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 		New Galleries Open at the Prado in Madrid
Fresh from its new extension in 2007, the Prado continues to grow, with a new collection of Goyas and other late 19th-century artists.
Iberia Upgrades Madrid Airport Lounges
Madrid's Barajas airport is one of Europe's most convenient hubs for international airline passengers, and Iberia has made it even more attractive to business travelers.
Visit Barcelona's Vicky Cristina Movie Sites
It didn't take Golden Globes winner Vicky, Cristina, Barcelona to make the capital of Catalonia a top travel destination - 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites already did that.
Free in Madrid – Summer in the City Festival
More than 1,000 concerts, ballets and performances - many of them free - fill Spain's capital in July and August with classical and world music, opera and flamenco.
Spain's Secret Beach Paradise at Vigo
Northern Spain's little-known and uncrowded beaches on the Cíes Islands just off the cruise port of Vigo, are so precious that they are protected by a national park
Spain's Costa Brava Celebrates 100 Years
Along with beaches, Spain's northern Mediterranean coast is a center for art and culture, a heritage celebrated in 2009-2010 with concerts, exhibitions and fine dining.
Western Andalucia's Best Beaches and Resorts
The coast west of Gibraltar has some of Spain's best beaches and coastal attractions, with miles of white sand known as the Costa de la Luz or Coast of Light.
Choosing the Best of Spain's Costa Del Sol
The coast between Málaga and Gibraltar has Spain's best known Mediterranean beaches, but old stereotypes worry travelers. This is a guide to today's new Costa del Sol.
Choosing the Best of Spain's Riviera
The Costa Brava and Costa Blanca are among Spain's most attractive Mediterranean beach areas, with a wide variety of coastal scenery, charming towns and activities.
Guide to the Best of the Spanish Riviera
Costa del Sol, Costa Brava, Costa Blanca ...Each of Spain's legendary stretches of sand and sun has a different character; here's where they are and how to tell them apar
Tour Barcelona with a Talking Car
See the sights and learn about Spain's fascinating Catalonian city with an English-speaking audio guide, in a little self-drive car with GPS navigation.
Vigo – Spain's Art Heritage is Alive in Museums
Early Celts settled in Galicia, in northern Spain, beginning an artistic tradition that lives on today in Vigo's vibrant art scene and in its public galleries.
Springtime in Spain 10 Reasons to Be There
Forget April in Paris - Spain is the place to be when almond and orange trees are in bloom, winter is cast off with fireworks and Easter celebrated with bonfires.
Touring Barcelona on a Budget
See the sights and get the most value with these top money-saving tips for finding bargains while enjoying Gothic and Modernista highlights of the Catalonian capital.
Two Spanish Carnivals Rival Rio
Lavish parades, elaborate costumes, music, dancing, street parties, open-air feasts and all-night revelry transform Spanish cities in colorful pre-lenten festivals.
Spain's Christmas Sweets
The holiday season throughout Spain is filled with traditional foods, and everyone's favorites are turron, marzipan and delectable shortbread cookies called polvorones.
Sampling the Cuisine of Tenerife
The seven islands in Spain's Canaries share a common food heritage, and travelers can sample it best at small local restaurants, especially on Tenerife.
CaixaForum Madrid: New Art Gallery
Joining the fabled Prado, the Thyssen Bornemisza and the Reina Sofía art museums, CaixaForum Madrid adds another contemporary link in the Paseo del Arte (Art Walk).
Top Sights in Spain's Andalucia
UNESCO Heritage Sites - the Alhambra, Cordoba's Mosque and Seville's Cathedral -highlight Andalucia, home to Mediterranean beaches, flamenco, sherry and the White Towns.
Top 10 Canary Islands Secrets
These might not make the guidebooks' Top Ten Must See Sights lists, but they are experiences and places you shouldn't miss - and most travelers don't know about them.
Best Places to Take Kids in Spain
Spain's top 10 must-see sights and travel experiences for children, from pandas at the Madrid Zoo to Mediterranean beaches, Moorish palaces and Valencia's new aquarium.
Shopping for Crafts in Tenerife
Shopping for local handcrafts, duty-free goods, beach and resort wear is second only to beaches as a reason for traveling to Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands.
Museum Explores the Canary Islands
Discover how volcanoes formed Spain's Islands in the Atlantic, how early inhabitants mummified their dead and how bounty from the Americas made Tenerife rich.
At the Prado: Spectacular Goya
Versatile and innovative artist Francisco Goya changed Spanish art as he recorded a tumultuous period in Spain's history. The Prado shows both Goya's art and his times.
Gran Canaria, More than Beaches
From its lush tropical valleys and rugged volcanic peaks to huge sand dune landscapes that could be the Sahara, the island of Gran Canaria offers a lot more than beaches.
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 		Who Was St Valentine? What is Valentine's Day?
The origins of Valentine's Day seem unclear but the fact that it is celebrated every year on February 14th is one that we can't escape. Read about Saint Valentine.
Private Tour Guides in Madrid, Spain
Maximize Madrid sightseeing. Hire a professional tour guide, fluent in many languages. Visit museums, the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and surrounding historical areas.
Primavera Sound Festival 2010 - Barcelona
Primavera Sound Festival is one of the biggest music festivals in Europe, and it takes place every year, at the end of May, in the Spanish city of Barcelona.
Discovering Mijas Pueblo In Andalucía
The tradtional Moorish village of Mijas overlooking the Mediterranean is relaxing and picturesque and should be included on any visit to Andalucia in southern Spain
History of the Flies of St. Narcissus
Visitors to Girona would not fail to notice the sign of flies here and there surrounding the legend of St. Narcissus. Time helps give a fantastic tint to this story.
Off the Beaten Track in Spain
When considering a holiday in Spain it's best to remember there's a wonderful world of ancient towns, secluded bays and cultural diversity just waiting to be explored
What is La Tomatina in Bunol, Spain Like?
This first-hand account of La Tomatina, the mad tomato throwing festival in a tiny Spanish village, will give would-be participants an idea of what to expect.
Visit the University of Barcelona
559 years old, the University of Barcelona, same as many other Spanish universities, offers an interesting visit for foreign travellers.
Hotel Reviews Spain – Hotel Urbisol, Barcelona
Hotel Urbisol is situated in Calders within the Province of Barcelona. The hotel itself is impressive, boasting of its unique rooms decorating with care and taste.
Playa de Tejita Nude Beach on Tenerife
Playa de Tejita is a long sandy beach on the south coast of Tenerife which attracts many naturists (nudists) at its left-hand (easterly) end.
Vacation to Spain, Hotel Accommodation Barcelona
Masferrer, a beautifully restored 18th century "masia," at the foot of the Montseny mountain, promises a tranquil vacation for holidays seekers to Spain.
Travel Within Spain, Parador de Tortosa
Unlike many other paradores, one can reach the Parador de Tortosa by train, and the station is only 1 km away from this splendid 10th century castle.
The Coastal Watchtowers of Andalucia in Spain
The history of the watchtowers on the coast of Southern Spain tells of an eventful & troubled past. One tower can be found at Maro, near Nerja, on the Costa del Sol
Roman Ruins Of Ronda In Andalucia Southern Spain
Just outside the historical mountain town of Ronda in Andalucia at 1000 mts above sea level are the ruins of Acinipo with its magnificent theatre and Bronze Age remains
Picasso Museum Barcelona
Museu Picasso is one of the most popular and most visited museums in Barcelona, housing one of broadest collections of Picasso's works.
Visit Toledo Spain - Best Things to See
Toledo is Spain's most historic city, linked with the Moors, Hapsburg Emperors and Spanish Civil War. Eat and shop in Plaza de Zocodover and Calle de Comercio.
The Village of Macharaviaya in Andalucia, Spain
This village was nicknamed Little Madrid in the 18th century. It briefly experienced wealth and fame resulting from being the birthplace of members of the Gálvez dynasty
Living in Spain in Winter – a Holiday Guide
Many foreigners spend winters in Southern Spain. Three linked articles offer advice & this third one focuses on leisure activities, learning Spanish & communications
Living in Spain in Winter – a Holiday Guide
Many foreigners spend winters in Southern Spain. Three linked articles offer advice & this second one focuses on rental accommodation, health services & money matters
Southern Spain in Winter – a Holiday Guide
Many foreigners spend winters in Southern Spain. Three linked articles offer advice & this first one focuses on winter climate, travel & transport & driving your car
Paper Mill Beach, Costa Del Sol, Spain
La Playa del Molino de Papel at the eastern end of the Costa del Sol, near Nerja, has a history of deprivation, manufacturing industry, warfare and smuggling.
Setcases for Weekend Ski Holiday
Setcases is a small town with less than 200 inhabitants. However, tourist industry becomes prominent because of its unique position as the closest stopover to ski resort.
Benalmádena Pueblo on Spain`s Costa del Sol
Benalmádena Pueblo is rich in history and culture and offers the visitor a glimpse of the real Spain just a stone's throw inland from the holiday coastline below
Nerja Donkey Sanctuary and Animal Rescue Centre
The Centre, which relies on fundraising and donations, is staffed by volunteers who look after the animals. The main expenses are vets' fees, foodstuffs and site rental.
Sagrada Familia
Construction on this church will continue at least until 2026, but it has already become Barcelona's most important landmark.
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