Family Trip to Asturias (Northern Spain) — 3 Days, Food, Rain, and Unexpected Discoveries
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| | Last week me and my family did a quick 3-day trip to Asturias (north Spain). We live down south in Andalusia, so swapping sunny 25°C for like 10°C + rain + wind wasn’t exactly ideal, but tickets were booked, so we just went with it. Flew outta Jerez, grabbed a rental car — surprisingly smooth. Cheap, no hidden fees, no pushy insurance upsells (rare these days). Stayed in a penthouse we found on Booking, and it was great. Host was super friendly, even left us some local snacks. Small touch, but it really makes a trip feel nicer. Checked out Oviedo — super chill, clean, easy to walk around, especially with family. Then Gijón — bigger, more lively, right on the ocean. Wind was crazy, waves too, long promenade… totally different vibe from the south. One place that stood out was Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura — looks kinda medieval but actually modern. Huge building, didn’t expect that. Also visited the Roman Baths Museum in Gijón — small but interesting, and free (always a win with the family). One of the highlights was Lastres, a tiny village on a hill above the sea. Narrow streets, amazing views… easily one of the best stops. Food-wise, we went all in on local stuff: fabada, cachopo, and of course cider. Portions are massive, some dishes easily feed 2–3 people. Food’s heavy and rich — definitely not light. We also hit the Fernando Alonso Museum. Even if you’re not into F1, it’s pretty well done and interesting. Overall, Asturias feels completely different from southern Spain. Green, humid, mountainous, and cooler. Honestly kinda gave me Ireland/Switzerland/Netherlands vibes more than “typical Spain”. Architecture, landscapes, even the vibe — all different. Weather wasn’t ideal, but still really enjoyed it. Definitely worth it if you wanna see a different side of Spain. [link] [comments] |
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