Travel guides from someone who actually went — real itineraries, where to stay, what to eat, and the hidden gems the guidebooks miss. Starting in Spain.https://overthehillary.com/https://overthehillary.com/blog/2-days-in-florence-itinerary/https://overthehillary.com/blog/2-days-in-florence-itinerary/A practical 2-day Florence itinerary with the Duomo, Pitti Palace, Boboli Gardens, Ponte Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo, panini, gelato, and wine windows.Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/2-days-in-madrid-itinerary/https://overthehillary.com/blog/2-days-in-madrid-itinerary/A realistic 2 days in Madrid itinerary with the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, flamenco, churros, Gran Via, Retiro Park, and 360 Sky Bar.Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/2-days-in-venice-itinerary/https://overthehillary.com/blog/2-days-in-venice-itinerary/A realistic 2 days in Venice itinerary with St. Mark's Square, Rialto Bridge, cicchetti, gelato, viewpoints, restaurants, and what to book ahead.Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/3-days-in-rome-itinerary/https://overthehillary.com/blog/3-days-in-rome-itinerary/A practical 3 days in Rome itinerary for a first trip, with what to book ahead, how to group the sights, and where to eat between the big stops.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/3-days-in-seville-itinerary/https://overthehillary.com/blog/3-days-in-seville-itinerary/A realistic 3 days in Seville itinerary with the Alcázar, Cathedral, Plaza de España, Las Setas, tapas, flamenco, river views, and booking tips.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/9-venice-travel-tips/https://overthehillary.com/blog/9-venice-travel-tips/Nine Venice travel tips for first-timers, including where to stay, what to book ahead, vaporetto tickets, food tours, gondolas, and island trips.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-florence/https://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-florence/The best things to do in Florence for a first trip, from the Duomo, Pitti Palace, and Piazzale Michelangelo to panini, gelato, and wine windows.Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-rome/https://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-rome/The best things to do in Rome for a first trip, from the Colosseum and Vatican Museums to free views, piazzas, food stops, and unique activities.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-seville-spain/https://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-seville-spain/The best things to do in Seville, Spain — historic sites, food experiences, free spots, and day trips — with honest tips on what is actually worth your time.Sat, 23 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-venice/https://overthehillary.com/blog/best-things-to-do-venice/The best things to do in Venice for a first trip, from St. Mark's Square and Rialto Bridge to cicchetti, viewpoints, quirky bookstores, and unique experiences.Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/essential-flamenco-madrid-review/https://overthehillary.com/blog/essential-flamenco-madrid-review/A first-hand review of Essential Flamenco in Madrid — what to expect, ticket prices, booking tips, and how it compares to other flamenco shows.Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/florence-duomo-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/florence-duomo-guide/A first-timer Florence Duomo guide with what to book ahead, how to fit the Cathedral complex into a Florence itinerary, and practical timing tips.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/free-cheap-things-to-do-seville/https://overthehillary.com/blog/free-cheap-things-to-do-seville/The best free and cheap things to do in Seville, from Plaza de España and María Luisa Park to Las Setas, tapas, Torre del Oro, and Cathedral free entry.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/free-things-to-do-rome/https://overthehillary.com/blog/free-things-to-do-rome/The best free things to do in Rome for first-time visitors, including Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, St. Peter's Square, and Altar of the Fatherland.Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/hotel-posada-del-lucero-seville-review/https://overthehillary.com/blog/hotel-posada-del-lucero-seville-review/Why Hotel Posada del Lucero is one of the most memorable places to stay in Seville — a national monument, 16th-century inn, courtyard hotel, and walkable Old Town base.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/museo-del-jamon-madrid-what-to-order/https://overthehillary.com/blog/museo-del-jamon-madrid-what-to-order/What Museo del Jamón in Madrid actually is, what black label ham means, what to order, and which location to pick. A real first-timer's guide.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/piazzale-michelangelo-florence-sunset-photoshoot/https://overthehillary.com/blog/piazzale-michelangelo-florence-sunset-photoshoot/A practical Piazzale Michelangelo guide with sunset timing, taxi vs walking tips, photoshoot notes, and how to fit the viewpoint into a Florence itinerary.Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/pitti-palace-boboli-gardens-florence-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/pitti-palace-boboli-gardens-florence-guide/A practical Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens guide with ticket tips, what to see, and how to fit the Oltrarno into a 2-day Florence itinerary.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/plaza-de-espana-seville-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/plaza-de-espana-seville-guide/My Plaza de España Seville guide with cultural history, photo spots, province tiles, free flamenco, rowboats, María Luisa Park, and practical visiting tips.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/rome-colosseum-tickets-explained/https://overthehillary.com/blog/rome-colosseum-tickets-explained/A practical guide to Rome Colosseum ticket types, including arena floor, underground, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, guided tours, and what I would book for a first visit.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/rome-travel-tips/https://overthehillary.com/blog/rome-travel-tips/First-time Rome travel tips for booking the Colosseum and Vatican, avoiding crowd mistakes, grouping neighborhoods, walking smart, and choosing when tours are worth it.Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/royal-alcazar-seville-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/royal-alcazar-seville-guide/My Royal Alcázar of Seville guide with ticket tips, what to see inside, how long to spend, and why this palace is worth booking ahead.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/royal-palace-of-madrid-review-armoury/https://overthehillary.com/blog/royal-palace-of-madrid-review-armoury/A first-person Royal Palace of Madrid review with ticket tips, what to see inside, and why the Royal Armoury is worth the extra time.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/seville-travel-tips/https://overthehillary.com/blog/seville-travel-tips/Seville travel tips for a first-timer: what to book ahead, when to eat, how to handle the heat, and the little details that make the trip smoother.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/unique-things-to-do-rome/https://overthehillary.com/blog/unique-things-to-do-rome/Unique things to do in Rome after the classics, including golf cart tours, Appian Way e-bikes, catacombs, Borghese Gallery, food experiences, and day trips.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/vatican-museums-tips-rome/https://overthehillary.com/blog/vatican-museums-tips-rome/Essential Vatican Museums tips for a first Rome trip, including when to book, how long to spend, skip-the-line caveats, and St. Peter's Square timing.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-florence-food-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-florence-food-guide/A Florence food guide with All'Antico Vinaio, Pino's Sandwiches, Osteria Pastella, Babae wine window, Vivoli, La Carraia, and honest notes on what I would skip.Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-madrid-food-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-madrid-food-guide/A first-person Madrid food guide with Honest Greens, MYKA Greek, Chocolatería San Ginés, Museo del Jamón, and rooftop drinks.Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-rome-food-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-rome-food-guide/A first-hand Rome food guide to the best pasta, gelato, cafes, sandwiches, and cocktail bars, plus honest skips and a three-day food plan.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-seville-food-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-seville-food-guide/A first-person Seville food guide with churros, tapas, Atávico, El Pasaje, Jester, Malvón, and what I would actually order.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-venice-food-guide/https://overthehillary.com/blog/what-to-eat-in-venice-food-guide/A Venice food guide with cicchetti, seafood pasta, Suso gelato, I Tre Mercanti tiramisu, La Piazza, and honest notes on what I would skip.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://overthehillary.com/blog/where-to-shop-in-madrid/https://overthehillary.com/blog/where-to-shop-in-madrid/The real guide to shopping in Madrid — from Gran Vía fast fashion and a can't-miss discount concept store to Salamanca's designer mile and a VAT refund tip.Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT