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Seville is bursting with antique charm. The Alcazar palace complex is a stunning collage of architectural styles, and the Cathedral will impress you with its beauty and its status as the burial site of Christopher Columbus.

Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain. Barcelona is today one of the world’s leading tourist, economic, trade fair/exhibitions and cultural-sports centres, and its influence in commerce, education, entertainment, media, fashion, science, and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the world’s major global cities.  

Santa Cruz de La Palma is a beautiful city with numerous palaces, colonial buildings and houses built in the traditional style. The varied landscape is accessible from the capital of the island and is a natural paradise which offers the possibility of hiking among volcanoes and woodland in protected areas.  

Las Palmas is a bustling city overflowing with Spanish ambience, history and culture. There is a wealth of choices to compliment your holiday and you will find the best of both worlds, a long stretch of sandy beach and the hustle and bustle of city life.  

Andalucía’s Moorish heritage sparkles in the historic capitals of Granada and Córdoba. And the pride of the Reconquista and the power of Queen Isabel and King Ferdinand enliven the region’s great sights. Tasting the smooth sherry and marveling at prancing stallions, we find the passion in Andalucían culture. And we top it off with fun in the Spanish sun on the Costa del Sol.

Valencia is the third largest city in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona. Valencia is situated on the banks of the Turia river, on the eastern coast of the Iberian peninsula and the western part of the Mediterranean Sea, fronting the Gulf of Valencia. The most important places to visit in Valencia are: Cathedral of Valencia (if seen from the top the Latin cross shape of cathedral can be seen. Holy Grail can be seen in one of the cathedral’s chapels) Bioparc (it is not another zoo! Make sure you have enough free space on your flash-card) Museum of Science (if [More]

Madrid is the financial and cultural hub for Spain, and much of Southern Europe. There is a huge amount to see and do there, as well as excellent nightlife in terms of bars, restaurants, clubs and entertainment.

Take a tour of Top 10 Travel Attractions of Madrid, Spain – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Number ten, Plaza de Cibeles. Madrid is known for many beautiful squares like this one. The Cibeles fountain is an important symbol of this city. Number nine, Almudena Cathedral. It took more than 100 years to complete its construction in 1993. The original site was occupied by Madrid’s first mosque. Number eight, Puerta Del Sol. Madrid’s busiest square, a famous landmark here shows the Bear and the Strawberry Tree. Number seven, Temple of Debod. Many people are surprised to [More]

Discover the delights of apartment and chalet camping holidays in France and Spain with Brittany Ferries. With such a wide choice of great value resorts – all hand-picked in superb settings across all the best regions of France and Spain, there is sure to be something that’s just right for you.

The walks all start from different parts of the Axarquia – the name given to the region to the east of Malaga. All the walks start within one hour’s drive of the village of Torrox. Transport is by 4 X 4 vehicle or mini bus from Torrox Pueblo. The walks are up to 5 – 6 hours duration at a pace that allows you to appreciate the beauty of your surroundings. www.walk-andalucia.com

Cycling holidays in France, Italy, Spain and Austria. Travel at your own pace through beautiful, undiscovered countryside while your bags are moved for you…

My hiking holiday in Mallorca, Spain was a fantastic experience. It was away from the hustle and bustle of the bay of Palma, Mallorca in a lovely untouched part of the island, which provided opportunities for gentle coastal hikes and also more demanding hikes in the hills and mountains. Read more about this Hiking Holiday in Puerto de Soller, Mallorca, Spain on my blog at www.hikingequipmentsite.com