Spain Holidays

Barcelona birds eye view. Looking down the famous La Rambla street. 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.

Popular Destinations in Spain

Balearic Islands

Ibiza

Majorca

Menorca

Costa Almeria

Costa Blanca

Costa Brava

Costa De La Luz

Costa Del Sol

Costa Dorada

Travellers' top tips for places in Spain Beach
  • Maspalomas: Maspalomas clean but expensive, Jumbo more touristy, Playa del Ingles, Nicer beach & shops. dendekker
  • Barcelona: Visit Antonio Guadi's work. Make sure you go the the beach and go to the local market in Las Ramlas....overall Spain is AWESOME...a must see Lunastella38
Food & Drink
  • Golf Del Sur: visit Tapas and Chill, great food Hickey4
  • Playa Paraiso: Take a trip to Thai Botanica, not the cheapest by any stretch but excellent food. petenixon
Nightlife
  • Puerto Rico: If you want a quiet holiday stay in Amadores, a short taxi trip and you can experience the night life and restuarants of Peurto Rico annepg
  • Barcelona: check out the buzzing nightlife Abbiegirl97
Shopping
  • Playa Paraiso: Visit the shopping centre at El Duque PremierInn80
  • Barcelona: visit la Sagrada Familia, even if you only visit the outside. Visit the food market in the middle of La Rambla.You'll never see nicer displays of food Mooney6461
Weather
  • Barcelona: visit Sagrada Familia - takes your breath away even though its not finished. Well worth the queues. Get there nice and early before it gets too hot. lamb_bob
  • Nerja: Really well worth a visit great place and weather is fab plenty to do. Would return cormacuaghwest

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Spain travel tips from your fellow travellers
  • Sa Coma: Don't visit the animal park - 17 Euros each, - by SiLiW
  • Punta Prima: If you do stay here, get to Mahoon and check out the boat trips.. they are a must do - by welshcouple2011
  • Seville: ... you get the price of a carriage ride down to 35 euro :-) - by HaagseBluf
  • Barcelona: When in Barcelona, make sure you take a cooking class at "Cook and Eat!" Great experience! - by KMNchicago
  • Puerto De Santiago: walk along the coastal path to see Los Gigantes in all its glory :) - by tamboloki

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