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Spain Holidays from CheapHolidays.comOverview
The straw donkey and sombrero image of Spain is now largely consigned to the bin - along with the paella and chips. In its place comes a sheaf of sparkling and evocative new images, as the visitor trend turns from sun-and-fun package holidays to individually tailored, more sophisticated themes.
Spain is a country on the move, a place of rapid change. High-speed railways have conquered the country’s mountainous terrain and many cities now have modern metro and tram networks, testifying to a vibrant and growing economy. But here, too, you will find a country where time stands still, where Roman columns rise into a clear blue sky, where crumbling Arab watchtowers maintain a lonely vigil over vast and magnificent landscapes, and city plazas where the baroque jostles with the modern to strike a uniquely Spanish harmony.
The historic cities of Spain are drenched in the atmosphere of the past, but well equipped to meet modern needs as well. The countryside is infinitely varied, from the ‘Green Spain’ of the rugged Atlantic coast to the parched plains of Castile and La Mancha. The open roads across endless open spaces produce a steady stream of surprises, with hidden villages and unexpected castles, shepherds roaming with their flocks and hilltop windmills appearing unexpectedly. It is a great country for touring.
Rich in history and natural beauty and with more than a fair share of sunshine Spain is a year-round, natural choice for many different kinds of holiday, from outdoor adventures to world-class museums and art galleries to an infinite variety of popular beaches and secluded coves. Not least the people are warm and welcoming - and they know how to party. The Spanish experience would be incomplete without joining in at least one of its famous fiestas.
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Leon Gray
Spain is a country on the move, a place of rapid change. High-speed railways have conquered the country’s mountainous terrain and many cities now have modern metro and tram networks, testifying to a vibrant and growing economy. But here, too, you will find a country where time stands still, where Roman columns rise into a clear blue sky, where crumbling Arab watchtowers maintain a lonely vigil over vast and magnificent landscapes, and city plazas where the baroque jostles with the modern to strike a uniquely Spanish harmony.
The historic cities of Spain are drenched in the atmosphere of the past, but well equipped to meet modern needs as well. The countryside is infinitely varied, from the ‘Green Spain’ of the rugged Atlantic coast to the parched plains of Castile and La Mancha. The open roads across endless open spaces produce a steady stream of surprises, with hidden villages and unexpected castles, shepherds roaming with their flocks and hilltop windmills appearing unexpectedly. It is a great country for touring.
Rich in history and natural beauty and with more than a fair share of sunshine Spain is a year-round, natural choice for many different kinds of holiday, from outdoor adventures to world-class museums and art galleries to an infinite variety of popular beaches and secluded coves. Not least the people are warm and welcoming - and they know how to party. The Spanish experience would be incomplete without joining in at least one of its famous fiestas.
You can choose from a selection of quality holidays in Spain available at great prices. Cheap holidays to Spain offer dozens of interesting excursions.
Top Things To Do
Run with the bulls or join with the crowds at the Festival of San Fermín in Pamplona (website: www.sanfermin.com). The famous ’running of the bulls’ through the streets of the centre takes place in July and attracts huge numbers of tourists.
Feel the passion of flamenco (website: www.andalucia.org/flamenco/index), in music, dance and song, throughout Andalucia and particularly the city of Seville.
Tread in the footsteps of pilgrims, along the Way of St James to Santiago de Compostela (website: www.santiago-compostela.net) a centre of pilgrimage since the early middle ages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The focal point for all visits is Santiago’s gothic Cathedral completed in 1188.
Explore Spain’s natural beauty and abundant wildlife by visiting one of the national or regional parks (website: http://parquesnaturales.consumer.es). Walks, hiking trails and jeep excursions take visitors to marshes and wetlands, coastal dunes, isolated mountain peaks or Atlantic beaches.
Conquer a summit - there are great opportunities for rock climbing in Spain’s mountains. Well-known, challenging climbs include the Naranjo de Bulnes in the Picos de Europa and Monte Perdido in Ordesa National Park.
Pedal along one of the many Vias Verdes (website: www.viasverdes-ffe.com): scenic railway tracks converted to cycleways. Mountain biking is becoming increasingly popular, and paths and tracks are plentiful.
Soak in a real Arab bath or hammam, reconstructed to luxury standards to suit modern tastes. New commercial baths have opened in Madrid, Cordoba, Granada and Seville.
Take to the water - swimming, waterskiing and windsurfing facilities can be found at nearly all seaside resorts. Spain’s premier windsurfing resort is Tarifa, where the world championships are held. Spain is also great for sailing, with plenty of harbours and sailing clubs.
Cast a line and hook a fish. Excellent opportunities exist for all types of fishing - the rivers and streams of the Pyrenees and the Picos de Europa offer good freshwater game fishing, while trout is abundant throughout the country. Permits must be requested from the regional authorities.
Swing that club! Golf is immensely popular, with Costa del Sol and La Manga emerging as two of Spain’s premier golfing destinations. The Valderrama (near Madrid) is particularly well known and in all, Spain has over 200 golf courses.
Take to the slopes - in Spain there are many natural ski runs and winter resorts, all blessed with the promise of warm sun and blue skies. There are five main skiing regions including the Pyrenean and Cantabrian ranges. Check out the upland area of the Sierra Nevada, south of Granada.
Hear the roar of the crowd. If you fancy seeing a bull fight from the safety of your seat, go to Madrid, which is home to the imposing bullring of Las Ventas, also known as the ’Cathedral of Bullfighting’.
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Spain Weather and Climate
Climate
Spain’s climate varies from temperate in the north to dry and hot in the south. The best months are from April to October, although July and August can be excessively hot throughout the country except the coastal regions. Madrid is best in late spring or autumn. The central plateau can be bitterly cold in winter.
Required Clothing
Light- to mediumweights and rainwear, according to the season.
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