According to legend, Seville was founded by Hercules and its origins are linked with the Tartessian civilisation. It was called Hispalis under the Romans and Isbiliya with the Moors. Its high point in its history was following the discovery of America.
Sevillw lies on the banks of the Guadalquivir and is one of the largest historical centres in Europe. The city has the minaret of La Giralda, the cathedral, one of the largest in Christendom, and the Alcázar Palace. Part of Seville´s treasure include Casa de Pilatos, Torre del Oro, the Town Hall, Archive of the Indies, where the historical records of the American continent are kept, the Fine Arts Museum,the second largest picture gallery in Spain, plus convents, parish churches and palaces.
Seville has hosted two international exhibitions, one in 929 and the other in 1992. Futhermore, Seville is the administrative capital of Andalucía. The quarter of Triana on the other side of the river, La Macarena, Santa Cruz and San Bartolomé, the street of Las Sierpes, plus La Maestranza bullring, María Luisa Park and the riverside walks are all representative images of Sevilla.
All the important monuments and it´s fascinating history, has made Seville universally famous for being a joyous town. While the Sevillians are known for their wit and sparkle, the city itself is striking for its vitality. It is the largest town in Southern Spain, the city of Carmen, Don Juan and Figaro.
The Sevillians are great actors and put on an extraordinary performance at their annual Fería de Abril, a week-long party of drink, food and dance which takes place day and night in more than a thousand especially mounted tents. But above all it allows the men to parade on their fine horses and the women to dance in brilliantly coloured gypsy dresses.
Immediately before that is Holy Week, Semana Santa, a religious festival where hooded penitents march In long processions followed by huge baroque floats on which sit Images of the Virgin or Christ, surrounded by cheerful crowds. Both Spring events are well worth experiencing.
Thursday, 7 February 2008
Tarragona Holidays
Tarragona is the southernmost province in Catalonia, Spain, which also boasts a capital of the same name. Located on the Costa Dorada, Tarragona and its beautiful beaches are exactly what you are searching for if you are yearning for golden sand, crystal clear waters and basking in the sun.
But if you also wish to discover the revealing ancient vestiges standing testament to Spain s glorious past, the diverse archaeological complexes and museums spread about the Tarragona province and its capital are perfect for you. Just walk around towns like the picturesque Reus or the hectic Salou and discover its important heritage, along with the lifestyle of its hospitable dwellers. Also nature lovers are welcome, since the chances offered by Tarragona s natural parks and gardens are immense.
From the artistic point of view, there are not many places that have such a large number of monuments and tourist attractions concentrated in such a small area as Tarragona has. Iberian civilization remains are plentiful in the whole region, as well as multiple Roman vestiges, especially in Tarragona city, where you can follow the traces of Rome in the Catalonian region. The splendorous past of the city is enclosed in its several well preserved edifices. Its most notable landmarks and tourist attractions are the Roman Amphitheatre in Tarragona and the Cistercian monastery in Poblet, as well as many other places of interest within the capital city, just to mention some examples. Reus, home town of the internationally famous Gaudí, is nowadays a centre for Modernism architecture, a kind of art also to be found in many wine cellars through the whole Tarragona province.
The sequence of sunny shores and attractive capes, together with its massive cliffs, have made of the Costa Dorada beach resorts a perfect destination for those yearning for unforgettable beach holidays in Spain. The fame this region has gained in the entire world is undoubtedly attributed to the sunny beaches to be found in Salou, Tarragona and other Costa Dorada beach resorts, which are the destination of millions of people who travel to Spain during the summer holidays. Packed with individuals or families, the Costa Dorada beaches are a must if you are on summer holidays in Spain.
If you wish to visit the towns of Salou, Reus or other Costa Dorada resorts, you may be willing to go on family holidays to Port Aventura theme park. With four different themes, Universal s Port Aventura is ideal for both family holidays and summer holidays. Just a cheap flight to Reus airport and soon you will be able to enjoy its exciting rides, vivid shows, rich assortment of restaurants and, of course, the comfortable hotels dotted about the whole Costa Dorada to relax when you need to recharge your batteries.
