Ideas, tips and guides to travel Extremadura independently
Discover an exciting up-and-coming Spanish destination with the help of a local
Hola!
I’m Irene (pronounced /ee-REH-neh/), a travel content creator from Extremadura.
Long since settled in the UK, I explore my Spanish home region with an inquisitive mind, a sharp eye, and the duality that comes with being both a local and a visitor.
On Travel Extremadura I share ideas, tips and practical information to help you discover this beautiful yet overlooked part of Spain.
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Featured articles
A traveller’s guide to Hospederías in Extremadura
Accommodation options in Extremadura are varied, ranging from luxury hotels and paradores, to family-run guesthouses and casas rurales, self-catering apartments, hostels and camping sites. Hospederías are a series of four-star hotels located in historical buildings in...
How to get to Mérida from Lisbon
Extremadura’s capital often is the first or the main destination for many travellers, whether they’re looking for a weekend gateway from Madrid or Seville, or to visit the region as a stopover on their way to or from Portugal. This article, aimed at travellers looking...
Useful practical information for visiting Cáceres
Travel planning is a joy for some travellers, and a chore for others. I’m of the opinion that excessive planning takes the fun out of travelling and leaves no room for flexibility, but a total lack of planning will likely result in disappointment and missing...
Eight day trips from Trujillo
As one of Extremadura’s main travel destinations, Trujillo is the perfect base to explore the region as a first-timer. The city deserves, in my opinion, a full day to see all the main sights without rushing it. But once you’ve seen it all, it’s time to get out on day...
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