"Set in the former Teatro Gran Splendid (dating from 1919), I find Ateneo Grand Splendid to be one of the world's most dramatic bookstores, with gilt balconies and a painted ceiling dome that make it worth visiting even though English selections are limited." - Harrison Pierce Harrison Pierce Harrison Pierce is a freelance writer and digital nomad passionate about personal finance and travel. He is traveling full-time with the help of points and miles and enjoys connecting with people on the ground. His work has been published in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, USA Today Blueprint, Matador Network, and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines