Spain

From a hidden bakery to a swank hotel, complete with pool bar, don't miss these gems in bustling Barcelona.

I haven't been on a horse since I was 11, and my childhood equestrian memories aren't entirely happy ones. I grew up with four or five other girls the same age - our parents were all friends - and whenever one of us took an interest in an activity, the rest of us were signed up, too.

Skip all the planning-induced headaches, border-crossing hassles and even lineups—and embark on a luxe, perfectly curated sampling of the continent

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