Cats from Capileira {Spain}

The Lonely Planet Andalucia Travel Guide describes Capileira as “a different kind of white village, clinging to a steep-sided valley in Las Alpujarras where crafts are hewn and hikers strike out for the Sierra Nevada.” 

The balmy climate in this mountainous region turns the grass dry. Lizards skitter between boulders and cairns. A clowder of newborn kittens seeks refuge in the shadows. 

Tourists follow the famous Capileira hiking trail to enjoy the best views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and villages. No wonder this is considered one of the world's great hiking destinations. 

Life is slow here in Capileira. Life is good.

Photos by Claudia Mannes

Previous cat pictures by Claudia Mannes: Cats from Felanitx, Mallorca / Cats from Deià, Mallorca / Cats from Arure, La Gomera 

Cat from Paris {France}

Kris Dewitte is one of Belgium's most famous photographers. He worked as a set photographer on many international films, but is mainly known for his portraits of Hollywood celebrities. In his spare time, however, he loves to photograph the real stars of this world: cats. His latest subject was this kitty near the Louvre in Paris, France.

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Cat from Reigny {France}

Travel bloggers Myriam Thys and Werner Gladines from Far Away at Home visited the Abbey of Reigny in Burgundy, France, and found this kitty roaming the premises. Guests of this Cistercian abbey turned hotel rave about the beautiful historic interiors and the comprehensive breakfast in the garden. Just outside of Reigny are some of the greatest vineyards in the world.

You can book your stay at the Abbey of Reigny and see more pictures of the location here.

Cat from Key West {USA}

Don't you just want to sit by that pool with a good book, an iced coffee, and the resident cat to keep you company? I wish I could teleport myself and continue working on one of those sun loungers. The place? Simonton Court Historic Inn in Key West, Florida. You can see more pictures of the inn here. But be warned: you'll want to book a stay immediately.

Source: Andrea on Vacation

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Cat from Brussels {Belgium}

This cat follows his owner everywhere throughout Brussels. Here, he was visiting the cafe Peck 47. I often go here for lunch (their wholegrain sandwich with sweet potato and cilantro is the best) or to work on a book while sipping on one of their homemade lemonades. You should, too, if you're ever near La Grande Place. Who knows, this kitty might be visiting again.

Photos by Gilles Vranckx

P.S. Have you seen the cat from the restaurant Le Vieux Bruxelles?