madrid. Take a cruise around the Horn of South America from Buenos Aires to Chile. Make sure you see the Ballet Folklorico. For value of travel effectiveness the choice is Barcelona. Sense of life is a hard thing to put into words. ▲▲ Cathedral and Giralda Bell Tower The world's largest Gothic church, with Columbus' tomb, treasury, and climbable tower. As you research locations, include potential lodging costs. So much old stuff and beautiful statues!!! But I hope to go to Europe in the next 10-15 years: see Germany, France, Britain, Italy. Tour Account › Travel Forum › Home / Travel Forum / Spain; Please sign in to post. Loved Europe. ©2020 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy. I love Mexican food. Also, we have done three trips to South America in the past 9 years. Either way, I think going somewhere you speak the language is such a great idea--it really adds to a trip, good luck! For a trip in 2021, I think only the delusional or irresponsible wouldn't factor in the covid situation into your decision. ©2020 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | I have been to Mexico City in the past and enjoyed staying at the Hotel Majestic on the Zocalo. Visualizza tutti i formati e le edizioni Nascondi altri formati ed edizioni. Furthermore, we have the oldest language in Europe and one of the oldest in the world. Looking at practicalities, a direct flight from Atlanta to Mexico City is about 6 hours, to Madrid twice that. I will also say that many of the churches, squares, and big old buildings in Mexico seem very similar to Spain, for obvious reasons. ▲▲▲ Flamenco Flamboyant, riveting music-and-dance performances, offered at clubs throughout town. I always managed to be pretty accurate in my trip budgets. Inside Rick Steves Spain you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to Spain Rick's strategic advice on how to get the… Barcelona is a top destination for travelers from around the world. As for food, can you not get good Mexican food in your area? Lots to see in Mexico City. Those should be safe places to visit. Title Author Replies Last Post; Barcelona to Bayonne, France with a stop at Pyrenees National Park : The historic center is loaded with the colonial architecture. I had to fly back early to take a test so I missed the last 3 days in London. We were in Madrid, Seville, Granada, and Malaga. We spent a week between Xmas and News Years. Flamboyant Sevilla thrums with flamenco music, sizzles in the summer heat, and pulses with the passion of Don Juan and Carmen. Rick Steves' Europe. Although I agree with almost everything written in posts above (especially the part about your trip being too short for going to Europe), if it were me, I'd give Spain the nod simply because of covid. The cultural history for each is just different. I've traveled extensively in both Mexico and Spain, both are wonderful. Mexico has largely just given up and is getting on with it, burying lots of bodies. Recommend tours from PeruAgency.com. ‎ Savor authentic paella, run with the bulls in Pamplona, or relax on Barcelona's beaches: experience Spain with Rick Steves! Leggi «Rick Steves Spain 2020» di Rick Steves disponibile su Rakuten Kobo. Is it just the place you fly into, or are you planning on spending some time there? ▲▲ 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. (photo: Cameron Hewitt) ... Uphill, Cadaqués' Jewish Quarter is still rich with vestiges of the strong Sephardic community that thrived in Spain until 1492. Been to Europe once: back in 1996. Your choice may be "all of the above", just add time in the perspective of years. Spain. "For a trip in 2021, I think only the delusional or irresponsible wouldn't factor in the covid situation into your decision. Read "Rick Steves Spain 2020" by Rick Steves available from Rakuten Kobo. Obviously Mexico is cheaper. Posting a question because honestly I'm split. You don't say where you live, but keep in mind that the cooking in Mexico varies depending on where you are and is not likely the same as that for the Mexican food you've eaten where you live. Pubblicato da Avalon Travel Publishing, 9781631214516. I had to fly back early to take a test so I missed the last 3 days in London. Thank you. Also are my budgetary figures in the ballpark range of what it would cost? Rick Steves is America's leading authority on European travel. All statistics are from the Harvard Global Health Institute. We took a scenic drive to Lake Chapala. Title Author Replies Last Post ; Tickets: Savannah: 0: For those who have been to both countries, I would love for you to answer my questions and tell me which country you prefer and why. But, I just don't think it's worth it to fly from the US to Spain for 8-9 days, especially if that count includes your arrival and departure days. My favorite countries are Peru, Argentina and Chile. But if you were considering Andalucia, especially Seville and Granada that would be my choice. Rick Steves: What's new in Spain and Portugal for 2019 Rick Steves Like many travelers, last spring I visited Barcelona dreaming of seeing Antoni Gaudí's breathtaking Sagrada Família church. We went with them to a Bull Fight on New Years Day, the Ring here is second only to Mexico City. How much time were you planning on spending only in Mexico City? Food seems to be an important factor to you, what is it about Mexican food that you like so much? Been to Europe once: back in 1996. Leggi «Rick Steves Best of Spain» di Rick Steves disponibile su Rakuten Kobo. Spanish food is much more "Mediterranean", lighter on starches and meat, more emphasis on vegetables, olive oil for cooking and dressing, and many types of cheese. So we went to Guadalajara instead. Get inspired with Rick Steves’ recommended places to go and things to do, with tips, photos, videos, and travel information on Sevilla. However, 7 days is a short amount of time and I wouldn't want to travel so far for such a brief period. My biggest expense is lodging and I've found that off-season can be half the price of high season. I like Booking.com for doing that research because there are so many ways you can limit the results to get down to the best options for your trip. I don't think you can go wrong with either choice. I agree with your implication that Spain having more culture than Mexico is debatable. Start a New Topic. Debating on Mexico or Spain. It's a tough choice. I personally think I'd like Spain more, but I know I like Mexican food better and the Mexican people are so friendly. Explain. I don't think you will be bored. Question about food, are your taste buds craving "TexMex" or truly have experienced authentic Mexican food? Could probably fly to Mexico for bet. Spanish food is quite regional. Posting a question because honestly I'm split. ▲ Museo Palacio de la Condesa de Lebrija A fascinating 18th-century aristocratic mansion. It's a place where bullfighting is still politically correct and little girls still dream of growing up to become flamenco dancers. If I may...you´ve been to the south of Spain, which is the "classic" idea of Spain: gazpacho (a rarity here in the North, Basque Country), paella (hard to see anywhere north of Madrid, at least the real thing) and moorish architecture (the Moors did not arrive to most parts of the north of Spain). We went to Tequila and went on Distillery Tasting Tours. You had 6 days in Spain which is nowhere near sufficient to garner a good experience of it. It will be a bit of a slower pace in Mexico, but I don't think that's a negative (you might). Hit Spain's can't-miss art, sights, and bites in two weeks or less with Rick Steves Best of Spain! Start a New Topic. Rick Steves' 2005 Spain [Lingua Inglese] (Inglese) Copertina flessibile – 31 dicembre 2004 di Rick Steves (Autore) 4,5 su 5 stelle 3 voti. You could even try cuye if you haven’t yet tried it. 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. Mexico's current rate (last 7 days) of new cases per 100,,000 population is 4.4 while the US's rate is 34.9 new cases per 100,000. I am fluent in Spanish; minor in it from NC State. Prague and Vienna on the same trip was a winner! Get inspired with Rick Steves’ recommended places to go and things to do, with tips, photos, videos, and travel information on Spain. I have been to Spain 3 times for 3-plus weeks each and would go back in a flash. In terms of architecture, stunning cathedrals in León, Burgos, Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Salamanca...And Palencia offers the highest concentration of Romanesque architecture (churches, cave churches, paintings...). The little town is one of the most relaxing travel destinations we've visited. Not sure how they're supported anymore given that there seems to be one on every block. 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. Worked with Mexican people for a few summers back in the early '90s. Madrid and Barcelona are wonderful cities but they don’t have the same vibe to me, more modern less magic but still amazing. Rick Steves Classroom Europe® is a free online video library for teachers, students, and parents. 3,100/14 = 221.43 per day, x 9 days = 1992.86. You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in the Basque Country. Spain. I've been to Mexico once, Cancun so my experience of Mexico is certainly a jaded one although I did try to keep away from the strip as much as possible. I'm looking at a trip right now that's $900 for 7 days. Today, I'm 48, married, with 4 kids. Covid is way out of control in Mexico - they've largely given up (by comparison, Mexico makes the USA look like New Zealand). ▲ Flamenco Dance Museum High-tech museum explaining the history and art of Sevilla's favorite dance. Also $ for meals, extra attractions, souvenirs. If you had more time and more money, I would definitely go with Spain. And Puebla wasn't that far from Mexico City and there was a bus that goes right to the airport. Our travel style is slower than most and we focus upon "engagement" over "been there saw that". His mission: to empower Americans to have European trips that are fun, affordable, and culturally broadening. I would opt for Mexico, given your timeframe - less jet lag and therefore more enjoyment from day 1. Some of the food I didn't go for. The other option is to fly into the Guanajuato airport from which it's about an hour and a half by bus to SMA. Make up two supposed itineraries, one for Mexico and one for Spain. This requirement has not been introduced as a temporary measure and may therefore continue well into 2021. Mexico City is a much more Metropolitan experience. Quito, Ecuador. My parents, siblings, and I went. Cost of trip I'm looking at is around $900. Compra Rick Steves Spain 2019 [Lingua Inglese]. I've never had a problem finding excellent Mexican (not Tex-Mex, which I also like) in California (north or south) or Chicago - but they all have large Mexican communities. Plan your own trip or take one of Rick's value-packed European tours and vacations. ▲ Museo de Bellas Artes Andalucía's top paintings, including works by Spanish masters Murillo and Zurbarán. Create custom playlists with more than 400 educational clips featuring the best of European history, art, culture, and experiences (plus topics beyond Europe) . It seems that more would go to Spain: Old World, architecture, and more culture (debatable). Don´t come if you´re looking for beach weather; come if you like to discover a Spain far away from the prototypical idea. You should go to Mexico because you already were in Spain for 6 days and you travel infrequently. 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 got a top floor suite with a view of the city for the same price as a regular room because I asked for a "quiet" room. I suggest you borrow some guidebooks from your local library. I'd have much more confidence in Spain getting a handle on managing the pandemic than Mexico. I can't remember a time when I didn’t eat Tex-Mex. It's just not Spanish. My choice woould be Spain. The trip will consume a minimum half day of your vacation time and feel more like a full day once you have disconnected from Madrid and settled in Barcelona. Your budget will go a lot further in Mexico (look at the exchange rate right now between USD and MXN - it's insane). 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. Back when we lived in the Pacific Northwest we spent several winters in SMA to escape the gloom and generally fell in love with the place. Mexico has tons of culture! We were very happy with all Mariachi Bands in the Plazas, The Crafts Markets, the Public Food Markets and the Hotel Prices were great! We all know the risks of planning with covid, but it's fun to start thinking about traveling again whenever it happens! Barcelona, and the surrounding area, offers a huge diverse menu of opportunities plus wonderful public transport to ease getting from point A to B. When you say you are looking at trips that cost XX, are you looking at tours? 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. I don't know San Miguel de Allende, but I hear it's both beautiful and chock full of tourists. Rick produces a best-selling guidebook series, a public television series, and a public radio show, and organizes small-group tours that take over 30,000 travelers to Europe annually. My Account. The Old World. We went out to a News Years Celebration at a Local Hotel with an American Couple who spoke Spanish. The shorter Rick Steves Best of Spain guidebook focuses on Spain's top destinations and sights, is in full color, and is updated every other year. If the 8-9 days includes travel days then you have essentially 7 days to experience your journey which provides ample time to create wonderful memories. Spain have just announced that anyone arriving from a high risk Covid area must have a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival there. Amazing. ▲▲ Hospital de la Caridad Former charity hospital (funded by the likely inspiration for Don Juan) with gorgeously decorated chapel. If we go to Mexico, it would be Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas, and Morelia. Not into bars, partying, drinking. Covid is way out of control in Mexico - they've largely given up (by comparison, Mexico makes the USA look like New Zealand). Explore Sevilla! Even not knowing where your trip will start or what time of year you want to go, your cost estimates for Mexico seem low to me. Explore Spain! Rick Steves Spain 2018 by Rick Steves, 9781631216701, available at Book Depository with free delivery worldwide. Factor in hotels more expensive that where I stayed, and restaurant food. What I heard about it came from someone who wasn't impressed, but they said the main area was a tourist version of Mexico. We went to Tlaquepaque which has a big plaza and crafts market. The main square