Cova Travels

23/10/2024

–Scroll down for Spanish– 🤠 Planning a weekend getaway to Dallas? From sports to BBQ, I have some recos to make the most of your trip! 🌟

🏈 Catch a Cowboys Game: It’s football season, right now, you should totally experience a game at AT&T Stadium. The atmosphere is electric!

🍅 Visit the Local Market: Head over to the Dallas Farmers Market for fresh produce, artisan goods, and local bites. You never know what goodies you may find.

🍖 BBQ at Terry Black’s: No trip to Texas is complete without BBQ! ’s is a favorite with mouthwatering brisket, ribs, and more. Prepare to feast!!!

🍻 Second Rodeo Brewing Co.: Located in the trendy Fort Worth Stockyards, they have live music, good food, and cold drinks. It’s a great place to vibe.

🐃 Stockyards Rodeo: Also in Fort Worth, this is your chance to witness a real Texas rodeo. An ideal way to end the weekend!

🎨 Explore the Arts District: One more stop before you leave, take some time to check out Dallas’s vibrant Arts District. Home to galleries, museums, and plenty of spots for Insta-worthy photos. 📸

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🤠 ¿Planeas una escapada de fin de semana a Dallas? Desde deportes hasta BBQ, te tengo recomendaciones para tu próximo viaje 🌟

🏈 Ve a un juego de los Cowboys: Es temporada de fútbol americano, así que te recomiendo vivir la experiencia de un juego de los Dallas Cowboys en el AT&T Stadium. ¡La atmósfera es eléctrica!

🍅 Visita el mercado local: Pasa por el Dallas Farmers Market para productos frescos, artesanías y delicias locales. Es perfecto para descansar y relajarte.

🍖 BBQ en Terry Black’s: ¡Ningún viaje a Texas está completo sin BBQ! Terry Black’s es uno de mis favoritos con costillas, brisket y demás. ¡Prepárate para un festín!

🍻 Second Rodeo Brewing Co.: Ubicado en Fort Worth Stockyards, este lugar ofrece música en vivo, buena comida y bebidas frías.

🐃 Rodeo en los Stockyards: También en Fort Worth, esta es tu oportunidad de presenciar un verdadero rodeo texano. La manera perfecta de terminar tu fin de semana.

🎨 Explora el Distrito de las Artes: Antes de irte, tómate un tiempo para explorar el vibrante Distrito de las Artes de Dallas, lleno de galerías, museos y lugares ideales para fotos 📸

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17/08/2024

My first time in Chicago ✨️

I now understand the reference that people say all the time: "it's a cleaner New York City." I totally get it now. I love the skyscrapers and the overall architecture in this city. It is indeed surprisingly clean and not so busy to the point that there's no space on the sidewalks to walk.

People in this vibrant city adore sports, you can tell. Now, regarding food, what an incredible experience I've had so far.

Having breakfast at the was a good idea, and walking by the and around the area was lovely. The bars & restaurants overlooking the water are adorable. It reminds me of Europe.

Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings.

29/07/2024

16/05/2024

🌺 Exploring Barranco, Lima's Bohemian gem ✨ Dive into a day of vibrant culture and charming streets with these recommendations:

1️⃣ Start with a stroll along the Puente de los Suspiros ("Bridge of Sighs") where legend has it that if you hold your breath while crossing and make a wish, it just might come true. No, you won't magically feel the romance in the air but it's cute to see.
2️⃣ Indulge in local flavors at Barranco's food market – from ceviche to churros, taste the essence of Peru. Believe me, street food is amazing here.
3️⃣ Get artsy at the Jade Rivera gallery, where his vibrant works come to life. I found out about him while in Lima and wow, he has amazing pieces.
4️⃣ Lose yourself in the colorful streets, lined with graffiti art and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. So much of my camera roll were graffitis for quite a long time!
5️⃣ Wrap up your day with sunset views at the Barranco cliffs – a breathtaking end to an unforgettable day. I walked down to a mirador where you're able to see the beach and relax/have a conversation.
6️⃣ Don't forget to treat yourself to some locally-made ice cream with exotic fruit flavors like lucuma and maracuyá – a sweet ending to your Barranco adventure. 🍨🇵🇪

19/02/2024

Craving a culinary adventure? 🤤 Dive into the vibrant flavors of Peruvian cuisine with this latest blog post 🖌 From savory ceviche to indulgent Lomo Saltado, I explored the mouthwatering dishes that make Peru a foodie paradise 🍽️

Embark on a culinary journey through the flavors of Peru! From chicha morada to anticuchos, discover the rich history and fusion of Peruvian food.

