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Extremadura is far removed from Spain’s crowded costas – both in terms of kilometres and character. It’s one of the country’s most sparsely populated regions, roughly the size of Belgium, and its distance from the coast has kept mass tourism at bay.
Barcelona is quite simply one of the most exciting and vibrant cities in the world. It’s both medieval and thoroughly modern. It’s one of the trendiest places on the planet whilst steadfastly clinging to its age-old traditions...
The Costa Brava is Spain's ruggedly beautiful "wild coast" stretching for 160 kilometres between the French border and Barcelona. It's undoubtedly one of the most scenic coastal strips in the whole of mainland Spain, boasting endless miles of sandy beaches and countless rocky coves backed by pine-clad cliffs.
It's home to the world famous La Manga Club which boasts
some of the top sports and leisure facilities to be found in any self-contained
tourist complex in Europe. The Costa Calida also cradles one of Spain's
greatest coastal treasures - a huge natural salt water lagoon called
the Mar Menor (literally "little sea") which is separated
from the Mediterranean by a 22-kilometre sandy strip of narrow land.
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Come to this particular "costa" if you're seeking uncluttered beaches and an altogether more relaxed sun and sand holiday than you'll find on the far busier Costa del Sol. The Costa Almeria's few main beach resorts offer low key tourist facilities geared to families and couples rather than party people.
There's something for everyone along this "white coast" of
huge contrasts which encompasses a diverse range of seaside resorts in
the south east of the Iberian Peninsula. There are round-the-clock party
places devoted to satisfying the every whim of the most demanding package
holidaymaker. But you don't have to venture far back from the coast
to find unspoilt Spanish "pueblos", virtually untouched by
tourism, where life continues much as it has done for generations.
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The Costa de la Luz is one of the best kept secrets of
the entire Spanish coastline. Mass tourism has failed to spread its tendrils
as far as this south west corner of Spain though Spanish visitors have
been enjoying the diverse delights of this "Coast of Light" for many
years.
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The Costa del Sol is Andalucia's best known stretch of
coastline, famous for its seemingly endless beaches, year-round sunshine
and a wealth of major tourist attractions which make it one of the
Mediterranean's top holiday spots.
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However you describe Bilbao’s breathtaking Guggenheim Museum, and whether you love it or hate it, this is a building which simply refuses to be ignored...
Home to one of the world’s biggest and best collections of classical art...
This futuristic "city within a city" must surely rank as one of the world's most exciting and imaginative millennium projects. The entire complex, designed to celebrate the arrival of the 21 st century, looks as though it might have been beamed down to earth from another planet.
Spain is well known for its wine, best known are the quality reds from Rioja and Ribera del Duero, reds and whites from Penedes, fine whites from Rueda, "sherries" from Jerez, and a fine sparkling wine known as cava...
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To savour the truly wonderful world of Spanish food it’s essential to venture beyond the seaside tourist traps and follow the example of the Spaniards. Food is far more than a way of keeping body and soul together in Spain – it’s an entire experience and the focal point of the Spanish way of life...
If you’re planning to move to Spain learning at least some of the language will be crucial in terms of how well you adapt to your new life abroad...More...
One of Spain’s top tourist attractions and an absolute must for anyone wanting to savour all things Spanish in one fell swoop...More...
What happens and where. Dont miss out on all the fun to be at the local and national fiestas in Spain...More...
The Spanish have a remarkably relaxed attitude towards nudity on their beaches especially when you consider that Spain is still a staunchly Catholic country...More...
On July 11th 2005, in the registry office of a Madrid suburb, two gay men made history in Spain by exchanging marriage vows...More...
Top Tips for Dating in Spain - strategies that work for finding love as an Expat...More...
Start arranging your Spanish mortgage early on, Overview of the Spanish mortgage market, Spanish mortgage costs explained, Is a Spanish mortgage a good idea? Spanish mortgages vs UK Mortgages...
Useful and practical advice you should consider before purchasing a property in Spain...
Embarking on a new life in a foreign country is a major step for anyone. It takes a good deal of nerve, boundless enthusiasm and an unswerving determination to overcome the inevitable obstacles. If you're making the "big move" with children, you're going to need all these qualities by the bucket load...
Recent studies have shown there are significant long term benefits to moving your child abroad, particularly when they are very young.
More and more people are retiring to Spain either permanently or for part of the year. And there are many good reasons why..
If you are thinking of spending your retirement years in Spain, our Tax Planning Guide offers advice on the best ways to minimize your tax liabilities and keep more of your money for you and your family. .
The race is now on in Valencia to transform the city into a fitting host for one of the world’s most prestigious and oldest sporting events...
Spain is the golfing mecca of Europe. The country offers a winning formula of world class courses in stunning locations and a climate which allows enthusiasts to enjoy their sport throughout the year (without the need for all-weather golf gear!)...More...
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