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Catalonia feels very different from the rest of Spain, be it for its language, peculiar local customs or four diverse provinces with a fantastic wealth of natural and cultural splendor. No wonder it’s one of the top places to visit in Spain! You can indulge in the Pyrenean peaks looming above meadows, sparkling lakes on sunny days or plains dotted with volcanic cones. If your heart yearns for the sea, the rocky coves bordering picturesque sandy beaches will welcome you into the world of serene seaside paths. Catalonia is most known for its bohemian capital, Barcelona, that heaves with culture, history, and vivacious dynamism. However, there is much more to explore beyond. The biggest lure for beach lovers are the shores of Costa Brava. On the other hand, those interested in Medieval architecture will find their paradize in Girona and art enthusiasts will enjoy Dalí's charmingly surreal theatre-museum' in Figueres.
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Spain with it sun-drenched land, fiesta-loving culture, guitar-wielding musicians, reckless bullfights, and passionate flamenco. While this portrait is too romantic, somewhat outdated, and even plainly stereotypical, it’s not entirely untrue. Despite the inevitable loom of modernization, Andalucía maintains its gloriously captivating and spirited ambiance that swallows you unexpectedly. Before you can even say a word, you will find yourself crammed in a bustling tapas bar or wholly immersed in a raw flamenco performance. But that’s not all! Another part of Andalucia’s appeal lies in its history that unraveled on a shakey frontier of two contrasting faiths, Christianity and Islam. This clash of ideologies created an unmatched mix of architecture and art you won’t see anywhere else! Therefore, when you visit Andalucia, you won’t be short off memorable experiences on your Spain holidays.
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The world knows the Canary Islands most for its seafront resorts. However, there is a whole new world of brewing volcanos, thriving pine forests, historic sites, lunar landscapes, and even Sahara-like dunes and sandy coves. The Canaries offer almost perfect year-round climate and temperatures which means you can enjoy the islands be it summer or winter. You can admire the subtropical vegetation in La Gomera National Park or riveting waterfalls in La Palma. Then, to contradict the lushness, visit lava fields in Lanzarote or flatlands of El Teide. It’s precisely for the diversity of landscape and possibility to comfortably predict weather which makes outdoor activities on the Canary Islands so varied and accessible to all. Hiking, scuba diving, kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, horseback riding, camel rides… you name it! Nevertheless, if you would instead just relax, choose one of the many golden-sand or dune-shaped beaches or even unwind in a local spa.
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Catalonia feels very different from the rest of Spain, be it for its language, peculiar local customs or four diverse provinces with a fantastic wealth of natural and cultural splendor. No wonder it’s one of the top places to visit in Spain! You can indulge in the Pyrenean peaks looming above meadows, sparkling lakes on sunny days or plains dotted with volcanic cones. If your heart yearns for the sea, the rocky coves bordering picturesque sandy beaches will welcome you into the world of serene seaside paths. Catalonia is most known for its bohemian capital, Barcelona, that heaves with culture, history, and vivacious dynamism. However, there is much more to explore beyond. The biggest lure for beach lovers are the shores of Costa Brava. On the other hand, those interested in Medieval architecture will find their paradize in Girona and art enthusiasts will enjoy Dalí's charmingly surreal theatre-museum' in Figueres.
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Spain with it sun-drenched land, fiesta-loving culture, guitar-wielding musicians, reckless bullfights, and passionate flamenco. While this portrait is too romantic, somewhat outdated, and even plainly stereotypical, it’s not entirely untrue. Despite the inevitable loom of modernization, Andalucía maintains its gloriously captivating and spirited ambiance that swallows you unexpectedly. Before you can even say a word, you will find yourself crammed in a bustling tapas bar or wholly immersed in a raw flamenco performance. But that’s not all! Another part of Andalucia’s appeal lies in its history that unraveled on a shakey frontier of two contrasting faiths, Christianity and Islam. This clash of ideologies created an unmatched mix of architecture and art you won’t see anywhere else! Therefore, when you visit Andalucia, you won’t be short off memorable experiences on your Spain holidays.
