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Hotel Marqués de Riscal at night

Stay In A Work Of Art At Hotel Marqués de Riscal In Basque Country, Spain

Hotel Marqués de Riscal makes a strong architectural statement as it stands over the traditional Basque town of Elciego. Meanwhile, Frank O. Gehry designed this weird and wonderful building, and was dubbed by Vanity Fair as “the most important architect of our age.” Looking at the architect’s work online quickly reveals why. Gehry is a Canadian-American Pritzker...

Soportujar in winter

Visit Soportujar In Southern Spain And Its Witches In 2024

Readers were recently introduced to two fascinating locations in Spain – one related to Vikings and the other to witches. However, that witch destination isn’t alone, as the small village of Soportujar also celebrates witchy things. Read on to find out what you can see in the village while on a day trip from Granada. Soportujar in Spain and its witches When glancing...

Parador de Tortosa, Catalunya

Luxurious Vacation: Stay In A Real Castle In Spain In 2024

The Paradores of Spain are iconic and luxurious hotels, often set in historic buildings such as palaces, medieval castles, monasteries and convents. Some are set in modern buildings, but all offer the same level of quality. Moreover, they are surrounded by beautiful countryside or historic cities. In each case, the paradores are convenient to popular landmarks and...

Catoira Viking Festival

Vikings & Witches On A Weird & Wonderful Vacation In Spain

Travelers planning a vacation in Spain mostly think of major cities like Madrid or Barcelona. They book a visit to the beautiful beaches on the country’s coasts. However, for anyone looking for a truly memorable Spanish vacation can experience Vikings and witches in local events. Read on to find out more about the weird side of Spain and when you can experience these...

Urdaibai Estuary, Basque Country, Northern Spain

Experience Art And Nature In The Urdaibai Estuary Of Basque Country, Spain

Northern Spain is a green and beautiful area of the country, especially on the Urdaibai Estuary, nestling in the Basque Country. Here, nature is at its most beautiful as well as being an important Biosphere Reserve. This area of northern Spain is highly recommended for travelers seeking time in nature. Whether looking for idyllic beaches, wishing to hike in nature...

Town in Spain installs unique radar speed control signs

Town In Spain Takes Unique Approach To Speed Control

Anyone who lives in or regularly visits Spain is aware of the fact that authorities take speed control seriously. What with hidden radar cameras and cop cars hiding in the bushes, it is all too easy to get caught going over the limit. However, it seems not every town in Spain takes speed control so seriously. One town, La Algaba in the Sevilla Province has introduced...

Pajares Bypass takes passengers on a high-speed train to Cantabria

Travel By High-Speed Train Through New Pajares Bypass In Spain

After 20 years in the making, the Pajares Bypass in Spain has opened up a chance to travel by high-speed train across the Cantabrian Mountains. Traveling to rugged beaches and glacial lakes, the train now connects the provinces of León and Asturias. Meanwhile, the €4 ($4.3) billion project brings high-speed train connections to Asturias while fixing the gap with León...