Spain Holidays
Barcelona birds eye view. Looking down the famous La Rambla street.
Spain’s tourism boom began around the 1950s and has steadily increased to make Spain one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world.
The numerous resorts dotted along the east and south coast of Spain are where the majority of holidaymakers head to each year for their summer holidays. The most popular of these are the Costa Dorada, Costa Brava, Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol. Offering fine sandy beaches, safe swimming conditions for children and plenty of nightlife these resorts are firm favourites for both families and those looking to party the night away once the sun has set. Away from the package holiday hot spots Spain has much to offer in the way of sights and culture. The capital, Madrid, has a wealth of sightseeing opportunities including the Royal Palace. Barcelona, which lies on the north-east coast, is the second largest city in Spain and offers an array of museums and art galleries as well as an exuberant nightlife that brings the city alive.
Due to its sheer size, weather conditions in Spain vary across the country. The east coast benefits from the Mediterranean climate whereas the west coast is governed by the Atlantic Ocean. The south-east coast experiences very dry hot weather due to its proximity to Africa. Weather in the centre of Spain is more extreme than on the coast with very cold winters and very hot summers.
The numerous resorts dotted along the east and south coast of Spain are where the majority of holidaymakers head to each year for their summer holidays. The most popular of these are the Costa Dorada, Costa Brava, Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol. Offering fine sandy beaches, safe swimming conditions for children and plenty of nightlife these resorts are firm favourites for both families and those looking to party the night away once the sun has set. Away from the package holiday hot spots Spain has much to offer in the way of sights and culture. The capital, Madrid, has a wealth of sightseeing opportunities including the Royal Palace. Barcelona, which lies on the north-east coast, is the second largest city in Spain and offers an array of museums and art galleries as well as an exuberant nightlife that brings the city alive.
Due to its sheer size, weather conditions in Spain vary across the country. The east coast benefits from the Mediterranean climate whereas the west coast is governed by the Atlantic Ocean. The south-east coast experiences very dry hot weather due to its proximity to Africa. Weather in the centre of Spain is more extreme than on the coast with very cold winters and very hot summers.
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- Costa Teguise: Visit Teguise market, Rancho Texas (animal park), walk the beach promenade, try the windsurfing and bodyboarding, hire a bike, visit the Irish pubs. JauntingAboot
- Costa Teguise: Visit El Patio restaurant and Hennessy's bar on the beach front, both have great food and exceptional service. Harky41
- Valencia: only stay for a few days. It's a very beautiful city but with limited activities. The Oceanographic is worth a visit (very good restaurant too) travelfranck
- Sa Coma: Sample the Food in the Irish Bar and see the Take That Tribute at Brittania. Also take the Boat trip to the caves and Porto Christo. S4COP
- Torremolinos: go to Benalmadenia! Better nightlife, better value. In Torremolinos make sure you check prices of drinks before ordering as some prices are sky high. candyqueen
- Barcelona: Embrace the craziness of the city and be open minded. Also the nightlife only kicks off after about 2.30am, it's not an exaggeration! ChalkSmith
- Puerto Alcudia: visit the evening craft market and go to the old town market on a sunday cheryl197437
- Alicante: When in Alicante make sure that you go to sale y pepe on calle de los labradores and gellato shop that is across the street from it. ILUVTULIPS
- Playa Del Ingles: wear flip flops on the beach the sand is hot hot hot!!! xkate0x
- Playa Blanca: Spend a day at Playa Dorada beach - lovely clear blue waters & a sea breeze which is lovely when the temperatures are hot. louisek2001
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Spain travel tips from your fellow travellers
- Cala Millor: have lots of money and a camera!! - by hannahleas94
- Fuengirola: take a trip to Gibralter. Book in with John and Elaine at the Central Bus depot. Trips are excellent value for money. - by wegotmarriedinvegas
- Malgrat De Mar: take a trip to tossa de mar - by lesleypark69
- Barcelona: When in Barcelona, make sure you visit La Sagrada Familia, Casa Milla, Casa Batllo, Parc Guell, Playa Barcelonetta, Las Ramblas, Colon, Barrio Gotico - by wischme77
- Es Cana: Take a bus to eivissa (change at Santa Eularia)amazing place - by andrewdgraham