boutique travel agency spain

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Sarah Gemba | Founder

Hola, i'm sarah.

I’m the Founder and Principal Travel Designer here at Spain Savvy. I have the ambitious and exciting vision of making Spain the premier travel destination for fellow Americans and the gateway to the rest of Europe. Throughout my 20 years of travel design experience, and just as long living in this adopted country of mine, I’ve had the privilege of sharing my own unique discoveries with travelers of all backgrounds. Families, honeymooners, and retirees have all entrusted me to craft their unique itineraries, and I’ve found that our local knowledge is what makes for a truly incomparable experience.

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Client testimonials.

"Sarah Gemba planned a wonderful trip for us. The hotels, restaurants and tours were all fantastic. She was always super responsive anytime we had questions, responding either immediately or within a very short period of time. She cheerfully made adjustments when our schedule changed...Overall she was a joy to work with and I will definitely be reaching out when I return to visit..."

– Felicia Grant

"It was exactly what I needed help with so that we could relax and enjoy the program she crafted. We visited Porto, Tarragona, Sitges, and Barcelona and she guided us each step of the way. Highly recommend! If only there was a Sarah in every country we want to visit"

– Sharon Friedman

"Megan and Sarah made the trip easy and memorable in every way! Working with Megan and Sarah, we felt like we were dealing with a loving family. We were so impressed with how they really “got us” and designed an itinerary that was perfect for us... Over and above all the attention to detail, Megan and Sarah made us feel valued and taken care of the whole time."

– Linda Shuster

"Sarah is incredibly professional and wonderful to work with. She promptly responds to all emails and text messages and makes herself available while you are traveling...We will definitely be contacting Sarah & Spain Savvy for all of our future travel needs to Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Sarah and Spain Savvy will make your travel experience magical and seamless!"

– Melanie Smith-Thuret

"Contacting Spain Savvy was the best decision I've ever made for my travel planning! Sarah and her team went above and beyond to create the most memorable trip ever for my family. Sarah took care of every request that we had and she really took the time to listen to us to create a trip that was tailored just for us."

– Marla Rzeszotarski

"I'm so glad I found Spain Savvy and decided to put them in charge of it all as I was really able to enjoy our trip and really absorb all that Spain had to offer. The fact that they are located in Spain is a huge plus. They really took care of us, and we felt that they genuinely wanted to make sure everything went well and that we had a great experience. Everything went smoothly. Well worth it. So don't hesitate."

– Jocelyn Abisia

"She took the time to understand what made us tick, and was UNBELIEVABLY responsive as we planned the trip. We were rusty travelers, and having her in our corner gave us tons of confidence... Our girls said the trip to Spain was a huge highlight to summer, and we are so grateful we made it. I’m not sure we could have pulled this trip off without Sarah and Spain Savvy"

"We often question and regret the choices we make. I can honestly say that booking my travel with Spain Savvy was one of THE BEST choices I have ever made! Booking your travel with Spain Savvy will take the worry and stress out of planning. I am thinking of my next venture to that part of the region so that I can use Spain Savvy services again!"

– Mary Spencer

"Sarah was fantastic to work with. We loved how Sarah asked great questions, listened to what we said, and seemed to understand immediately what was important to us. While we knew where we wanted to go, there was still a lot of knowledge that Sarah had that we didn’t. This is where Sarah excelled...we were even more impressed with her ability to translate our interests into a doable plan. When we had a question or needed help, Sarah was incredibly responsive and helpful. We never felt like we were alone. She’s a gem!"

– Art & Hallie

Let's Talk.

Looking to design your tailored trip to Spain and beyond? Send us a quick message and our expert design specialists will help you start your journey.

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Exclusive Travel Designers

We design luxury tours in spain and make your dream holiday come true.

Are you looking for a local boutique travel agency to help you organise a perfect trip to Spain?

You might be hesitating at this point because you like to take care of every detail yourself, so you can make sure everything goes as planned. But the issue is that in your busy life you don’t have time to do lots of research and decide the perfect itinerary, what to see and what to miss, choose the best charming hotels, book train journeys, museum tickets, find out about which restaurants are really something else… Imagine how great would it be if someone local who knows your taste and preferences really well, could take care of all those arrangements for you.

You could just relax knowing you are in good hands. We’ll provide the luxury tours in Spain you are looking for.

Your holiday 100% stress free and just fun

We take care of all the travel arrangements. you just enjoy the adventure of a private tour in spain..

At Just Explore we are experts at handcrafting unique experiences in Spain.

We believe in authentic human connections , that’s why the first thing we do is to listen to you. This way we get to know you and your travel companions very well before designing personalised itineraries which will perfectly match your personalities and tastes.

Our main ambition is to make you feel at home , in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, so you can just enjoy the adventure of a private tour in Spain. We will take care of all the arrangements, even the tiniest details, to make you live Spain as a local. You won’t have to worry about logistics, language barrier or missing out on the great things, we have it all covered for you.

We want you to breathe and taste Spain as never before. We want you to live the most unique experiences in Spain.

“My wife and I truly enjoyed our honeymoon trip to Spain. Rosa Lara from Just Explore made the whole planning process completely stress free by putting together a customized itinerary that met all of our needs. She was very responsive and available to answer all of our questions too. The trip was exactly what we hoped for”

Gary C. - Atlanta, Giorgia

“We took a 10 days trip to Southern Spain last year, same month, and we absolutely loved the experience. We wanted to further explore the Andalusia region and return to Malaga, where we really enjoyed. We can summarise this trip as: 10 days of sun, Good and tasty wines and food Perfect hotels Competent and nice guides Excellent train rides In other words: nothing to complain about. North of Spain may be of interest for next year, feel free to tempt us :)”

Ake Karlsson - Stockholm, Sweden

“Our second trip to Spain with Just Explore was another huge success! Rosa Lara already knew about our preferences and coordinated everything in a timely manner. Our 13 day trip spanned across Barcelona, Valencia, San Sebastian and the Rioja wine region. All in all, a great time had by all members of the family, and thanks to Just Explore, everything went smoothly without any hassle. I strongly recommend Just Explore to anyone planning a fun-filled and memorable trip to Spain. They can really customize anything for you and provide recommendations for hidden gems & local immersion”

Phyllis - Dubai

“Just Explore was highly recommended to us and we weren’t disappointed. Rosa Lara and her team put together an 18 day best of Spain tour that showcased a lot of what Spain has to offer. Our accommodation was first class, each and every driver was courteous and on time. We were constantly amazed by the depth of knowledge and passion shown by every guide. Highlights included Ronda, the Spanish horses in Cordoba and the cooking class combined with a winery tour. We wouldn’t hesitate in recommending your company to anyone who is planning a visit to Spain”.