But if you also wish to discover the revealing ancient vestiges standing testament to Spain s glorious past, the diverse archaeological complexes and museums spread about the Tarragona province and its capital are perfect for you. Just walk around towns like the picturesque Reus or the hectic Salou and discover its important heritage, along with the lifestyle of its hospitable dwellers. Also nature lovers are welcome, since the chances offered by Tarragona s natural parks and gardens are immense.
From the artistic point of view, there are not many places that have such a large number of monuments and tourist attractions concentrated in such a small area as Tarragona has. Iberian civilization remains are plentiful in the whole region, as well as multiple Roman vestiges, especially in Tarragona city, where you can follow the traces of Rome in the Catalonian region. The splendorous past of the city is enclosed in its several well preserved edifices. Its most notable landmarks and tourist attractions are the Roman Amphitheatre in Tarragona and the Cistercian monastery in Poblet, as well as many other places of interest within the capital city, just to mention some examples. Reus, home town of the internationally famous Gaudí, is nowadays a centre for Modernism architecture, a kind of art also to be found in many wine cellars through the whole Tarragona province.
The sequence of sunny shores and attractive capes, together with its massive cliffs, have made of the Costa Dorada beach resorts a perfect destination for those yearning for unforgettable beach holidays in Spain. The fame this region has gained in the entire world is undoubtedly attributed to the sunny beaches to be found in Salou, Tarragona and other Costa Dorada beach resorts, which are the destination of millions of people who travel to Spain during the summer holidays. Packed with individuals or families, the Costa Dorada beaches are a must if you are on summer holidays in Spain.
If you wish to visit the towns of Salou, Reus or other Costa Dorada resorts, you may be willing to go on family holidays to Port Aventura theme park. With four different themes, Universal s Port Aventura is ideal for both family holidays and summer holidays. Just a cheap flight to Reus airport and soon you will be able to enjoy its exciting rides, vivid shows, rich assortment of restaurants and, of course, the comfortable hotels dotted about the whole Costa Dorada to relax when you need to recharge your batteries.
Alicante Holidays
This thoroughly Spanish city has a truly Mediterranean air; its wide esplanades, such as the Rambla de Mendez Nuñez and the Avenida Alfonso el Sabio, and its seafront promenades, full of terrace cafés, are perfect for relaxation.
A city of contrasts, Alicante also has a distinctly African flavour, with women clad in caftans, and hawkers selling African carvings along the waterfront and esplanades. The historical central quarter, though, is filled with Baroque buildings, bearing testimony to the city’s past when it was a major seaport.
Alicante’s past is that of any other corner of the Mediterranean Sea. Founded by the Greeks who named it Akra Leuke (White Peak), it was later captured by the Romans who renamed it Lucentum (City of Light). In the second half of the eighth century it was conquered by the Moors, and the city was finally retaken in 1246 for the Castillian crown. In 1308 it was incorporated in to the Kingdom of Valencia.
Today Alicante is the second largest city in the Valencian Country, and receives millions of visitors through its airport and its harbour each year. With its long sandy beaches, mild and pleasant climate, vibrant festivals, recently renovated old town and lively night life, this is definitely a city to spend some time in.
A city of contrasts, Alicante also has a distinctly African flavour, with women clad in caftans, and hawkers selling African carvings along the waterfront and esplanades. The historical central quarter, though, is filled with Baroque buildings, bearing testimony to the city’s past when it was a major seaport.
Alicante’s past is that of any other corner of the Mediterranean Sea. Founded by the Greeks who named it Akra Leuke (White Peak), it was later captured by the Romans who renamed it Lucentum (City of Light). In the second half of the eighth century it was conquered by the Moors, and the city was finally retaken in 1246 for the Castillian crown. In 1308 it was incorporated in to the Kingdom of Valencia.
Today Alicante is the second largest city in the Valencian Country, and receives millions of visitors through its airport and its harbour each year. With its long sandy beaches, mild and pleasant climate, vibrant festivals, recently renovated old town and lively night life, this is definitely a city to spend some time in.
