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Find all things to do, days out, attractions and sightseeing in Spain, what’s on, festivals and events, tours, restaurants and hotels in Spain. Plan your trip to Spain with our useful traveler information. Spain is one of the most visited and popular destinations in the world. Spain is located on the most westerly point of Europe on what is known as the Iberian Peninsula and it is the third biggest country in Europe comprising most of the Iberian Peninsula, the Balearic and the Canary Islands. Spain attracts its visitors by its history, art, sunshine, golden sandy beaches and unique culture…

See more of Spain with our guides to Spain’s popular cities, holiday resorts and areas. Experience and explore Spain just like a local, with hidden gems, favorite haunts, and top tips from our expert local guides.

The Best Cities to Visit in Spain: Top 10 Guide

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Spain Holiday Destinations: The 10 Best Places to Go for Vacation

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Top 10 Best Beaches in Spain + Video Tour + Local Advice Guide

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Top 10 Historical Places & Sites to See in Spain + Local Advice

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Spain is one of the most visited and popular destinations in the world. About 15 million travelers visit Spain every year. Spain attracts its visitors by its history, art, sunshine, golden sandy beaches and unique culture.

Top Spanish Cities to Explore
City Guides

Find all things to do, days out, attractions and sightseeing in the best cities of Spain, with our useful city guides. Spanish cities should be touched, breathed, listened to and enjoyed. They are both ancient and young, combining the tradition that is not found elsewhere. Monasteries become restaurants, palaces are used as art galleries, castles are converted into hotels, concerts are held in 2000 year old Roman theaters. Spanish cities will surely attract their visitors.

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Top Holiday Resorts

Spain is one of the most popular beach holiday destinations in the world. The coastline of Spain measures more than 3,000 kilometers and are washed by the Atlantic Ocean on the north and by the Mediterranean Sea on the south. Spanish holiday resorts are also world wide famous.

Spain's Coasts
Spanish Costas

The coastline of Spain measures more than 3,000 kilometers and are washed by the Atlantic Ocean on the north and by the Mediterranean Sea on the south. The coastline of Spain mainland is divided into six larger sections including Costa de la Luz, Costa Brava, Cosra Dorada, Costa del Azahar, Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol and Costa de la Luz.

Spain's Holiday Islands
Islands

Other beach holiday destinations are the Balearic Islands and Canary Islands. The Balearic Islands are located on the eastern part of the Spain mainland and are made up of three major islands that include Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza (Eivissa) and Formentera, as well as numerous islets.

The Canary Islands are located about 300 kilometres from the African coast of Morocco and are made up of seven major islands that include Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro.

Practical Spain

Are you visiting Spain for the first time? You can find out all the top tips and recommendations to plan your first travel to Spain easy. You can read our guides here for Spain’s top attractions, sights, travel tips, and more things to do.

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Top 10 Best Water Parks in Spain (Tickets + Local Advice)

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Top 10 Best Theme Parks in Spain (Explore + Tickets + Tips)

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Top 10 Historical Places & Sites to See in Spain + Local Advice

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The Best Cities to Visit in Spain: Top 10 Guide

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Top 10 Best Festivals & Fiestas in Spain: Video Tour? Calendar

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About Spain – General Info & Getting to Know Spain

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