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The world knows the Canary Islands most for its seafront resorts. However, there is a whole new world of brewing volcanos, thriving pine forests, historic sites, lunar landscapes, and even Sahara-like dunes and sandy coves. The Canaries offer almost perfect year-round climate and temperatures which means you can enjoy the islands be it summer or winter. You can admire the subtropical vegetation in La Gomera National Park or riveting waterfalls in La Palma. Then, to contradict the lushness, visit lava fields in Lanzarote or flatlands of El Teide. It’s precisely for the diversity of landscape and possibility to comfortably predict weather which makes outdoor activities on the Canary Islands so varied and accessible to all. Hiking, scuba diving, kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, horseback riding, camel rides… you name it! Nevertheless, if you would instead just relax, choose one of the many golden-sand or dune-shaped beaches or even unwind in a local spa.
If there is one detail of Spanish cuisine that is most known in the world, it is the tradition of eating tapas. In fact, one could say, tapas makes for one of the top Spain tourist attractions. Though the exact definition of what is tapas changes from region to region, one principal always stays the same: tapa is a small portion of food. While, traditionally, tapas were considered snacks or appetizers one would eat in a bar before dinner. However, today, the Spanish love to go “taper” which means they turn the tapas into a full meal or “ir de tapas” which is very much like a tapas bar crawl. The tradition most likely comes from the custom of barkeepers covering their customers’ drinks with a piece of bread or cheese and ham to prevent flies from getting in. Nowadays, tapas culture stretches from simple yet delicious bites of Spanish cuisine to Micheline-quality experiences.
Did you know that Spain prides itself on some of the best beaches in the whole world? The Mediterranean Sea washes calmly over 1660 km (1030 miles) of the Spanish coast. The beaches stretch from Tarifa, the southernmost point of Europe, to the rocky Cabo de Creus bordering with France. The distance allows for an incredible variety of landscapes, cultures, towns, and infrastructures which are ready to challenge the stereotypical perception of the Mediterranean of a Costa del Sol-style tourist trap. If you genuinely wish to enjoy all the gems along the coast, you would do best to rent a car and set out on a sandy road trip. Each part of coast can treat you to very different Spain holidays experience depending on the terrain, culture, and history of the region. Beach holiday in Spain can be much more than a stay in an all-inclusive hotel so don’t be afraid to explore!
From traditional to innovative, rustic to refined, white, red, and sparkling, the wines of Spain offer as much diversity as its legendary cuisine, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty. In fact, Spain wine cultivation areas are more extensive than in any other country. Wine grapes grow all over the place featuring an incredible variety of four hundred grape types. Around two-thirds of Spanish wines are inexpensive yet delicious table wines, an inevitable part of Spanish culture. The remaining third belongs to the high-quality wines complacent with “Denominaciones de Origen” regulations. And what are the best places to visit in Spain when it comes to wine? To try the most famous red Tempranillo wine travel to La Rioja region; visit Jerez for Spanish Sherry; Penedes in Catalonia for bubbly Cava or Priorat for delicious Garnacha grape-based wines! Spanish wine will win you over!
Spain may seem like an unlikely destination for the thrill-seeking mountaineers amongst you. But, the Iberian Peninsula offers up some great mountain ranges with a ton of fantastic activities. So, if you are a skier, mountain climber, or trail hiker and you are wondering what to do in Spain, wonder no more. The Pyrenees, the ranges that run the length of the French-Spanish border, are a playground of things to do. In the winter the craggy, snow-capped mountaintops come alive as skiers and snowboarders descend on the many ski resorts. The same goes for the Sierra Nevada, in the south of Spain a short trip from Grenada. From May as winter begins to thaw and spring springs to life, the snow melts. What’s left are endless hiking and biking trails that offer panoramic views of the picturesque countryside and mountainside villages.
From the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona to the Alhambra in Granada, Spain is choc-a-block with fantastic museums and monuments. You could spend your entire life jetting from city to city, exploring all the treasures Spain has to offer and still not see them all. Salvador Dali reigns supreme in northern Spain, and his fantastic Theatre-Museum in Figueres is a wonderland of his eccentric works. In Seville, Christianity marries with Islam in the architectural splendor of the Real Alcázar. If contemporary art is your thing, Bilbao boasts the Guggenheim Museum, Madrid, the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, and Barcelona, Can Framis. For things to see in Spain, you’re never in short supply. Beyond the sun, sea, and sand, the Iberian Peninsula celebrates a rich history and cultural diversity through its fabulous museums and monuments.