Sue Simms - Canberra, Australia

“We can’t say enough about Just Explore to make sure anyone seeing this review will stop looking for any other travel agents for a trip to Spain. We are overwhelmed by the hospitality and professionalism of all our guides and drivers. Rosa Lara, our travel agent listened to us from the very first moment we contacted her online. That was our 25 wedding anniversary and we wanted to see the culture and history of a country that has it all. We knew that Rosa was most definitely the one I wanted to work with on this adventure. THANK YOU!”

Frances F. - Charlotte, USA

"Rosa Lara is an absolute pleasure to work with. With regard to planning the trip, she was easy to talk to, quick to respond, and accommodating of all our requests and interests. We enjoyed the customisation of the trip. It was the leisurely pace we desired with all the freedom to absorb the culture and beauty of Spain. Everything went smoothly and any adjustments we wanted to make to our trip were executed perfectly”

Jocelyne Aquino & Family
 - Manila, Philippines


“In short, that was a lovely vacation for two old friends that we will always remember. We spent a week in Spain, visiting Madrid, Seville and Barcelona. Rosa arranged all transportations, booked us into lovely, moderate priced hotels as we requested. She gave us excellent recommendations for restaurants and even helped us with the reservations. If you go to Spain, you must use Just Explore!”

Your local boutique travel agency in Spain

We believe in authentic life adventures. We provide you the most memorable private tour in Spain. That’s why we want you to discover the magic of this country without feeling you are just another tourist.

We design activities and unique experiences in Spain aimed to learn more about our culture in a genuine way, with authentic and interesting people.

Foodies will love our carefully chosen restaurants, wine tasting and cooking workshops, while art and history aficionados will be enchanted by some of the best museums and historical sites in the world, all without having to wait in endless queues.

Nature lovers will discover gorgeous scenes, where they will truly feel closer to Mother Nature.

At Just Explore we deeply care about the wellbeing of the local community as well as the natural environment, that’s why we only work with businesses who also believe in a respectful tourism industry.

Your stay 100% zen before and during your trip

At Just explore we want you to relax and enjoy this special time with your partner, friends or family while discovering all the wonders Spain has to offer.

That’s why we will be available 24/7 during your trip.

You can make use of our user-friendly mobile app if you like. On this app you can check your itinerary, receive alerts, download tickets and city maps and chat with us at any time.

Even if we use the best technology available for your convenience, we still believe in the human contact, that’s why we carefully choose our guides, who will enrich your experience and make sure you are comfortable at any time.

We look forward to offering you one of the best experiences of your life.

Live Spain as an insider. Our best kept secrets disclosed.

Highlights of spain.

Check our ideas for different itineraries and activities  depending on your personal interests.

Group Tours Andalucía

If you prefer to travel as part of a small group tour, we also have excellent options for you. Check them out here

Tailor Made Service

For independent travellers looking for unique and memorable experiences in Spain. We design the perfect trip just for you. Let’s get to know each other!

Special Events

Your wedding, anniversary, birthday or even your divorce, why not? Any life event is the perfect excuse to spend unforgettable moments with your loved ones in a gorgeous setting.

Corporate Services

Indulge your employees and customers with a thoroughly planned event in Andalusia.

Luxury Tours in Spain

Are you looking for a unique experience in Spain? Look no further than Just Explore! Our team of experts will guide you through some of the best luxury tours in Spain that will guarantee an unforgettable experience. Our private tours are tailored to your needs and will allow you to explore some of the most incredible places in the country. From the bustling streets of Madrid to the peaceful beaches of the Costa del Sol, Just Explore will make sure you have the most amazing experience in Spain.

Contact us today to start planning your unique journey!

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Luxury Spain Tours made for you

Wine Regions

Visit the Duero Valley and La Rioja vineyards

Art and Architecture

Discover multiple galleries and museums

Spanish Flavours

Sample the country's best cuisine

Coastal Escape

Explore the rugged Costa Brava

Santiago de Compostela

Visit the popular pilgrimage destination

Stunning architecture, soulful people, a grand heritage and wild landscapes

As one of Europe’s largest countries, you’ll find that Spain is as enchanting as it is varied. Take a luxury journey to this southern European country and prepare to fall in love with it. From sun-kissed beaches to vibrant medieval cities to dramatic natural landscapes, Spain has it all.

A rich history stretches back to the great Mediterranean civilisations such as the Phoenicians and Carthaginians. The Romans greatly favoured ‘Hispania’ for six centuries, especially for its wine and olive oil, and later North African Arabs, known as Moors, conquered much of Iberia and brought in another golden age.

Art lovers will be in awe of the masterpieces at Madrid ’s Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen museums while further north in Figueres, the Dalí Theatre-Museum allows visitors to embark on a fascinating journey through the life of one of the most iconic artists of the 20th century. The whole of Spain is dotted with architectural wonders, from Gaudí’s modern marvels in Barcelona to the incredible Moorish architecture of Seville , Cordoba and Granada .

And then of course there’s the food. Eating in Spain is all about keeping it simple and letting the incredible flavours of its natural ingredients shine through. Each region is fiercely proud of their culinary heritage and trying the local dishes is all part of what makes travelling in Spain so rewarding.

Your luxury trip to Spain can include as much or as little as you like. We plan every step of your trip so you can enjoy the tremendous adventure knowing that we take care of the details. We’ll also pair you with incredible local guides who bring the country to life.

Discover the ancient Moorish architecture of Seville and Granada

Eat your way through San Sebastian ‘s pinxtos scene

Enjoy the beaches and glamour of Mallorca

Explore the arrestingly green coastal landscapes of Asturias

Climb to the top of Gaudi’s iconic Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Melania Siriu

Senior Travel Designer

Spain is a vibrant country with something new to discover at every turn. Whether you're an art lover, an avid foodie or a history buff, there's no end to what you can experience as you get to know the welcoming people and the places they call home. 

Luxury accommodation in Spain

Catalonia and the Costa Brava

La Rioja Wine Region

Duero Valley Wine Region

Trip inspiration

21 Day trip

11 Day trip

13 Day trip

10 Day trip

Whatever you want from your Spain tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Where to go

The Spanish capital is bursting with life and passion and through its well planned streets course Madrilenos, the city’s inhabitants.

