Patricia Marques
I was born and raised in Barcelona (Spain). I started travelling at a young age, and I acquired the passion for traveling from my parents.
My passion for traveling made me make the decision to get my bachelor`s degree in tourism and hotel management and to become a travel agent expert in Spain.
While growing up and living in different countries, I felt the need to travel, to learn about cultures and ways different of living, to live unique experiences, to talk to locals and discover the world through their eyes, so I decided to make my dream come true and I left for a one-year journey traveling around the world.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I am specialized in custom-made trips, including off the beaten track destinations within Spain & Portugal, including the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands.
I am specialized in family trips, cultural tours, local history trips, honeymoon, luxury trips, private tours with local guides, unique experiences such as flamenco classes or gourmet experiences."
How did you get involved in travel?
"I have been involved in travel my whole life, that’s how I decided to get my degree in Tourism.
After traveling to different countries and having the opportunity to live in the USA and Ireland while I was developing my career, I decided to go back to Spain to undertake a new and exciting challenge in the world of receptive Tourism.
I joined my experience, my passion for my work and travel, and my willingness to show others the best of my country and I became a Travel Expert for Spain, turning my passion into my profession.
I work alongside the traveler as a local friend who has local knowledge about Spain. I connect the traveler with a high-quality service and exclusivity, as well as unique experiences by customizing unforgettable trips. "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"I have to say that on my one-year trip every minute was unique, from when I was climbing Machu Picchu or diving at the great Coral reef but what was truly unforgettable was one afternoon that I was on Easter Island, and I went climbing the highest mountain in the island. As soon as I reached the top, I was surrounded by volcanoes, inexplicable statues, and the sea, it was nature at its purest.
On that same afternoon I got invited to a local celebration in the back yard of a family from the village. Since I came in trough their door, I felt welcome even though they didn´t know me.
I experienced the true kindness, honesty, happiness, life, and that was the moment when I realized I was learning to see the world from the best way it can been seen, though the eyes of the locals."
Patricia's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Six days is just enough time to relax and recharge in two of Spain's best places for just such a mission: Barcelona and Mallorca. First, you'll enjoy a bit of culture as you...
This comprehensive Spain itinerary packs as many exciting activities and rewarding cultural experiences into 14 days as is possible. It begins in Madrid with visits to the major...
This nine-day itinerary combines the best of Catalan culture with one of its most beautiful assets: the island of Mallorca. To start, you'll uncover the sights, sounds, and...
Family itineraries
From Barcelona's outdoor playground to the incredible beaches of the Costa Brava, Spain's Catalonia region is perfect for a family trip. Visit iconic sites with a kid-friendly...
Beyond the Ibiza beach parties and Barcelona nightclubs is a whole other Spain perfect for both adults and kids. This comprehensive 14-day tour celebrates the old and the new,...
Spend nine days enjoying the highlights of Spain with the entire family. This fun-filled itinerary begins in the most famous coastal city in the country, Barcelona, and...
Luxury itineraries
Road trip itineraries
Explore Portugal from north to south on this 9-day adventure filled with wine, seafood, and astonishing scenery. Start in Porto, Portugal's second city, known for its sunsets,...
Perfect for those who like to be on the move, this two-week adventure takes you on a number of stops between Seville to Jerez de la Frontera for the ultimate tour of Spain's...
This eight-day self-drive itinerary takes you from Málaga to Cádiz through a gorgeous section of Spain's southern coast. Along the route, you'll explore Andalusia's White...
Recent trip reviews for Patricia
50 years and memories of Spain
Spain
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Sep 25 - Oct 7, 2023
Hello Steven,
It was an absolute pleasure assisting you in planning your 50th-anniversary trip to my beautiful country! And also I was so happy to hear that you had such an amazing time, we adapted to all your requests, assisted you with restaurant reservations, and took care of everything to create a stress-free and unforgettable trip!
Patrica is 5 star, above and beyond checking ...
Spain
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Aug 30 - Sep 11, 2023
Patrica is 5 star, above and beyond checking in with us
Hello Pat,
Thank you for your review, it was a pleasure to finally haveyou travelling in Spain with us! I am so greatful to hear that you had a lovely time.