31/12/2023

Barcelona equals art & beauty 🎨

It was a great surprise to see how artsy, full of life, and gorgeous is 🫶🏼

It has mountains, the beach, nightlife, amazing drinks and food, and an overall laid-back vibe. A second visit is definitely in the books for some time in the future 🤩

📸 As seen on the pics:
1.
2. Evening stroll at the park
3. At the
4. This of course reminded me of Cheetah Girls 😂
5. At
6. The view from
7. At
8. First time eating a
9. Saw an incredible flamenco show at
10. Caganers 💩

28/12/2023

That time when I decided last minute I wanted to go to 😍

You don't need to depend on other people/tours to go where you want to visit. If you do your research and plan accordingly, you will be able to do things on your own 😉 I'm so glad I made the decision to go. I had an amazing day going to the top landmarks: Pena Palace, Castelo dos Mouros, Sintra National Palace and even had time to have a delicious lunch (obviously I had cod 😂) and tried their Ginja. It's a sweet liqueur made from Morello (sour) cherries soaked in a distilled spirit called aguardente.

📸 As seen on the pics:
1. The view from a Pena Palace balcony
2. The view from
3. Castelo dos Mouros
4. You can see how close Mouros and Pena Palace is
5. Part of the parks surrounding the Palace
6. Entering
7. Another view from one of the patios at the palace
8. One gorgeous room at Sintra National Palace
9. Only the illustrious deserve to be painted.

24/12/2023

Talk about adrenaline before starting a tour. That's what happened this time around 🫣 but that's a story for another time. This post is about my Valladolid-Cenote-Chichen Itzá adventure.

I learned a great deal about Mayan culture! It was a full 12hr day of learning, observing, and picture taking. 😍

Our stop in was short but so nice. Now part of the Pueblos Mágicos, this city is worth of a longer visit so I will definitely be back. We stopped at San Servacio church and walked around the Parque Francisco Canton. Then, stopped at a for some swimming, lunch, tequila tasting and tried a marquesita for the first time.

Towards the end of the day, we finally got to ✨️ Honestly, I must say I was waiting for something more special, some unique vibe. Even though I didn't find it, it was still a great time. Our guide was incredible, explaining everything to us. The details about the structure, the surroundings, and civilization.

Overall, this trip was one to remember!

📸 Pictures:
1. Discovering Chichen Itzá
2. Learning the local language
3. Sitting down at the double chair in Valladolid. According to the tradition, single girls would come here looking for conversation and hoping for a match.
4. Valladolid church
5. Smiling for the camera!
6. Mayan ritual
7. After cenote swimming
8. Trying a marquesita for the first time
9. Chichen Itzá ✨️

23/12/2023

Going to Machu Picchu and seeing it all with my own eyes was an incredible feeling. There's a unique vibe between those mountains, you can feel it. Seeing people of all ages, so many different nationalities, hearing multiple languages, it was all a good reminder that traveling unites us all, discovering out of this world places around the globe.

Getting to by bus is super easy! After that head start, the rest is a breeze. Even those in the older crowd and those who are not very athletic can do this. In my group, we had an 80 year old man who had to take his time, but he did all the hiking necessary to get to the and it was very inspiring to see him accomplish that.

I learned so much on this trip. I still have no idea how the Incas were able to build this entire civilization +2m above sea level. Jaw dropping moment. If you find the Incas as fascinating as me and you love history, you will want to do this trip.

22/12/2023

I went to by myself and it was an experience I will never forget. First of all, because it was the first time I decided to go outside my comfort zone and experience staying at a hostel. I've always heard great travel stories from people making friends and having the best time at hostels, hence I decided to embark on this adventure.

Did I have an amazing time? Absolutely
Did I miss some warmth and heat? Definitely. It's cold up in the mountains!
Would I do it again? 100%

I had the most unexpected fun. From meeting people on the train, hearing my roommates crazy adventures, going out to do karaoke with an entire restaurant of strangers, to the police wanting to shut down the place because we were being so loud.

It's amazing what can happen when you open your mind, your heart, and be prepared for whatever the outcome will be.

21/12/2023

With the year coming to an end, I want to start a recount of all the amazing travels done in 2023 🙌🏼

Brazil was incredible. An experience beyond words, the vibe you breathe in the city is energetic. I spent most of my days in and all other days in ✨️

Pictures:
1. Copacabana beach
2. Christ the redeemer
3. Sambodromo, those women can move!
4. Smiling after having 3 Caipirinhas
5. Best beach snack: melted cheese
6. The crew at the Sambodromo
7. Bloco at Leblon beach
8. Visiting a museum in São Paulo
9. At the mercado
10. Trying for the first time

12/11/2023

There's nothing like swimming in a 🙌🏼💦🌿

There's something about how peaceful they are, the sound of the water falling down, and the cold water that made it such a cool experience. Also, looking up is breathtaking! 😍

The reason why they make you wear life vests is because it's very deep inside and it's simply to prevent accidents. 💡

One thing I can warn you about is that you will be swimming with fishes 🐟 🐠 So, those that are scared of our little friendly animals, maybe this is not the experience for you 😅

Overall, this is an experience I would totally recommend 💯

03/10/2023

Digital postcards from 🇵🇹❤️

1. Elevador da Bica
2. Museu do Carmo
3. Miradouro de Sta Luzia
4. Viewpoint
5. Viewpoint + me!
6. Praça do Rossio
7. Castelo de S. Jorge
8. Azulejos
9. At the Praça do Comércio
10. Random plaza with a pretty sculpture.

