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Ekaterina Krylova


Ekaterina Krylova

Ekaterina Krylova

Travel journalist, guidebook author for Vienna and Barcelona, former editor at National Geographic Traveler, and Spanish-to-English translator. She loves Spain wholeheartedly and enjoys sharing stories about its places, people, and traditions.

Wild Atlantic Arches And Boho Balearic Coves: Spain’s 14 Absolute Best Beaches

Wild Atlantic Arches And Boho Balearic Coves: Spain’s 14 Absolute Best Beaches

Galicia’s dramatic tidal cathedrals and Asturian hidden lagoons to the pristine, wind-swept shores of the Canaries—discover the ultimate coastal havens handpicked by La Cotorra

10 Spanish Destinations to Discover This Summer

10 Spanish Destinations to Discover This Summer

From the fishing village of Navia to the beaches of Cádiz and the coves of Begur — La Cotorra's broad-brush guide to Spain's best spots for 2026, based on this year's trends

Valencia's Best Beaches in 2026: From Malvarrosa to the Wild Shores of the Albufera Natural Park

Valencia's Best Beaches in 2026: From Malvarrosa to the Wild Shores of the Albufera Natural Park

The Valencian Community leads Spain with 151 Blue Flag beaches this year. Here's a guide to the city's own coastline — urban sands with beach bars, quiet dunes, surf spots, and nudist stretches reachable by bus

Michelin Stars in Valencia: Who Earned One — and Who Earned Two

Michelin Stars in Valencia: Who Earned One — and Who Earned Two

No restaurant in the city has been awarded three stars, but that doesn’t stop us from talking about those who have earned the coveted one or two.

A guide to Valencia’s bookshops: 12 places with English-language books

A guide to Valencia’s bookshops: 12 places with English-language books

It is easy to buy books in major European languages in Valencia, especially in English

A Guide to the Turia Gardens: 7 of the Best Places for a Day Out with Children

A Guide to the Turia Gardens: 7 of the Best Places for a Day Out with Children

You can rent go-karts, bicycles, scooters and e-scooters here (for example from Turia Bike, Cause Bikes, or at the Decathlon next to the gardens).

Where to Enjoy Art in Valencia: Ten Museums and Art Galleries

Where to Enjoy Art in Valencia: Ten Museums and Art Galleries

Art and culture permeate everyday life in Valencia, something that becomes clear in the abundance of creative venues, galleries, and educational spaces found throughout the city.

10 Places in Valencia That Will Delight Both Adults and Children

10 Places in Valencia That Will Delight Both Adults and Children

We have gathered ten child-friendly locations in Valencia where one can easily spend more than an evening.

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