Valencia Holidays
Valencia is best known both as the birthplace of paella and as the coastal region where you’ll find some of the best (and busiest) beaches in Spain. But Valencia is also the home of magnificent mountains and vast tracts of virgin territory largely overlooked by the millions of foreign visitors who choose this eastern region of Spain as their top holiday spot.
There are actually three Valencias. There’s the city of Valencia which is Spain’s third biggest city and the capital of the autonomous region of the same name. The Valencian region consists of three provinces – Castellon in the north, Valencia province in the centre and Alicante in the south.
The ancient city of Valencia was founded by the Romans in 138 BC, and was intitially named Valentia Edetanorum, although Iberian peoples had inhabited the area for centuries before. In subsequent centuries, the area was thoroughly romanised, until the 6th century AD when the city was taken over by the Visigoth monarchy. However, it was the Arab invasion of 714 that left the most noticeable mark on the city, until 1238 when King James I conquered the city. This is where the basic origin of Valencia as a national community with a political identity began. However, King James I didn't annex it to the kingdom of Aragon or Catalunya, but made it into an autonomous kingdom within the group of States under his sceptre. Despite the predominantly Catalan nature of the conquest, Valencia is a self-governing State with an identity of its own and a special parliament and institutions.
Throughout the middle ages, a strong silk producing industry together with significant agricultural production enabled the city to grow into an important economic force. The 15th century was Valencia’s golden century, but this position was halted and weakened by the War of the Germanians, which ended in 1522. In 1609 the Moorish were expelled from the city, bringing an end to the prosperity and economic strength and marking the beginning of a decline. Soon after the turn of the 18th Century was the War of Succession. Unrest was caused here as the people of Valencia sided with the Archduke of Austria, instead of Philip V, causing him to take away the city’s autonomy after his victory. It was not until the late 18th century that the city’s economic and cultural situation was revived. By the Civil War (1936-39), Valencia was made the capital of the Republican government, but received the status of Autonomous State with the re-establishment of the monarchy.
During the last two centuries, Valencian politics has been a reflection of the Spanish situation as seen from the capital of the State.
The city has a wealth of beautiful historic buildings, with the Miguelete being one of the most notable. This tower, which was built separately from the Holy Cathedral Church, encompasses a staircase of 207 steps leading to the top, where one can enjoy incredible panoramic views of the city. Linked to the cathedral is the Basilica of Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados, which is dedicated to the patron saint of the city. This building was built on the ruins of the ancient Roman forum, and houses a revolving statue of the Virgin. The cathedral itself was originally built as a Mosque, but was converted to a Roman Catholic Cathedral after El Cid conquered the city. The Cathedral was reverted back to a Mosque later on, only to be turned back into a Christian cathedral when James I re-conquered the city.
The old city is surrounded by the Moorish walls and the ancient outer ring of the city, which contain many historical remains, archaeological sites, religious buildings, and palaces that were built over many centuries.
Most people associate Valencia with Oranges and Paella, and although this is true, most people are unaware of the sheer cultural diversity the city of Valencia and the region has to offer.
This section includes important cultural information on traditonal Valencian life, museums and local art work and historical treasures well worth the visit.
There are actually three Valencias. There’s the city of Valencia which is Spain’s third biggest city and the capital of the autonomous region of the same name. The Valencian region consists of three provinces – Castellon in the north, Valencia province in the centre and Alicante in the south.
The ancient city of Valencia was founded by the Romans in 138 BC, and was intitially named Valentia Edetanorum, although Iberian peoples had inhabited the area for centuries before. In subsequent centuries, the area was thoroughly romanised, until the 6th century AD when the city was taken over by the Visigoth monarchy. However, it was the Arab invasion of 714 that left the most noticeable mark on the city, until 1238 when King James I conquered the city. This is where the basic origin of Valencia as a national community with a political identity began. However, King James I didn't annex it to the kingdom of Aragon or Catalunya, but made it into an autonomous kingdom within the group of States under his sceptre. Despite the predominantly Catalan nature of the conquest, Valencia is a self-governing State with an identity of its own and a special parliament and institutions.
Throughout the middle ages, a strong silk producing industry together with significant agricultural production enabled the city to grow into an important economic force. The 15th century was Valencia’s golden century, but this position was halted and weakened by the War of the Germanians, which ended in 1522. In 1609 the Moorish were expelled from the city, bringing an end to the prosperity and economic strength and marking the beginning of a decline. Soon after the turn of the 18th Century was the War of Succession. Unrest was caused here as the people of Valencia sided with the Archduke of Austria, instead of Philip V, causing him to take away the city’s autonomy after his victory. It was not until the late 18th century that the city’s economic and cultural situation was revived. By the Civil War (1936-39), Valencia was made the capital of the Republican government, but received the status of Autonomous State with the re-establishment of the monarchy.
During the last two centuries, Valencian politics has been a reflection of the Spanish situation as seen from the capital of the State.
The city has a wealth of beautiful historic buildings, with the Miguelete being one of the most notable. This tower, which was built separately from the Holy Cathedral Church, encompasses a staircase of 207 steps leading to the top, where one can enjoy incredible panoramic views of the city. Linked to the cathedral is the Basilica of Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados, which is dedicated to the patron saint of the city. This building was built on the ruins of the ancient Roman forum, and houses a revolving statue of the Virgin. The cathedral itself was originally built as a Mosque, but was converted to a Roman Catholic Cathedral after El Cid conquered the city. The Cathedral was reverted back to a Mosque later on, only to be turned back into a Christian cathedral when James I re-conquered the city.
The old city is surrounded by the Moorish walls and the ancient outer ring of the city, which contain many historical remains, archaeological sites, religious buildings, and palaces that were built over many centuries.
Most people associate Valencia with Oranges and Paella, and although this is true, most people are unaware of the sheer cultural diversity the city of Valencia and the region has to offer.
This section includes important cultural information on traditonal Valencian life, museums and local art work and historical treasures well worth the visit.
Zaragoza Holidays
Zaragoza (Saragossa), the capital of Aragon, has all the attractions of a modern, populous city with excellent avenues, such as that of La Independencia, Sagasta, Gran Via... and squares, such as that of Paraiso, Los Sitios...
The Zaragoza's appeal lies in the fact that it has been left relatively untouched by tourism: most travelers know it only as a train station on the way from Barcelona to Madrid. Those who take the time to get off the train are rarely disappointed. The old town is full of authentic Spanish restaurants, and Aragon cooking is superb.
Attractions include the Aljaferia castle, the greatest Moorish edifice outside Andalucia, the Roman Forum and Theatre of ancient Caesaraugusta, and the Basilica del Pilar, one of the most famous sanctuaries of the Virgin Mary in the world.
Other important sights are the old Cathedral, La Seo, a magnificient 14th century church with its famous Museum of Trapestries. Especially interesting are the estately houses and magnificient palaces in the city.
The most important Zaragoza museums are the Museum of Fine Arts, with paintings of early aragonese artists and of El Greco, Ribera and Goya, and the Camon Aznar Museum, with paintings ranging from Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Velazquez and Goya to Renoir, Manet and Sorolla.
Popular festivals or fiestas in Aragon go beyond the commonplace. Although the Jota (traditional dance) becomes the mark that identifies a whole people and is a constant factor of any festive ossacion, Aragon folklore has known how to keep alive its deep roots in the in the ancestral world of the legendary and primitive. In fact, the actual religious feast days such us Saint John, the Carnival or the Corpus are edified intelligently over Pre-Christian and Pagan rites established by the rhythms of ancient life, ruled by the sun cycles, the seasons and the harvests.
So, among the marked political type fiestas, such as the Day of Aragon on the 23rd of April (Saint George), and the purely religious ones, such us the Easter Week processions, there are endless amount of festivities with deep folklore, such as the carnivals or the bullfightings. So, in any village or town of Aragon, and at any time of the year, we can see very popular festive events that everyone can take part in. We have highlighted some of the best ones that preserve the most singular peculiarities and living traditions, which make them into unrepeatable social phenomena in the world. But if you wish to discover the reality of the popular Aragon soul, you must let yourself be guided by your own experiences, travelling through Aragon village by village and without haste through the roads of folklore.
