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The Frommer's Travel Show

Less Discovered Spain

February 22 · 30 min · Season 1 · Episode 624 · 43.9 MB
0:00-30:30

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Peter Barron, one of the authors of the just published guidebook "Frommer's Spain", discussed ways to enjoy the uncrowded side to Spain, by going to less popular (but still tremendously appealing) regions and cities, and visiting the country when others don't.

Takeaways:

  1. The just published Frommer's Spain guidebook is a substantial resource for travelers, meticulously written and edited to ensure accuracy and depth.
  2. This podcast emphasizes the importance of responsible tourism, particularly in over-touristed areas like Barcelona and Mallorca.
  3. Listeners are encouraged to explore lesser-known regions of Spain, such as Extremadura, which offers rich history and beautiful sights without the crowds.
  4. The discussion highlights unique cultural experiences, including a visit to Barcelona's Hospital de Sant Pau, showcasing architectural beauty and historical significance.

Companies, places and people mentioned in this episode:

  1. Frommers
  2. Prado Museum
  3. Barcelona
  4. Hospital de Saint Pau
  5. Celler de Can Roca
  6. Esperit do Roca
  7. Vii
  8. Casa Bigote
  9. La Gitana
  10. Jerez
  11. San Lucar
  12. Costa Brava
  13. Girona
  14. Ronda
  15. Cuenca
  16. Philippe Stark
  17. Jesus Segura