Barcelona caters to every type of traveller, from honeymooners and beach lovers to art aficionados, foodies and culture hunters.

Along Catalonia’s rugged coast, the Costa Brava, secluded beaches are punctuated by fishing towns.

Seville has resurrected itself as the capital and largest city of Andalusia, full of Spanish grandeur.

Beloved by Chopin, George Sand, Joan Miro, and other such luminaries, the largest of the Balearic Islands is nothing short of inspiring.

Granada is as famous for its beautiful gardens and charming narrow streets as for its tavern-style nightlife and Flamenco-skilled gypsy artists.

Andalusia possesses the most-varied terrain in all of Spain and boasts both a Mediterranean and an Atlantic coastline.

Sophisticated, cosmopolitan, and vibrant, Bilbao is the modern face of the Basques.

Tucked away between the Basque Country, Navarre and Castilla y Leon, northern La Rioja may be small, but it’s full of spirit.

San Sebastian

The sophisticated and shimmering city of San Sebastian in the north has quickly become the Spanish city of choice for those in the know.

With more than 300 wineries, there’s no chance of going thirsty. Each and every winemaker is immensely proud of their product and have their own secrets.

Malaga and the Costa del Sol

Malaga is best known for the Costa del Sol, a stretch of sandy coastline punctuated by Marbella and Puerto Banus Marina, as well as sleepier fishing villages.

Santiago de Compostela is one of the country’s most culturally and historically significant cities.

Meet your Europe team

Travel Designer

When to visit

The summers can get very hot in southern Spain so visiting in spring, early summer and autumn is preferable. The north is still hot during the summer but is cooler than the south, which is great for hiking. With plenty of museums and galleries in the cities, they make great year-round destinations.

June and September

Wine tasting

Calcot season

November - April

When is the Best Time to Visit Spain?

Spain travel guides.

Photo Journal: Exploring Mallorca's Natural Beauty

The Best Christmas Markets from Around the World

Our Cultural Guide to Seville

Ultimate Guide to a Food and Art Vacation in Spain

Plan your trip to spain.

Whatever you want from your adventure in Spain, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Why book with Jacada?

Personalised design

We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

Responsible travel

Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Andulsia April 2023 From the first contact to the last day the trip was smooth and seamless. Our Agent Dan our concierge Alice and our very knowledgable guides and hosts made the trip so very enjoyable. Everything Jacada had arranged for us was exactly the kind of thing we were interested in. The Alhambra, Ubada/Beaza, Cordoba, Ronda, Jerez and one…

Great service, very knowledgeable guides, great locations and super transport

Jacada provided our family with two amazing European getaways. Hanna and Alice had everything set up beautifully down to every last detail. The excursions, hotels, and guides were all incredible. We definitely recommend them and hope to work with Hanna again for future travel!

This was an outstanding tour of Spain Every guide, Driver and Hotel were very good. The breakfasts were excellent. The Hotels and the locations were just beautiful You did a very good job of meeting our needs. I will definitely recommend Jacada Travel and I hope to use your services in the future. I loved Spain and the cities you…

We were really happy with our entire trip and the guides and their pride in their countries. Everything that we booked to visit was perfect and so interesting. No complaints and only compliments.

Plan with peace of mind

When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

Expert travel advisors

Your personal travel agency, committed to you and to becoming the difference between an ordinary and extraordinary visit to Spain.

Portugal, travel memories to last you a lifetime!

Meaningful holidays make happy memories and we aim to provide you with a trip as unique and individual as you are.

Experiences specially crafted for you

Our greatest satisfaction is to provide the discerning traveller the opportunity to explore and experience Spain their way.

Allow yourself to be seduced by Spain

Looking for culture and art, fine dining, nature, nightlife and high end shopping? Spain has it all. Come, discover it yourself.

Indulge in a gastronomic experience

180 Michelin Stars and counting and first in the world in terms of area covered by vineyards… what are you waiting for?

Lugarex – Luxury Travel in Spain & Portugal

At Lugarex;

we are passionate about designing tailor-made trips curated with your wishes and needs at heart.

We prepare unique customized itineraries that consider your preferences, age, expectations, travel interests, and anything that is meaningful to you when visiting a new country…

How we work

It is essential to put ourselves in the place of the traveler and design a tailor-made itinerary as if we were traveling ourselves.

Commitment is one of our hallmarks. Our local knowledge and experience, combined with your wishes and needs, will result in a personalized itinerary and a flawless travel experience…

The team at Lugarex;

is made up of a group of people passionate about discovering and really experiencing the world

The company was founded by two travelers who know vast amounts about Spain and Portugal and have spent years advising friends, colleagues…

We show you;

Spain and Portugal in an authentic yet exclusive way

We provide you with a comprehensive service, including your transportation needs, selecting and booking charming boutique or luxury accommodations…

Experiences

Treat yourself to a memorable trip, bespoke travel experiences.

Madrid, diverse & unique

Experience the magic of Andalusia

Southern spain - tours & day trips.

Building world Heritage Sites for centuries

Architecture.

With all my loved ones...

The folden triangle of Art...

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Gran canaria every year in february.

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TESTIMONIALS

Our clients loved it.

Lugarex provided a wonderful combination of service, attention, thoughtfulness, and professionalism throughout our interactions, from the early stage of planning until the end of our trip. We loved that the team in Lugarex offered suggestions which we had not previously considered that added to our experience of Spain. This tour company should be anyone's first choice when considering a personalized trip to Spain.

Joseph & Angeline M. Georgia, USA

Wow! Just Wow!! Our trip was amazing!!! Our trip planner was amazing-very patient with our party trying to make decisions about what to do and where to go. I was suspect at first about some of the things he suggested, but those things ended up being the best part of the trip. The support offered during the trip was outstanding, and if we needed something, all I had to do was text the main office, and it was taken care of within 5 minutes. Again-our trip was terrific and if we had to do it over we would do it the exact same way!!!!

Lucinda V. & friends Texas, USA

Lugarex did an excellent job for us. Our travel specialist spent the time communicating with me and refined our two-week trip into a perfect one. Both the accommodations and guides were fantastic. The drivers were extremely professional. Everyone we asked about our travel company spoke highly of their professionalism and care, and we would certainly second that assessment. The trip lived up to my highest expectations and Lila adored it. Thank you so much. We will be sure to refer friends to you should they plan on taking a trip to Spain. From start to finish it has been a true pleasure.

