Parador de Úbeda

Parador de Vielha

Parador de Córdoba

Parador de El Saler

Parador de Cádiz

Parador de Cruz de Tejeda

Parador de Cuenca

Parador de Fuente Dé

Parador de Aiguablava

Shopping in Spain: direct getaways from Europe

Fancy a city break? Plan a weekend visiting a city in another country, and go on a city break. The key to travelling for a short stay is a direct connection from your city of origin to the city you want to go to. Spain has direct connections to perfect locations for your dream shopping trip wherever you want to go. ...

Discover the most popular traditional sports in Spain

Surely you know the most common sports in Spain such as football, basketball, tennis, cycling and golf. However, there are other traditional sports from the Spanish regions that, if you are a curious athlete, you will want to try. ...

Discover the origins of the most traditional Spanish dishes

In Spain you’ll find recipes that originated in the distant past, with flavours that you can still enjoy today.

Get to know Spanish wines better by visiting the places where they are created

With over 4,000 wineries, Spain is a land of wine. And some of the wines produced are well known the world over. Through wine you’ll discover some wonderful places and routes that are not to be missed if you like a nice glass of wine.

Discover the birthplaces of some of Spain’s most famous football teams

Spain lives and breathes football. Millions of fans follow the championships, cheering on their teams from the stadiums in the best-known Spanish cities. Read on to discover the places in Spain with the most beloved football teams.

Discover the beaches of the Costa Brava, Girona

Crystal clear waters embraced by cliffs where small coves take refuge, give that special charm to the north coast of Catalonia. There are many beaches you can explore along the Costa Brava, either for a family day out, to enjoy some water sports, or to relax in a secluded cove... Would you like to discover some of them?

Ten tips for choosing your accommodation in Spain

Things you can do in Extremadura to discover its popular culture

There are dates on the calendar that mark the ideal moment to revive the legends that the villages and towns hold in their memories, and that commemorate their history. And to be honest, what better way to discover Extremadura’s folklore than taking part in its traditional popular fiestas. ...

Four art centres with cutting-edge architecture in Andalusia

Think of a museum. What do you imagine? Maybe a place full of works of art? Now think of Andalusia. What images pop into your mind? Impressive heritage buildings - cathedrals, the Alhambra in Granada, the Great Mosque of Cordoba? But there’s another Andalusia of daring cutting-edge design. Come with us to four spaces which break the mould. ...

Some of Spain's most famous caves

Naturally sculpted underground jewels. Bring out your speleological side and explore some of the most famous caves in Spain. Our ancestors lived in many of these caves, where they left their mark, and others are simply a place of unique beauty. Stalactites and stalagmites with unique shapes for you to interpret. ...

Discover the cities that gave us the most Spanish Olympic medal winners

The sports infrastructure in Spain is very impressive, with many different clubs, facilities and natural spaces especially designed so you can do any kind of sport 365 days a year. As such, great names in the world of sport are emerging every day in different cities, to represent Spain at the Olympic Games every four years. ...

Visit the most artistic areas of Barcelona: museums, galleries and architecture

Art can be represented in many ways and in countless styles. Spain boasts diverse artistic expressions thanks to its cultural richness. Although any big Spanish city will showcase important works by renowned artists, Barcelona offers a range of possibilities in its great art galleries.

Discover some of the most famous lakes in Spain

Amazing landscapes, walks full of calm and in some cases the possibility of taking a dip in the middle of nature. You can enjoy all this and much more at the most amazing lakes and lagoons in Spain. Surrounded by mountains, valleys and trails and brimming with unique fauna and flora, these jewels of Spanish nature will enchant you. ...

Discover Spain’s most famous pilgrimage routes

When we talk about pilgrimages in Spain, the first that comes to mind is the famous Camino de Santiago, or Way of Saint James, and all the possible routes leading to the great Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. And no wonder! ...

Discover magical legends in the natural spaces of Spain

There are places in Spain that tell of unique legends and where you can follow trails and paths full of fascinating stories.

Discover the natural treasures of Cantabria

Whether travelling the Camino de Santiago or exploring Green Spain, Cantabria is a region you have to visit. Journey back in time through its prehistoric caves, or explore places where nature reigns supreme, such as the Pas Valley in the Valles Pasiegos, the redwood forest, the El Soplao cave and the many nature reserves waiting for you to explore.

Defy gravity on the walkways across some of Spain's most impressive gorges

Check your vertigo at the door and get ready to peek over cliffs, wriggle between rock walls, walk along walkways over crystal-clear waters and cross suspension bridges. Make sure to take your camera with you to photograph some of Spain's most beautiful landscapes. ...

Cultural destinations that you will love: Barcelona, Cadaqués and Granada

These are three cultural destinations to find inspiration and dream. In Barcelona, with modernism and the architecture of Gaudí. In Cadaqués, with the surrealism of Salvador Dalí. In Granada, with the beauty of the Alhambra palace. You are bound to love them for all of these reasons... and for everything else you can find.

Trips to sustainable destinations in the north of Spain which you can reach by road

Do you feel like a getaway to Spain but don't want to go by plane? Would you like to visit places that are especially committed to caring for the environment and conserving culture? We recommend some areas in northern Spain that can be reached by road and once there immerse yourself fully in nature. ...

A day of shopping on the streets of Málaga and in its shopping centres

The centre of Málaga is a fascinating hub for social life in the city. The wide range of shops and terraces, the cultural appeal of the historical monuments that you’ll find when visiting the area, and its lively atmosphere will make your day of shopping a priceless experience. ...

Ten cultural gems only to be found in Spain

There are all sorts of ways to travel, but on this trip through 10 fascinating places – most of them Cultural Heritage Cities – you’ll learn a lot about Spanish culture. Take note of all of them!

10 Spanish traditions to discover and try

You probably already know many of Spain's most international festivals that have been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, so we would like to take you on a tour of other traditions that will give you the opportunity to get even closer to local customs. ...

Canary Islands – your kids will want to come back

When are we going back? That’ll be the question the kids will ask you when they leave the Canary Islands. They’ll want to go back and visit the dolphins again, go camel riding again, throw themselves down the enormous slides again, rediscover the Garajonay forest and get another close-up look at a volcano. Do you know what's best of all? ...

Cantabria: spectacular scenery

Come to Cantabria in northern Spain, and enjoy a holiday with lovely scenery, delicious food, fascinating art and architecture, and fantastic sandy beaches.

Tips for getting the most out of country house lodges in Spain

Country house lodges are generally old farmhouses, or other rural dwellings that have been adapted to provide guest accommodation. They range from modern houses with huge swimming pools to welcoming cabins with open fires and a barbecue on the terrace. ...

Castilla y Leon, a journey through time.

Spain’s largest region boasts some of the country's finest architectural heritage. Hundreds of castles, churches and palaces await you here, as well as 12 cathedrals, all within an autonomous community that includes eight UNESCO World Heritage sites.

6 interesting things you didn't know about the Seville Cathedral

No doubt there are a good few things that you already know about Seville Cathedral, for example that it’s one of the most visited monuments in the city, and that it has been awarded World Heritage statuss by UNESCO. But – did you know that its vaults “breathe”? Or that there’s a replica of its hugely famous bell tower, La Giralda, in Kansas? ...