The Zaragoza's appeal lies in the fact that it has been left relatively untouched by tourism: most travelers know it only as a train station on the way from Barcelona to Madrid. Those who take the time to get off the train are rarely disappointed. The old town is full of authentic Spanish restaurants, and Aragon cooking is superb.
Attractions include the Aljaferia castle, the greatest Moorish edifice outside Andalucia, the Roman Forum and Theatre of ancient Caesaraugusta, and the Basilica del Pilar, one of the most famous sanctuaries of the Virgin Mary in the world.
Other important sights are the old Cathedral, La Seo, a magnificient 14th century church with its famous Museum of Trapestries. Especially interesting are the estately houses and magnificient palaces in the city.
The most important Zaragoza museums are the Museum of Fine Arts, with paintings of early aragonese artists and of El Greco, Ribera and Goya, and the Camon Aznar Museum, with paintings ranging from Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Velazquez and Goya to Renoir, Manet and Sorolla.
Popular festivals or fiestas in Aragon go beyond the commonplace. Although the Jota (traditional dance) becomes the mark that identifies a whole people and is a constant factor of any festive ossacion, Aragon folklore has known how to keep alive its deep roots in the in the ancestral world of the legendary and primitive. In fact, the actual religious feast days such us Saint John, the Carnival or the Corpus are edified intelligently over Pre-Christian and Pagan rites established by the rhythms of ancient life, ruled by the sun cycles, the seasons and the harvests.
So, among the marked political type fiestas, such as the Day of Aragon on the 23rd of April (Saint George), and the purely religious ones, such us the Easter Week processions, there are endless amount of festivities with deep folklore, such as the carnivals or the bullfightings. So, in any village or town of Aragon, and at any time of the year, we can see very popular festive events that everyone can take part in. We have highlighted some of the best ones that preserve the most singular peculiarities and living traditions, which make them into unrepeatable social phenomena in the world. But if you wish to discover the reality of the popular Aragon soul, you must let yourself be guided by your own experiences, travelling through Aragon village by village and without haste through the roads of folklore.
Blanes - Costa Brava Holidays
Blanes is located in the extreme south of the province of Giron close to Lloret de Mar. It is within an hour by car from Barcelona airport and is even closer to Girona airport.
There is a direct train from Barcelona to Blanes (with one connection to Barcelona airport) so visiting the city is very easy.
The maritime situation of Blanes governs its climate, which is temperate, with an annual average temperature of about 16º C with infrequent rain. In summer tempratures go up to 35ºC
Like most coastal towns Blanes has grown from a picturesque fishing village to tourist boomtown. The resort has a two-mile (3km) long stretch of coastline offering sandy bays and rocky coves, the main beachfront lined with high-rise hotels and apartment blocks. Behind the seafront the town still retains some reminders of its past, like the medieval castle of St Joan, several churches and other ancient buildings. Pride of the town are two renowned botanical gardens, which boast thousands of plant species. Along with all the trappings of modern tourism, Blanes also prides itself in giving visitors a taste of the real Spain, offering traditional street markets, several fiestas and folk dancing fairs.
Blanes has a 3 km (2 mile) long stretch of coastline offering sandy bays and rocky coves.
Between Blanes and Lloret de Mar, there are gardens set on an impressive balcony overlooking the Mediterranean and they bring together both native plants as well as tropical plant species.
The gardens of Santa Clotilde, in Lloret de Mar, were designed in 1919 by the architect Nicolau Maria Rubió i Tudurí, and are characterised by the absence of flowers which clearly contrasts with the great variety of plants. The mansion, that is set in the gardens, houses four important collections of paintings, embroideries, miniature boats and Catalan pottery. Pinya de Rosa, between Blanes and Lloret, has the particular feature of having adapted plant species that are characteristic of the tropics to the Mediterranean setting.
Marimurtra, in Blanes, is home to one of the most important biological stations in the Mediterranean and has not only native plants and trees, but also plant species from all over the world.