was full of activity (in the beforetimes), even at night in November when it's chilly. In Mexico I’ve been to Mexico City but nowhere else. Mexico is open now and your proposed itinerary is excellent. You will have to check todays prices and situations. Terms of Service | Privacy, Andalucía’s Big Three: Granada, Córdoba, and Sevilla, Sevilla’s April Fair: Spain’s Sparkling Spring Spectacle, Saints and Celebrations in Spain Trip for 2 (wife and me) would probably run us $3500-$4000. Since you like old churches and architecture I’ll throw another possibility into the mix. Absolutely loved it. Cholula, a pretty town where the Spaniards built a church on top of a hill that turned out to be a pyramid, would be worth a stop for you. That will probably be your biggest expense after transportation including airfare. If you'd be willing to expand your search, look into Puebla. Acquistalo su libreriauniversitaria.it! My parents, siblings, and I went. 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. Since 1973, Rick Steves has spent about four months a year exploring Europe. For value of the dollar the choice is Mexico. What I spent on past trips may not be helpful because I traveled alone and kept my costs low by eating food from markets or grocery stores and I stayed in hostels or low end hotels. We were in Spain for 6 days and Paris for a day and a half. Scopri tutti i libri, leggi le informazioni sull'autore e molto altro. Taxco would be a great day trip from Mexico City. Since you're a teacher I'm assuming that your discretionary time off is limited to the Christmas break and summer. Liked a little bit of the food: gazpacho, potato omelet, and also paella (national dish of Spain). Internationally. There are great museums, the architecture will be familiar if you like Spain, ceramic tiles all over the place, and the food scene was quite good. The north is very mountainous and rainy, full of forests and deep valleys (Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria and Basque Country). Would love to stay 2 weeks, but can't bec of $. If we go to Spain, it would be to Madrid, Barcelona, and a few other towns in the northern part for 8-9 days. And Guanajuato is beautiful, but small. Flying into Mexico City is probably the cheaper option from most US destinations - from there it's about a 3.5 hour bus ride to SMA. I've read a little on the Internet. ▲▲ Bullfight Museum Guided tour of the bullring and its museum. Also, the Archaeological Museum and the Pyramids of Teotuhuacan. Have only been to Spain during the shoulder season in September-October but I believe that mid-summer temps there can be punishingly hot as well. The quick 20 minute test will not be valid. Tour Account › Travel Forum › Home / Travel Forum / Spain; Please sign in to post. Walking around Granada or parts of Mexico City is exciting and feels more different from home. Would love to go there for a few days in the future. Thank you to each. Before posting, please read our Community Guidelines. Acquista l'eBook Rick Steves Best of Spain di Rick Steves in offerta, scaricalo in formato epub o pdf su La Feltrinelli. I think it's pretty short for Mexico, too. In the U.K., the required test takes 48 hours to get the results, which is tight in a 72 hour deadline, including flight time to get there. By Rick Steves. I like Mexican food but Spanish food surpasses it particularly that found in the Basque region. I would stay in Mexico City and one other choice, using them as bases for day trips. I have been to Spain (Seville, Granada, Córdoba, Barcelona, Madrid, Toledo and a few other places). Before posting, please read our Community Guidelines. Winter weather is idyllic, and prices for accommodations and food are still affordable. would be much more cost-effective than a trip across the pond ... as inviting as that may seem. Spain's in comparison is 34.2 new cases per 100,000, which is just about equal to the US. While in Spain, loved the old churches and art we saw. Factor in flights: $500-$700 per person. My Account. Before posting, please read our Community Guidelines. Like stuff from Middle Ages, Colonial Era. Guadalajara also has a Folk Ballet and some great Museums featuring huge Orozco Murals. Start a New Topic. With 8-9 days, I think you could do Madrid and Barcelona, or you could pick one or the other and visit some smaller towns. For coronavirus (COVID-19) travel information, I love both Spain and Mexico, although they are quite different. Yes, you can find "TexMex" in Mexico, but there is a larger menu to experience in Mexico. Otherwise, I’d choose Spain over Mexico only because I’m concerned about the cartel issue in many parts of Mexico, although the resorts and Mexico City are pretty safe. Colonial towns. Quicentro Mall was nice and we enjoyed the teleferico to the top of the mountain. ...... would help to know if the 8-9 days trip in 2021, 'm... 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