10 Good Reasons to Visit Spain


The attractions of Spain are obvious – sun, sand and sea. But there is more to Spain than just endless days relaxing on a beach – although there is nothing wrong with that either! Whatever you want to take from your holiday in Spain, you will find that there is always plenty to see and do wherever you go. We have put together a guide to the top ten reasons why you should take a holiday in Spain, so read on for more…

Wonderful Tourist Attractions

Spain is home to some of the most outstanding tourist attractions in Europe, if not the world. The legacy of the Moors who ruled Spain for nearly 700 years has left a legacy of wonderful tourist attractions. Check out the outstanding Alhambra Palace in Granada for possibly the lasting testament to Arab rule in Spain. It truly is magnificent. Another example is the Alcazaba in Almería. Spain is also home to wonderful Gothic architecture in the cities of Barcelona and Madrid. The Santa Barbara Castle in Alicante is another example of Moorish Spain. Check out these for yourself!

Excellent Food and Drink

Spain is renowned for its marvellous food and drink that will suit every palette – a visit to a Spanish tapas bar will clarify this for you for sure! Home to some of the tastiest wines in the world, Spain’s culinary delights include wonderful seafood, paella and rice dishes – so you are spoilt for choice! La Rioja is one of the top wine growing regions in Spain, and Jérez is the home of sherry!

Fantastic Beach Resorts

Wherever you go in Spain you are not far from a beach. Spain boasts 300 days of sunshine a year and beautiful beaches front the long Spanish coastlines to the west, east and south. And don’t forget the island resorts – take your pick from the Canaries to the Balearic Islands. If you are after secluded coves check out the Costa Brava, and if you seek huge acres of sand check out the island resorts! From Alicante to Lanzarote and Gran Canaria there are beaches to suit everyone.

Spain’s Wildlife

If you are looking for tourist experiences of Spain that are off the beaten track, why not head to the Spanish wilds to see the flora and fauna of this exciting and diverse country in their natural habitats. If you are taking a road trip around Spain you will see the wild horses abound in Andalucia and the wild brown bears of the Asturias region. Spain is home to some wonderful natural parks – where the natural animals and plants are protected – Parque Natural Cabo de Gata in Almería as is the terrific Mount Teide National Park on Tenerife, home to the highest mountain in mainland and offshore Spain, and the third hightest volcano in the world. The Sierra Nevada National Park is in the Granada Region and another prominent national park is the Doñana National Park in the Seville area.

Fiestas and Flamenco Dancing

If you are looking for a party, then you have come to the right country. Spain is home to some of the most colourful, vibrant and joyous festivals in the whole world. Experience the passion of a Fiesta Espãna – some of the popular ones in Spain to check out are the San Fermin Bull Running Festival of Pamplona, La Tomatino (tomato throwing festival in Bunol), The Valencia Fireworks Festival, The Moors and Christian Festival Alicante, Las Hogueras de San Juan (St John’s Bonfires Festival) and La Féria de Malaga, which commemorates the Christian victory over the Muslims in Malaga.

Stylish City Breaks

Experience the buzz and total enjoyment by taking a Spain City Break – both the Capital City Madrid and Barcelona, home of the 1992 Olympics, have their own attractions to the visitor ranging from chic shopping streets, arts and cultural attractions, and wonderful eateries to select from. Some of the emerging city locations to check out are Valencia, Seville and Murcia.

Find Your Own Spain On A Driving Tour

Why not hire a car and discover ‘The Real Spain’ by checking out the fishing villages in Malaga and Alicante or along the coastline of Gran Canaria. If you are based in Malaga, a suggested driving tour would be going to the mountain region of Ronda, Benalmadena, or taking day trips to Marbella and Tarifa, where you can see the coast of North Africa across the water.
Almería is another region where you can get back to basics and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. One of the most memorable driving tours of Spain is a visit to the ‘Pueblos Blancos’ (White Towns and Villages of Andalucia) in the regions of Cadíz and Alicante.

Golfing In Spain

If you are fan of golf, then Spain is ideal for you. You have a fantastic choice of world-class golf courses that serve the public all year round. The Malaga region is probably the most popular place to check out, you have a choice of different golf courses to suit players of all levels. Valderrama, Rio Real, Santa Maria and the Alcaidesa links course are some of the most popular places to check out in Malaga. The only problem you will have is choosing which one to tee off from!

Arts and Culture

Spain is the homeland of some of the most celebrated artists in world art history – from Goya, Velazquez, César Manrique to the weird and wonderful work of Pablo Picasso. Some of the most alluring art museums in the world are located in Madrid – El Museo del Prado, which has over 8,000 works of art on display!

Vibrant Nightlife

If you caught the television coverage of the Spanish people welcoming home the triumphant Spanish football team after their outstanding victory in South Africa, you will have noticed the carnival atmosphere on the streets of Spain – this is not an isolated incident – nightlife in Spain is always like this! Why not check it out yourself while you are on holiday – enjoy the real flavour of traditional Spanish culture by sampling a flamenco show or grind to the latest beats on the island paradise of Ibiza!