Abbott & Lila S. New York, USA

Lugarex was highly recommended to us by a friend. We had an unbelievable holiday in Spain. Lugarex planned all of the details - and then some. We loved touring Barcelona and walking through the Gothic Quarter. We also enjoyed the time we spent in the South relaxing. Granada was worth the long drive and incredible to see. The people in Spain were fantastic.

Lavine Family New York, U.S.

The customer service was well beyond any expectation. The tours and unique experiences themselves also exceeded expectations and were exactly what we believe made the trip a wonderful experience. The communication was prompt and clear and gracious. Our tour guide gave us such a beautiful glimpse of the city's history as well as culinary experience. And she was pure joy to spend time with and get to know.

Aimee & Paula DiCicco Texas, USA

I just came back from the most amazing trip with Lugarex touring Andalusia, Spain. We were a group of 6 women with a lot of different personalities and this company delivered something for everyone. From the very beginning our trip planner was attentive and professional and provided me with information to put together the best trip I could for the 6 of us. We wanted to experience culture and history and the beauty of Andalusia in a luxurious setting. The trip was fantastic - from the minute we stepped off the plane there was somebody there waiting for us, we were shuttled and guided every day by a different person who was always punctual and friendly and would bend over backwards to accommodate us. Our accommodations were palatial and grand, and our trip planner added beautiful fresh fruit and chilled Cava for us to enjoy. Our tour guides were top notch and informative. Lugarex provided us with restaurant suggestions, and the tour guides also did. I am an avid traveler and was so impressed with the organization of the whole trip. We even threw our trip organiszer a curve ball and asked him to throw in a winery last minute- he gave us a private tour of a winery with a complimentary lunch- pure class!!! The whole trip was amazing! If I could take the trip again the only thing I would do differently would to spend more time, unfortunately we only had 1 week.

Kerri & Friends United States

We wanted a service that provided a tailored travel experience in Spain. We decided to proceed with Lugarex after interacting with their team. The trip and service were excellent. Lugarex delivered on everything that was promised. We loved Barcelona. Our hotel was great - well located with an interesting vibe. There wasn't a single most memorable moment as we really enjoyed everything. Our guide was outstanding, we've experienced many guides in our travels, and she ranks as one of the best. The support during the trip was great, and the few times we needed to get in touch, the response was almost immediate.

Karen F. & Family Toronto, Canada

Lugarex was willing to work with me on specific destinations. The best way to describe my trip is - Perfection! Everything worked as desired/needed, down to people being present on a timely basis for tours or travel to transportation. Fantastic work! We were so pleased that EVERYTHING worked as planned. Life can be quite fine, indeed!

Mark & Anne M. California, USA

Our group of six, including two ladies of senior years (both 87) had a total blast: The trip of a lifetime. The organisation by Lugarex was 100% spot-on. All guides turned up prior to the appointed times or even made contact before the appointment. Each tour was brilliantly curated for our group. The guides were, to a man, warm, personable, knowledgeable and passionate about their field. The hotels selected each offered the ideal location for the city/town we were staying in. All accommodations were of a high standard representing good value with more than ample in-house and nearby dining options. To be honest... Each succeeding day offered a new and unforgettable highlight. We were blown away by Toledo, then by Granada, then -- wouldn't you know -- by Ronda... Jerez and just possible because of the variety it offered, most of all, by Sevilla.

John M & Family Thailand, Australia & Ireland

Lugarex planned and delivered the best 14 day trip to Spain for my wife and me. Everything from transportation to location of the hotels to sightseeing with English speaking guides was just perfect and to our liking. Thanks to our guides who recommended vegetarian restaurants in all the cities we visited. We will definitely recommend this agency to our friends.

Mahendra & Ramilaben San Francisco, USA

A trip prepared with love. My partner and I wanted to visit Andalusia in the hope of exploring it in a different way than visiting the usual tourist hotspots. Lugarex customized our trip and organized private visits that meant moving at our own pace and without the need to follow a tight schedule. They showed us Andalusia as locals - everyday places that helped us understand southern Spain, the way of life and the customs. The trip was excellent and they took care of every detail along the way to make us feel that we were their priority. An anniversary trip that I will never forget, thanks!

Greta C. Chicago, USA

We only had a week in Spain, and the trip planned for us covered Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Granada and Seville. The organisation was seamless, at no time did we feel rushed, and we experienced the highlights of every city. Lugarex selected very knowledgeable guides who significantly increased our understanding of whatever we were looking at. We stayed in lovely boutique hotels right in the heart of the cities, and they organised all the transport, so we didn't have to think about anything. It was a fabulous experience.

Jenny & Greg L. Sydney, Australia

After an extensive online search, we found Lugarex's website to be the most professionally presented and made a non-Spanish speaker very comfortable interacting with you online. In the end, it was not just the stunning website that proved the value, but all that the company did. For in life we know that what's on the surface may not always be what's underneath. The immediate response to our web inquiry and the phone call that followed were extremely positive and convinced us of the company's professionalism and ability to accommodate our requests. The guides were superb, personable and went out of their way to ensure that we had the best experience and access to their expertise and their cities. We appreciated that most were natives in each of the places we visited. Having the opportunity to interact with people who are fiercely proud of their country helped us to see and experience Spain in a unique way. We especially appreciated your sensitivity to our request for Jewish history content whenever possible.

Sharon & Joseph B. Pennsylvania, USA

This travel company was exceptional in every way. During the planning stages, this company paid attention to every last detail and created a perfectly customized itinerary for a large group with different interests, ages, and physical abilities. We had a fantastic time and would highly recommend this travel company to future travelers. The olive oil estate visit was really informative, and the people warm and fun. The tapas tour in Sevilla with our guide was also exceptional, but it is hard to choose. All of our experiences were fun and memorable.

Visioni Family Chicago, U.S.

Booked a trip to Madrid and Barcelona with Lugarex and the experience was fantastic. The private tours were led by knowledgeable people who were able to tell us about the history of Madrid and Barcelona. Lugarex 24x7 support via WhatsApp made us feel comfortable and secure. Would most certainly use Lugarex again when travelling to Spain.