Best regards,
Patricia
I would thoroughly recommend Kim Kim toursEx...
Spain
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May 31 - Jun 9, 2023
Expertly planned and executed
All guides were extremely informative and experienced
Great hotels in the best places
They were in contact with us throughout the tour to ensure we were happy and that we did not require anything
We did have one member of our group not well, but we got over that situation
We were never worried about this as we knew Kim Kim was there to help if we needed them Read more
Dear Lyn,
Thank you for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure having you all traveling with us in Spain. I was so happy to learn that after the Pandemic you were willing to come and visit my country and rebook your trip! and even happier to learn that it was a fabulous experience!
And now you know you have friends in Spain, and that I will be here ready to help you plan further trips to my beautiful country.
Best regards,
Patricia
This was the first time that I travelled solo...
Spain
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May 13 - May 22, 2023
Dear Frances,
Thank you for yoru kind words, it was a pleasure arranging this trip for you! And we carefully sleceted your hotels, and I am happy to know that you loved them! Also with our guides, and tours. For us is very important that you visit the must do, but also that you get the local approach from our guides, drivers, expereinces.... so that you could dive into our culture, and I am glad we achived it!
Best regadrs,
Patricia
We had awesome assistance every step of the p...
Spain
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May 2 - May 7, 2023
The local guides were super. Margit with Walk and eat in Madrid was terrific! Carmen in Madrid was great! Mar in Barcelona was unbelievable! Patricia with YourTripToSpainAndPortugal was so fantastic and available for all our questions before and during the trip!
I would totally recommend going to Spain with the local guides and helpers! Read more
Dear Sandra,
It was an absolute pleasure helping you arrange this wonderful trip for you and your daughters!
We did select our best guides and experiences to make this an unnforgetable trip full of memories.
And we will be here, ready to help you plan another trip to either Spain or Portugal!
Best regards,
Patricia
Our trip was absolutely perfect!
Spain
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Apr 10 - Apr 16, 2023
Dear Nicole,
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure for me helping you arrange your 10th anniversary trip to my country!
Also, thank you for metioning our guides work, we work with the best guides at each location, and we love when they really connect with you!
When travelling with is is not all about getting to know the history of the places, but also absorb our culture through the eyes of our local guides.
Nicole, again , if you are willing to travel either to Spain or Portugal in the future, we will be here ready to help you plan another dream trip!
Best regards,
Patricia
My “solo” trip of 6 weeks in Spain was picture perfect!!
Spain
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Mar 4 - Apr 13, 2023
Dear Connie,
Thank you for your lovely review! It was a pleasure helping you organize your unforgettable experience in Spain!
I had so much fun working with you, and so happy that you wanted not only to travel but also learn everything about my culture, my country... And I am very happy to learn that we have achieved it!
Connie, we will always be here in the future, if you wish to plan a further trip to Spain and/or Portugal.
Best regards,
Patricia
The guides and drivers were amazing. Patrici...
Portugal
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Oct 7 - Oct 21, 2022
The guides and drivers were amazing. Patricia was always, and easily, accessible both before and during our trip.
Hi Barb,
Thank you for your review. It was wonderful talking to you and helping arrange this magnificent trip for you, Ken, Lynn, and Andy!
I will be here ready to help you plan your next trip to Spain this time!
Best regadrs,
Patricia Marqués
Perfect family vacation to Spain
Spain
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Jul 27 - Aug 10, 2022
Hello Lynn,
Thank you for your message.
I had so much fun organizing this trip for you and your family! It was lovely working with you, and the outcome was a lovely trip with plenty of unforgettable memories!
And I will be here ready to help you plan another trip for your family!
Best regards,
Patricia
Amazing experience & Highly recommended!
Spain
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Sep 12 - Sep 23, 2022
Hello Kelly,
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure organizing this trip for you, and very easy as we connected very fast, and I knew what you were exactly looking for in this trip!
And it was lovely meeting you in Llafranc, one of my absolute favorite villages on the Coast!
Kelly, now you have a friend in Spain, and I will be here if in the future you are planing another awsome trip to my beautiful country!
Best regards,
Patricia