Ideas, tips and guides to travel Extremadura independently

Discover an exciting up-and-coming Spanish destination with the help of a local

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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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A 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 Plasencia from Madrid

Situated by the river Jerte, Plasencia is an unmissable stop for travellers roadtripping Extremadura along the Autovía Ruta de la Plata or for those visiting Cáceres province from Madrid. This article, aimed at travellers looking to get to Plasencia from Madrid,...

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...

8 day trips from Plasencia

Plasencia deserves, in my opinion, one full day to leisurely see all the places not to miss; I personally recommend staying overnight, particularly if you travel on a weekend. If you’re using Plasencia as a base to further explore Cáceres province, this article will...

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