24/06/2023

Interesting read about turbulence 👀👇

"Is turbulence happening more often? Yes, turbulence is increasing with climate change. However, for the individual, you are more likely to be hit by longer flight routes, more delays, and longer waiting times at airports."

An investigation into why the skies seem to be bumpier than ever before.

21/06/2023

Summer is finally here, and what better way to soak up the sun than at Rome's most stunning rooftop bars? 🍹

In this latest article I share the best rooftops in the Eternal City, where you can sip refreshing cocktails while enjoying breathtaking views of Rome's iconic landmarks. 🌇✨

Elevate your summer experience to new heights! 🌅

The perfect escape comes with a view of the Colosseum or the Pantheon and it's called a Rooftop bar in Rome.

18/06/2023

Seeking adventure in Baltimore? 🌟 I've compiled a list of the Top 8 things to do in Charm City. 🏙️ From exploring the historic Inner Harbor and indulging in mouthwatering seafood to some fun for the sports fanatics. 🔝

Uncover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks this city has to offer ✨ Click the link below and discover the must-see attractions that will make your visit unforgettable! 👇

A historic city with a unique charm and character. From its iconic Inner Harbor to its bustling neighborhoods, Baltimore has plenty to offer for visitors and locals alike. Whether you're a foodie, history buff, or just looking for some fun activities, the Charm City has something for everyone. Even....

15/06/2023

Planning a trip to Buenos Aires? 🌆✈️ Here's the ultimate guide to help you prepare for your visit! 🌎

This is not your typical blog that will tell you the must-see attractions and hidden gems. Rather, I cover topics like exchange rate, power conversion, transportation and more. Topics that will get you prepared for your trip. 📖

This vibrant city has so much to offer. It's filled with history, culture, friendly people, and party vibes. Find here preparedness tips.

13/06/2023

Hey traveler! From purses to gadgets, I've curated a list of must-have items that will make a difference when you travel. ✈️ They have been working for me for the last few years, and I'm sure they will take your adventures to the next level. 🔝

Check them out! I hope they work for you as well 🎒🌴

After spending a lot of years on the road and traveling the world, I have tried a lot of products. Check out my favorite travel gear.

21/10/2022

This may be the Presidential Palace, but you truly feel like ROYALTY! 👑

👷‍♂️ Construction of this palace was completed in 2017. Yes, only 5 years ago. And access to the public was granted in 2019.

💫 Inside, you can find a massive dome with beautiful ornaments, multiple jaw dropping chandeliers, a library with more than 50,000 books, and I'm sure there's many more rooms that we don't have access to.

😲 My latest find was the "Spirit of Collaboration" hall, where meetings of the UAE Cabinet, OIC and GCC are held. In the last picture you can see the chandelier inside that room. It's so massive that it fits a person standing to do maintenance work.

Some of these wonderful pics were taken by the mastermind 📸

10/10/2022

Abu Dhabi, you're truly the star of the show 🌟🕌 Second time admiring your beauty and still in awe.

30/11/2021

week is here! 🔥 Starting TODAY the hottest art fest of the fall makes its way into the streets of and you gotta be there 🙌🏼 From a quick overview of Art Basel, to ticketed glamorous parties and free experiences. Click for more.

https://www.covatravels.com/post/art-basel-miami-beach

That one week of the year when everyone dresses extra, attends to the fanciest events, and has a sudden interest in all forms of art. Art Basel has been around for almost 20 years in South Florida.

09/11/2021

Boston Guide 101 👌🏼

Besides being a city where all its population seems to adore a team 🏈⚾️🏒🏀 It offers so much more. are classic, eating a at James Hook and Company, or discovering the basics of science at Museum of Science, Boston ⚡️ And let's not forget our moment at 🤓

Message us for personalized itinerary inquiries! 😉

28/10/2021

Let's go for a quick 2.5 mile walk around 😅
But honestly, have you ever been to Boston? If not, definitely include the Freedom Trail to your to-dos. Read more to find out why!

https://www.covatravels.com/post/everything-you-must-know-about-the-freedom-trail

If you're going to Boston one of the first things you will hear you should do (besides going to the Fenway Park) is walking the Freedom Trail. But, what is it? It's a 2.5 mile red-brick trail through Boston’s historic neighborhoods. It's so important because it takes you to 16 important sites duri...

11/10/2021

Where nature meets the human inventions 😁 Meet the picturesque 😍 From thrilling snowmobile rides, to paintball in the snow, to ice climbing and skiing ⛷️ Embark on the fairytale-like journey of your dreams 🍁

The ski season in Mont Tremblant is a month away. This means it’s time to start planning your experiences and buy your passes.

23/09/2021

Oh, 😍

Perfect city for a weekend getaway ✈️ Enjoy delicious food, great views, entertainment, sports, and more. Depending on the time of the year you'll create different memories. These pics were taken in the middle of the summertime, when you're able to walk for long periods of time enjoying the outdoor warmth. ☀️

If you are a nature lover, you should consider visiting the Denver Botanic Gardens and the Denver Zoo. 🍂🌿 And if you're into music, you can't miss going to a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Just a 30min drive from downtown area and such an incredible experience.

Next time you plan on going to Mile High City, take a look back at this post 😉