There is a direct train from Barcelona to Blanes (with one connection to Barcelona airport) so visiting the city is very easy.
The maritime situation of Blanes governs its climate, which is temperate, with an annual average temperature of about 16º C with infrequent rain. In summer tempratures go up to 35ºC
Like most coastal towns Blanes has grown from a picturesque fishing village to tourist boomtown. The resort has a two-mile (3km) long stretch of coastline offering sandy bays and rocky coves, the main beachfront lined with high-rise hotels and apartment blocks. Behind the seafront the town still retains some reminders of its past, like the medieval castle of St Joan, several churches and other ancient buildings. Pride of the town are two renowned botanical gardens, which boast thousands of plant species. Along with all the trappings of modern tourism, Blanes also prides itself in giving visitors a taste of the real Spain, offering traditional street markets, several fiestas and folk dancing fairs.
Blanes has a 3 km (2 mile) long stretch of coastline offering sandy bays and rocky coves.
Between Blanes and Lloret de Mar, there are gardens set on an impressive balcony overlooking the Mediterranean and they bring together both native plants as well as tropical plant species.
The gardens of Santa Clotilde, in Lloret de Mar, were designed in 1919 by the architect Nicolau Maria Rubió i Tudurí, and are characterised by the absence of flowers which clearly contrasts with the great variety of plants. The mansion, that is set in the gardens, houses four important collections of paintings, embroideries, miniature boats and Catalan pottery. Pinya de Rosa, between Blanes and Lloret, has the particular feature of having adapted plant species that are characteristic of the tropics to the Mediterranean setting.
Marimurtra, in Blanes, is home to one of the most important biological stations in the Mediterranean and has not only native plants and trees, but also plant species from all over the world.
Spain Holidays
If your holiday destination is Spain and you don’t want to ruin the entire trip because of a hasty choice you made on accommodation, you should know that there’s a rich list of hotels in Spain that meets your expectations and needs. You can even save a lot of time by accessing go-cielo.com, a site which provides such a list and offers the visitors the chance to find out which hotels in Spain have rooms available for tourists. This way, one can book the rooms and avoid unpleasant surprises.
A smart strategy in choosing hotels in Spain is analyzing and taking into consideration the itinerary of your trip. Where would you like to go? What is the one sight you wouldn’t accept missing? It may sound unreal, but many Spain hotels collaborate with traveling agencies in organizing tours and ease your trip by taking care of transporting your luggage from one hotel to another as you tour around Spain without worry. Sounds promising, doesn’t it? And, if you don’t want to move around and you prefer to visit just one or two cities and enjoy what they have to offer, the Spain hotels in those cities have to be carefully chosen as well. For example, if you prefer to have a view of the sea or get to the beach really quick, then your accommodation should be one of the Spain hotels situated o the coast, close to your primary objective. If you are interested in visiting several tourist attractions situated downtown in a certain city, the Spain hotels have to be situated nearby so that, during a vacation of just a few days, no time will be wasted on anything else but fun.
Another criterion you should base your choice on is, needless to say, the price. Spain hotels range their offer from low budget expenses to a lavish “Gran Lujo’ experience that even the pickiest costumer would find pleasing. True that we are all tempted to pick the rush season and go along with the flood of tourists. However, there are enough advantages to traveling off-season too. Just think that you can spend your holiday in one of the most expensive hotels in Spain with the same money that would have bought you a room in a one star hostel during the tourist season.
Besides the many well-known chain hotels in Spain, you have the option to get in touch with the Spanish flavor with a less pricey and sometimes more cozy alternative. That is the so-called “casas de huespedes”. The choice gives you the opportunity to experience the way Spanish people actually live and not the costumer-oriented accommodation facilities Spain hotels offer to tourists. Thus you get a closer approach on the Spanish culture that usually the fancy hotels in Spain fail to offer.
Another option you should consider when searching for a place to stay in Spain is the paradores. They are public Spain hotels that have the distinguishing feature of being disposed inside different architectonic monuments with historical value, such as castles or monasteries. When it comes to facilities, paradores are just as modern as the high-rated hotels in Spain. Plus, you can get a little “history class” as a bonus. You are, after all, staying in a reminiscent piece of Spain’s history. Spain hotels, such as these paradores, offer its visitors a sense of uniqueness.
As to finally emphasize how interesting a stay at a hotel in Spain may be, let’s go a bit over the “treats” Spain hotels offer their clients. Tourists may choose from a large variety of services such as sauna, spa treatments and personal masseuses, cruising on the Atlantic on the hotel ferry or even swimming with dolphins. One can also benefit from a pool, a Jacuzzi or entertaining facilities for families with children. Yes, the hotels in Spain have it all. However, the quality of the services you choose depends on the price and, again, you have to take into account your financial possibilities.
There are many things that make a vacation memorable and the place where you stay is definitely one of the most important. Have you ever managed to be happy or at your best in a place where the bed is awful, the shower does not work and cockroaches walk freely around the room? Nobody does. Choose the hotels in Spain and you will not have such unpleasant memories. Spain hotels, with their impeccable services and luxurious facilities, will guarantee a great holiday.
A smart strategy in choosing hotels in Spain is analyzing and taking into consideration the itinerary of your trip. Where would you like to go? What is the one sight you wouldn’t accept missing? It may sound unreal, but many Spain hotels collaborate with traveling agencies in organizing tours and ease your trip by taking care of transporting your luggage from one hotel to another as you tour around Spain without worry. Sounds promising, doesn’t it? And, if you don’t want to move around and you prefer to visit just one or two cities and enjoy what they have to offer, the Spain hotels in those cities have to be carefully chosen as well. For example, if you prefer to have a view of the sea or get to the beach really quick, then your accommodation should be one of the Spain hotels situated o the coast, close to your primary objective. If you are interested in visiting several tourist attractions situated downtown in a certain city, the Spain hotels have to be situated nearby so that, during a vacation of just a few days, no time will be wasted on anything else but fun.
Another criterion you should base your choice on is, needless to say, the price. Spain hotels range their offer from low budget expenses to a lavish “Gran Lujo’ experience that even the pickiest costumer would find pleasing. True that we are all tempted to pick the rush season and go along with the flood of tourists. However, there are enough advantages to traveling off-season too. Just think that you can spend your holiday in one of the most expensive hotels in Spain with the same money that would have bought you a room in a one star hostel during the tourist season.
Besides the many well-known chain hotels in Spain, you have the option to get in touch with the Spanish flavor with a less pricey and sometimes more cozy alternative. That is the so-called “casas de huespedes”. The choice gives you the opportunity to experience the way Spanish people actually live and not the costumer-oriented accommodation facilities Spain hotels offer to tourists. Thus you get a closer approach on the Spanish culture that usually the fancy hotels in Spain fail to offer.
Another option you should consider when searching for a place to stay in Spain is the paradores. They are public Spain hotels that have the distinguishing feature of being disposed inside different architectonic monuments with historical value, such as castles or monasteries. When it comes to facilities, paradores are just as modern as the high-rated hotels in Spain. Plus, you can get a little “history class” as a bonus. You are, after all, staying in a reminiscent piece of Spain’s history. Spain hotels, such as these paradores, offer its visitors a sense of uniqueness.
As to finally emphasize how interesting a stay at a hotel in Spain may be, let’s go a bit over the “treats” Spain hotels offer their clients. Tourists may choose from a large variety of services such as sauna, spa treatments and personal masseuses, cruising on the Atlantic on the hotel ferry or even swimming with dolphins. One can also benefit from a pool, a Jacuzzi or entertaining facilities for families with children. Yes, the hotels in Spain have it all. However, the quality of the services you choose depends on the price and, again, you have to take into account your financial possibilities.
There are many things that make a vacation memorable and the place where you stay is definitely one of the most important. Have you ever managed to be happy or at your best in a place where the bed is awful, the shower does not work and cockroaches walk freely around the room? Nobody does. Choose the hotels in Spain and you will not have such unpleasant memories. Spain hotels, with their impeccable services and luxurious facilities, will guarantee a great holiday.
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