Eve Lynn T. & Family LONDON, UK

This was our 5th trip to Spain. In the past, we always created our own plan, itinerary, and did our own driving. This time, we wanted a relaxing, personalized and custom tour of Andalusia with guides, hotels and suggestions for sight seeing and time spent in cities in the region. We must say that everything was spectacular. The guides in each city were knowledgeable, friendly, and we liked every one of them. It was a truly personal experience in Seville, Cordoba, Granada, Costa del Sol. Most remarkable was the excellent service when our flight to Madrid was delayed, my husband's luggage was left in Newark and Lugarex arranged for a driver to pick us up at the airport, drive us to Madrid train station, and give us two tickets to Seville. Even better was the arrangement to pick us up on our second day in Seville to get us to the airport to retrieve the bag which had arrived from Newark to Madrid to Seville. Absolutely the best service, truly exceptional!

Jackie & Mike Rizzi Rhode Island, U.S.

Our travel specialist was able to provide an excellent tailored itinerary for our four-city tour. Guides very knowledgeable, restaurant recommendations were first class. We loved our trip, especially our privately guided tours in Santiago, Bilbao and in the San Sebastian coastal area.

John & Caragh M. Worcester, United Kingdom

Friends had used this travel agency's services and insisted that I used them too. We had a great time. Lugarex is extraordinarily organized, and all our needs were taken care of. We loved our tours -, especially to Sagrada Familia and Montserrat. We also had just the right amount of downtime, which was suggested by Lugarex. Tossa de Mar was just what we needed after the flight over.

Weaver Family North Carolina, U.S.

I chose this travel agency after reading about their services online. We were impressed with all the little details that were looked after. The quality of guides for tours was superb. Having a number to call and chat while on the trip was so helpful. I loved the entire itinerary! I felt safe and supported at all times; it was easy to rely on Lugarex.

Susan F. & partner Alberta, Canada

Excellent! I have only good things to say about Lugarex....Everything went very very smoothly....The hotels were perfect. The drivers were great. The guides knowledgeable and friendly. I will recommend this travel agency without hesitation.

Carole & Marshall B. California, USA

What we liked the most was the personalised and customised approach that Lugarex took throughout our entire experience with them. We appreciated the 1st phone call and the time the travel specialist took to understand our needs and requirements and subsequent follow up enquiries. Our group of four believes that this is our most enjoyable holiday and the most efficient service. Each of us had different highlights. My husband enjoyed the Guggenheim while my sister and I enjoyed the whole experience of Santiago de Compostela, the best!

Tan Family SINGAPORE

Our trip was fantastic! We had a wonderful time with our adult children visiting so many beautiful places in Andalusia and Madrid. Our guides were so knowledgeable and pleasant. Transport arrangements were also first class. Most enjoyable and memorable parts were the Prado, the Alhambra and Generalife and the Alcazar. Also, the tapas tour, when we first arrived in Seville, was a great way to get started on our trip! Our travel team was very responsive and took care of anything that came up during the trip.

Teller Family New Jersey, U.S.

I chose this travel agency because they were very professional and attentive to customer. Exceptional service! Thank you! Granada, seeing the Alhambra, the Islamic architecture was awe inspiring!! Cordoba mosque and street of flowers. Malaga- Gibralfaro and the Picasso museum, these were all some of the absolute highlights of our trip. Despite my last-minute trip decision and that we visited during the Christmas period, the entire travel plan and a well-thought itinerary resulted in a memorable trip. Throughout the trip I felt safe and supported at all times; it was easy to rely on Lugarex.

Fiona K & daughters Texas, USA

I would highly recommend the Lugarex team to anyone that wants to see Spain. The team and our point of contact within it were so easy to work with while planning the vacation and more importantly, easily accessible while we were actually in Spain. We made MANY last-minute changes while we were there, and he was so accommodating and responsive to every single request. Everything went EXACTLY as planned - pickups, transfers etc. Nothing was left to chance, and everything was flawless. I LOVE not having to wait in those long lines for the attractions. We LOVED all the hotels that were chosen. They were all small boutique hotels that were centrally located to everything. The guides were ridiculously knowledgeable, friendly and more importantly totally flexible. We have done many private tours, and I would rate these guides as among the best we have ever had. Besides their depth of knowledge (which honestly was terrific) they were all incredibly well mannered, easy to get along with and just generally lovely people. I don't think there was a question we asked that they couldn't answer and they all seemed to genuinely love what they do AND loved working for Lugarex, which I thought was important.

Ray T. & Anne C. Jamaica

My family and I would like to thank Lugarex for organizing an incredible week for us. The only problem was that it was too short, and we missed some major highlights out of necessity, but we are inspired to return. We found Lugarex to be highly professional and organized, and appreciate your quick responses and willingness to accommodate our requests.

Arlyn W. & Family New York, USA

I was traveling with a large family group (10 pp) and needed professional help to coordinate transfers and multi-activity. LUGAREX enhanced our holiday in Lisbon & Barcelona and made a brilliant work customizing our holiday. LUGAREX coordinated a special tour at Camp Nou, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. All aspects of LUGAREX were brilliant, including their service and multiple phone calls to make sure all aspects were perfect. Thank You!

Dan C. & Family Texas, USA

Lugarex service before and during the trip was outstanding. I was very impressed! Seville Féria and the wonderful guides that took us around were the highlights of a great trip. The restaurant suggestions were great also.

Angella & David N. Los Angeles, U.S.

Of all companies that we considered, Lugarex put together the best itinerary and provided excellent personal service. The trip itself was excellent. Everything went smoothly and was first class. The accommodations in Seville and Tossa de Mar were spectacular. We really appreciated the support during our trip. Having the internet hot spot was terrific. We were grateful for the extra effort that went into trying to rearrange our schedule when we had an emergency; working with hotels so we could check in early, and all of the behind the scenes work that went into making our experience so smooth.

Ann M. & Family North Carolina, USA

Our friend found Lugarex online and recommended your service. Everything was so well done from the transportation to the hotels to the friendly people; we enjoyed our trip! The art museums in Madrid and our knowledgeable and art expert tour guide. He made the art so much more understood! The tapas tour in Seville was so much fun. Our hotels were all wonderful.

Allan & Lori S. Georgia, U.S.

My sister in law recommended this travel company, but I decided to work with them based mostly on their prompt and professional replies right from the first moment I contacted them. They offered excellent service, good coordination with all the departments. i.e.: hotel, transfer etc. We particularly appreciated how helpful the company was getting a passport that one of my kids left behind and got it delivered the next day to our hotel in Seville from Granada. To me, this is the most memorable experience I have with Lugarex. We felt safe and supported at all times.

