The Cave of Altamira in Cantabria contain some of the most well-preserved Paleolithic cave paintings in Europe. Located just outside the town of Santillana del Mar, these caves were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. The caves were formed naturally by erosion from the Altamira River and were …
Cheap car hire in Spain can be difficult to find during the peak holiday season and since the Covid pandemic there seems to be a shortage of vehicles everywhere. For that reason we’ve put together these few tips on helping you find some good deals: Compare Rental Companies’ Rates The …
Driving in Spain can be a dream or a nightmare depending on where you are. On the plus side the quality of major roads all over the country is quite outstanding and there seems no end to the number of new motorways which not only connect major cities but also …
Lanzarote is one of the Spanish Canary Islands which lies just 125km from mainland Africa and more than 1000km from mainland Spain. Its closest neighbour is Fuerteventura which is only 11km away. Only around 140,000 people live permanently on the island with tourism being the island’s primary income source and …
The Festival of Mérida, or more precisely, the Mérida International Classical Theatre Festival is held every summer in the Spanish city of Mérida (Extremadura). The festival is held amongst the city’s spectacular Roman ruins and is an enthralling event for lovers of classical drama. Offiially known as the Festival Internacional …
During the 1730’s the most notorious event in the island’s history took place when devastating volcanic eruptions took place over a period of nearly six years. Within an area of only eight square kilometres between twenty five and thirty volcanoes erupted, creating the area now known as the Timanfaya National …
Located in the Canary Islands, off the coast of Africa, the volcanic island of Lanzarote attracts millions of tourists all year round. With popular resorts such as Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen, glorious beaches and natural attractions there are many things to do in Lanzarote for visitors …
The Prado Museum in Madrid was one of the world’s first public art galleries when it was established in 1819. As the size and variety of its collection grew, it soon became recognised as one of the world’s greatest art museums and one of the city’s top tourist attractions. Today …
There are some remarkable day trips from Madrid which allow visitors to the capital to learn about the country’s historical legacy which defines modern-day Spain. From the medieval masterpiece of Toledo to the legends of Segovia, each destination offers a unique glimpse into the country’s past. Ávila’s fortress walls and …
