We are on the train to our first post-COVID trip: Peníscola in the Valencia region. And we have the BEST TICKET EVER.

Our first glimpse of Peníscola, and its hilltop fortress from the 11th century.

Our little hostal, Tematico El Penon, was within the old fortress walls.

This is the incredible view from our balcony.

The incredible view from our balcony, over the old fortress walls and the sea.

Peníscola!

Our view from our lunch table. Wow.

At about 4pm, after lunch, we decided to head to the beach.

Our beach spot for the rest of the afternoon.

There's nothing like a golden beach with a castle over it.