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Barcelona & San Sebastian: Culinary Capitals

Culinary Capitals of Spain. San Sebastian claims more Michelin stars per capita than anywhere in the world. Catalonia has been a reference for the past twenty years for some of Europe’s top chefs. Immerse yourself in a culinary adventure through the best restaurants and wineries of Catalonia and Basque Country.

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Off the beaten path of most tourists, Northern Spain is for the adventurer and wanderlust seeker. Called Green Spain for its green countryside, regions like Asturias and the Basque Country are Spain’s emerald gems. Let yourself experience a completely new side of Spain through our carefully curated journey.

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Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and gastronomy of Florence’s past. Discover how Florence rose to the height of power & influence through the Medici & Strozzi families, most evident in the historical Florentine buildings. Taste the unrivaled flavors of the Tuscan food and wines on this 10 day journey.

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Little known by foreign tourists, Italy’s elite have been flocking to the Puglia region for decades to spend their summer vacation. Come discover the white-washed hill towns, centuries-old olive oil farms, and vibrant cities of Puglia on this luxurious 7 day trip.

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Spain and Portugal’s rich wine regions are known worldwide; yet, the wines are often overlooked compared to those of France and Italy. On this 12 day journey through the Iberian Peninsula, we’ll introduce you to the best Spanish and Portuguese wine regions - Penedés, Priorat, La Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Porto, and some yet to be discovered gems.

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Throughout the entire trip, their handpicked guides and drivers were exceptional. Each one was not only knowledgeable but also passionate about their country's rich history and culture, making every stop on our itinerary come alive with fascinating stories and insights. They effortlessly navigated through bustling cities and picturesque countryside, providing us with a seamless and comfortable journey.

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A quality team specialized in your discerning travelers who seek once-in-a-lifetime experiences across the authentic spain (largely unknown to most travelers) and memorable travels., flexibility, spain inside was created in 2013 with the innovative aim of immersing tourists in local regional festivities . with us, tourists experience exactly the same as the locals. breaking with traditional tourism by becoming part of the destination and not just seeing things from the outside. this new concept of tourism was awarded by the bank la caixa and fundeun in the “new business ideas” awards 2015 . in addition to keeping our core essence, we added exclusive experiences which trespass traditional festivities, experiences you thought you could never live or you imagined you could never experience ..

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Between the itinerary design that provides driver/guide contact details and specifics that I don’t have to research on my own for my clients, to the care that my travelers receive during their journey (communication with 'on the ground' employees via a messaging platform), I feel 100% comfortable not leaving my ringer on during my sleeping hours confident that they are in the best of hands with folks at Spain Inside. Thank you for the partnership and for giving me peace of mind when I need it most.

I had a very enjoyable and smooth experience. I needed assistance with some specific requests from clients that have traveled extensively and visited Spain numerous times so it required someone with a special expertise. They were very responsive, efficient, provided detailed information and perfect suggestions for their itinerary in Southern Spain. It was all beautifully presented in the proposal as well as final itinerary and the clients loved it!

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I challenged Spain Inside to create something different for us. They took the time to listen to what we needed, to understand what our guests were really looking for... and the result was a success. They take care of the whole process from start to finish, of all the staff along the way... and that's luxury, a truly dedicated company.

I can’t thank you enough for the incredible journey you put together. Every day built upon the previous with exceptional memories created without stress over any of the logistics that you handled flawlessly. Then all the little surprises just blew us away.

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I had the privilege of working with Spain Inside for two of my most favorite and best clients. Everything they included was everything my clients wanted. Nothing was missed. It is a joy to find a company who knows their product as well as Spain Inside knows theirs.

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At our travel agency, we provide curated experiences that will reset, transform, and inspire your mind, body, and spirit.  Whether you are traveling with family, friends, your significant other, or solo, we will create a customized itinerary that allows you to fully immerse yourself in your destination. With expertise in exotic destinations, indulgent adult-only cruises, luxurious all-inclusive resorts, vibrant metropolitan locations and magnificent honeymoons, we specialize in crafting journeys that cater to your unique preferences and desires. 

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I was a little apprehensive about my first trip overseas, but that was quickly resolved when working with Catherine. She laid out exactly how the trip was going to go, from the flight, to the drive to the resort and everything in between until it was time to fly back. She even told me which weather-appropriate attire I would be most comfortable in. The entire trip was seamless. I can't recommend her services enough."

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Top Tour Operators and Travel Agencies in Spain. Below you will find 43 of the best tour operators and travel agencies in Spain offering in total 523 tours and holidays through-out Spain. Combined they have received 618 customer reviews and an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars. The top tour activities offered in Spain are: Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history, Adventure and sport & Air tours, road trips and transfers.

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Exodus Travels

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A Taste of Spain was established in 1999 as the local boutique travel agency specialized in organizing private culinary tours and activities across Spain for foodie travelers and food professionals looking for a genuine culinary travel experience in Spain.

Founded by a team of professionals with extensive background in the Spanish fine food sector, A Taste of Spain was the first culinary travel agency of its type in Spain.

As native Spaniards sharing a passion for the culinary culture of our country, we are 100% specialized in Spain. A Taste of Spain does not operate in other countries.

Committed to provide unique culinary travel experiences

A “once in a life time” immersion in one of the world´s most fascinating culinary and cultural destination…

With that mission in mind, our culinary offer is carefully designed and directly organized by us, the four partners of A Taste of Spain. We do not resell other agency´s programs.

A Taste of Spain is “small enough” to provide our clients with a personalized and top quality service, at a reasonable price. Every detail is designed to meet the highest level of attention and professional service. We are not a big firm and neither do we wish to be.

We work on an upon request basis, always for private groups, starting from 2 people. This allows us to adapt to our client´s needs in terms of dates, length, content, etc. One of our major assets is our base of loyal clients, the true “A Taste of Spain ambassadors”.

A friend of a friend went on a tour with “A Taste of Spain” and they were so pleased with the experience they connected me with them…The tour was wonderful and their care in putting it together was impressive. I highly recommend them.

We truly enjoyed the tour. It was an amazing experience and it was more than we even expected. We never do tours, if all tours were like this we would do many more.

Delightful view of authentic Spanish life in Andalusia… we did not want the typical “tourist” vacation and had a very lovely time thanks to A Taste of Spain from beginning to end.

