About Face: At the Prado, Master Portraitists and the Likeness of Being (Post, Oct. 31, 2004)

In Barcelona, 24/7 Tapas (Post, Oct. 21, 2004)

Dali-Dallying in Catalonia (Post, June 20, 2004)

Postcard From Tom: Barcelona: Be prepared to lunch at 2 o'clock in the afternoon and dine no earlier than 10 o'clock at night in Barcelona, a city that takes its food -- and siestas -- seriously. Among the choice destinations: (Post, June 6, 2004)

BARCELONA FORUM 101 (Post, April 18, 2004)

Madrid Aftermath: Staying Safe Abroad (Post, March 21, 2004)

Tighter Security on Europe's Rails: Riders Weigh Risks as Officials Concede They Can Make No Guarantees (Post, March 17, 2004)

Saving a Euro or Two in Madrid: Rest Easy At These 6 Hotels (Post, Jan. 11, 2004)

Madrid Eats: 7 Restaurants to Sink Your Teeth Into (Post, Jan. 11, 2004)

Gibraltar: Monkey See, Tourists Do: This Rock Full of Primates May Drive You Bananas (Post, June 1, 2003)

Basque Relief: Despite political unrest, the author found more tapas than trouble in the Basque Country of Spain and France. (Post, April 27, 2003)

MADRID: Succulent roasts and an ancient aqueduct; kings of the mountain; a cultural crossroad. (Post, March 16, 2003)

SALAMANCA 101 (Post, March 17, 2002)

In Spain, the Holy Grail of Ham: Jamon lovers eat their way through Jabugo -- and don't stop until they're stuffed. (Post, Sept. 9, 2001)

The World's Newest Ancient Cave Art (Post, July 22, 2001)

Made in Seville: Seen the operas? Admired the paintings? Time to experience the real thing. (Post, May 27, 2001)

SHOESTRING EUROPE Barcelona (Post, March 4, 2001)

Madrid: The Time Is Right: Beneath its classic facade, the Spanish capital has become -- surprise! -- Europe's newest hot spot. (Post, Jan. 7, 2001)

In Madrid, a Flea Market Squared (Post, Nov. 26, 2000; 5:00 AM)