This met and exceded my expectations. As a culinary professional I feel like this really added to my knowledge and helped with the research I’m doing for the cookbook. I’ll spread the good word.

Your memorable tours for us are one of the big reasons why we keep coming back to Spain.

It was so kind of you and Jaume to meet us at the market for a tour. We did so enjoy it! And it made us feel very welcome in Barcelona.

The trip that you organized for us was one of the most incredible experiences of my life! we hope to come back to Spain soon…

Thanks for putting together such a great tour. Loved the farm visit and the many villages, the restaurants were exceptional, and everyone was so helpful. I look forward to visiting Spain again in the not too distant future.

Tour Ibérico matanza. Best trip I have ever done! The program was a genuine experience into the Iberico ham production, it was also extremely well organized. The on farm stay and family slaughter was fantastic, very personal and genuine!

Thank you for all of your work on this tour. It was diverse and full of wonderful activities, food and wine. Things could not have gone more smoothly or been more enjoyable. We will return to Spain!

Discover with us the genuine cuisine and culture of Spain

A Taste of Spain provides culinary adventures coupled with cultural visits, blending food, cooking, culture and fun in a personalized and professional manner.

We design and organize any kind of culinary experience, from hands-on cooking classes, food market visits, food and wine tastings, tapas tours…to any type of gastronomic tour or event, covering all topics and regions. Our nation-wide net of contacts allows us to offer the widest range of food and wine programs in Spain.

For inspiration, our website contains a selection of our most popular culinary tours and activities, designed to discover some of Spain´s main culinary destinations – Catalonia, Basque Country-La Rioja, Andalusia, Madrid-La Mancha, Galicia, Valencia – and food specialties such as Ibérico ham, Olive Oil, Wine…

Additionally, for solo travelers or clients who like travelling with others, twice a year we program our Ultimate Foodie Tour of Spain , a small group culinary tour through Madrid, La Rioja, the Basque Country and Catalonia.

All our tours can be privately organized year round, combined, adapted and complemented with additional content or destinations. Contact us to design your customized dream culinary trip to Spain!

Catering to foodie travelers and food professionals

Beyond the wide range of culinary experiences listed in our website, we organize custom-designed culinary trips to meet with the special requests from the more curious or professional traveler.

Whether on business or vacation, thinking on expanding your knowledge of Spain´s exceptional gastronomic offer, or just having a group of people interested in a tour to the culinary treasures of Spain, we put at your disposal our network of contacts and know-how.

Our main expertise is the design and organization of customized programs across Spain, covering all topics and regions, with content ranging from culinary tours to seminars, tastings or any other gastronomic event or service.

We collaborate frequently with food & travel journalists, chefs, specialty food professionals and culinary organizations. Some of our past clients include the Culinary Institute of America, Slow Food headquarters in Italy, Foods from Spain USA, the Restaurant Association of Singapore…Read more at our professionals section.

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Marta Angulo

One of the three founding members, began her professional voyage more than 25 years ago, working in international food trade. From there she moved on to an important position in the international promotion of Spanish gastronomy and gourmet products at ICEX, the Spanish Institute of Foreign Trade. After extensive experience designing and implementing export strategies for food companies and producers, in 2000 Marta cofounded the groundbreaking project, A Taste of Spain. She currently combines this activity with specialized consulting for the Spanish Food Sector through the sister company Food Consulting, http://www.foodconsultingspain.com/.

Anne Marie Aznarez

Another founding member, started working in the Spanish food sector in 1976. For almost fifteen years, she was responsible for International Relations at Alimentaria, one of the world’s most important food shows. Later she headed the Export Department of a major Spanish food federation, developing promotional activities and organizing pavilions for international shows around the world. Since 2000, she is fully dedicated to A Taste of Spain, and especially involved in projects related with Catalonia.

Fátima Silóniz

The third founding member, started her international career in Sydney and New York, where she graduated in Marketing and worked in market research and trade marketing. Back in Spain, Fátima worked for twelve years in the international promotion of Spanish food products and the organization of public relations campaigns and culinary events for the Spanish Institute of Foreign Trade. Since 2006, she combines her dedication to A Taste of Spain with food consulting projects of various kinds.

Miguel Ullibarri

The latest member to join our team. He is a Food Marketing specialist and a reference in the world of Ibérico Ham. As General Manager of the Real Ibérico Consortium for seven years, he was responsible for positioning Ibérico Ham in the international gourmet arena, in close contact with the leading producers, as well as specialized media and distribution. Born in Bilbao, Miguel has lived in Australia and the US, and in the 90’s he occupied prominent positions in the Marketing Departments of multinational companies such as Mars and Kellogg’s.

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Douro Valley, Portugal: Explore the Douro Region and experience what makes it so unique during a 2-day private Douro River cruise, that starts from Pinhão. On the first day head towards Foz do Sabor, passing through Valeira’s lock and stopping at a local restaurant for lunch. Then enjoy a wine tasting at Quinta de Vale Meão. At the end of the day overnight at the magnificent Hotel Casa do Rio. The next day, visit in the morning the Côa Museum, where, after the visit, you can also have lunch – overlooking the Douro Valley. We will welcome you aboard again after lunch at Foz do Sabor pier and we will arrive in Pinhão by the end of the day.

Valencia, Spain: First of all Valencia is a wonderful city to visit, a lot less touristic than Barcelona and Madrid. Start the day with a private walking tour of the highlights of the city before heading to the City of Arts and Sciences, with its stunning architecture. Since by now you must be getting ready to have lunch, what better way to join a Paella cooking class, in the city where the dish has originated.

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Total solar eclipse 2024

By Ashley Strickland , Elise Hammond , Maureen Chowdhury , Antoinette Radford, Eric Zerkel and Aditi Sangal , CNN

In pictures: Watching the solar eclipse across North America

From CNN Digital’s Photo Team

Click here for more spectacular photos from today's eclipse.

Why eclipses create a "beautiful coincidence" on Earth

From CNN's Ashley Strickland

Americans are a little spoiled when it comes to eclipses. After all, we just experienced one that the majority of the country got to see, and it comes on the heels of the "Great American Eclipse" that tracked from Oregon to South Carolina in 2017.

But that doesn't often happen. And it won't again until the 2040s.

On average, an eclipse occurs in the same place every 375 years, said Dr. John Mulchaey, Carnegie Institution for Science’s deputy for science and the director and Crawford H. Greenewalt Chair of the Carnegie Observatories.

And we’re living at the right time to truly enjoy the sight of a total eclipse on Earth, he said.

While eclipses occur throughout the solar system, none are exactly like the ones experienced in our world.

The moon is about 400 times smaller than the sun, but the moon is also about 400 times closer to Earth than the sun is, creating a “beautiful coincidence” that results in eclipses when the three celestial bodies align, Mulchaey said.

This alignment is called syzygy, or when three objects line up in space.

In the distant past, the moon was much closer to Earth, which means totality likely didn’t appear as it does now. And within another 60 million years or so, the moon will be so far away that it will never cover the sun, making this a rare moment in time, Mulchaey said.

The long history of myths and folklore inspired by eclipses

From CNN's Ashley Strickland and Terry Ward

Eclipses have long inspired terror and awe as ancient cultures sought ways to explain the celestial phenomenon .

“I find the mythology and folklore of eclipses fascinating,” said Mark Littman, a journalism professor at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and coauthor of “ Totality: The Great North American Eclipse of 2024 .”

“To see how people long ago and people today reacted to a total eclipse of the Sun, a sight so unexpected, so dramatic, so surprising in appearance, and so unnatural even though it is utterly natural.”

Ancient records of eclipses date back to 772 BC, when the Chinese marked them on animal bones, and 750 BC, when Babylonians recorded eclipses in their cuneiform writing on clay tablets, Littmann said. Both cultures "realized there was a rhythm to eclipses," which meant they could be calculated and predicted in the future.

Despite the ability to predict eclipses, the cause of the eclipse remained unknown, so myths and folklore filled the knowledge gap.

"The mythology of eclipses most often involves a beast that tries to eat the sun for lunch. For the Chinese, that beast was a dragon or a dog. For Scandinavians, it was a wolf," Littmann said.

Those in northern South America thought the sun and moon fought one another, trying to shut off each other's light, he said.

Transylvanian folklore suggested that the sun looked down on Earth, saw the corruption of humans, and turned away in disgust.

And the Fon people of western Africa thought the male sun ruled the day, while the female moon ruled the night.

"They love each other, but they are so busy traversing the sky and providing light that they seldom get together," Littmann said. "Yet when they do, they modestly turn off the light."

Eclipses provide unique opportunities for NASA scientists to learn more about the future of the sun

From CNN's Elise Hammond

NASA scientists took full advantage of Monday’s eclipse to collect data and study the Earth, moon and sun in different ways, the agency’s deputy administrator said. One area of specific interest is the sun’s corona , or outer atmosphere.

“This is a very elusive region and it can be viewed during a solar eclipse in a very special way,” Pam Melroy said during a news conference at the end of March .

She said understanding the corona is “key to understanding fundamental questions about how heat and energy are transferred out into the solar wind,” which contributes to how solar wind and flares impacts Earth.

“Things are happening with the corona (that) we don’t fully understand and the eclipse gives us a unique opportunity to collect data that may give insights into the future of our star,” Melroy said.

And this is an especially good year to study the corona, she said. The sun is approaching  solar maximum — the peak of activity — later this year, and scientists are eager to capture this moment through a variety of observations that can only occur during eclipses. During solar maximum, the sun’s magnetic poles flip and then the sun will grow quiet again during a solar minimum.

“The chance that we are going to see something amazing is very high,” Melroy said.

Former NASA astronaut says she hopes eclipse sparks sense of connectedness with the universe

A former NASA astronaut said she hopes Monday’s total solar eclipse inspires a connection between everyone who witnessed it and the universe.

“We’re all part of this universe – and the universe was showing us some of its secrets at that point in time,” Mae Jemison told CNN.

While viewing totality in Bloomington, Indiana, the former astronaut said she was thinking about other times she experienced eclipses. 

When she saw a partial eclipse as a child in Chicago, Jemison said she was trying to make sense of what was happening.

But then thinking about her time as an astronaut, “it reinforced the feeling that when I look up, when I look away from the Earth when I was in space, it again connects me with this world, with this universe – and know that I have a responsibility.”

Jemison said science is about building on knowledge for the next generation, and the eclipse was an opportunity to do just that. Scientists used Monday’s eclipse to gather data to better understand the sun but Jemison said she hopes there is also learning at a personal level.

“I hope what people discover is themselves and their connectedness to the rest of the universe,” she said.

Eclipse Explained: Is there anywhere that saw totality in both 2017 and 2024? 

Yes! There is an area where both 2017 and 2024 paths of totality intersect. According to a map from NASA , that area includes parts of Missouri, southern Illinois and western Kentucky.

One of the places in that intersection, Carbondale, Illinois, experienced the longest period of totality in 2017 at 2 minutes, 42 seconds, according to NASA. 

Seeing the eclipse again more than 20 years later

From CNN's Christina Zdanowicz

Juan M. Soto Peña and his wife experienced the joy of a total solar eclipse alongside their daughter, Luciana, in Tucson, Arizona.

The couple saw a partial solar eclipse together on December 25, 2000, in the state of Sonora in Mexico, he said.

Worried about eye damage? Here are the signs you should visit an optometrist after the eclipse

Maybe your eclipse glasses were fake. Perhaps you forgot to slip them back on as the first bit of sunlight reappeared after totality. Or you noticed your child, friend or family member looking up at the sun without putting on their glasses.

Symptoms of eye damage after improperly viewing the eclipse without proper protection can take hours or days to manifest. They include loss of central vision, altered color vision or distorted vision .

And if you notice any symptoms or experience eye discomfort, make an appointment immediately using the American Optometric Association's doctor locator , said Ronald Benner, an optometrist and president of the American Optometric Association.

“For most people, it’s an alteration of color vision,” Benner said. “The next morning, colors just don’t look right, or it may be bleached out it or just kind of hazy all the time. For others, it may be that they actually have holes in their vision.”

If the damage occurs in the center of someone’s vision, it can affect the ability to read or recognize faces, Benner said.

Here's what the eclipse looked like from the International Space Station

From CNN's Taylor Nicioli

From space, crew members at the International Space Station saw a different perspective of the celestial event — the moon’s shadow cast onto Earth.

The orbiting laboratory "soared into the moon’s shadow" and NASA Flight Engineers Matthew Dominick and Jeanette Epps got a chance to capture it following their “workday filled with cargo transfers, spacesuit maintenance, and microgravity research,” according to a statement from NASA . The astronauts took pictures and videos of the shadow of the moon as seen from their position about 260 miles above southeastern Canada. 

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