Roman control of the Iberian Peninsula began in 218 BC during the Second Punic War when they captured territories from the Carthaginians. Over the next two centuries, the Romans gradually conquered and Romanized the region through military force and colonization. The Romans divided the peninsula into three provinces – Hispania …
The October 2024 floods in Valencia were driven by an isolated high-altitude depression which caused catastrophic damage and loss of life across the region. Triggered by an unusual concentration of rain, up to 500mm in just eight hours in some areas, this intense weather system overwhelmed Valencia’s infrastructure which left …
Tucked away in the northern corner of Spain, Navarra is a hidden gem amongst Spain’s autonomous communities, offering a wealth of history, culture and natural beauty. This region, sharing borders with France and the Basque Country, boasts a unique identity shaped by centuries of resilience and autonomy. From the ancient …
The autonomous region of Asturias lies on Spain’s north coast, bordered by Galicia and Cantabria, with the Bay of Biscay to the north and the Cantabrian Mountains to the south. The region’s 300km coastline features over 100 pristine beaches and protected harbours, many framed by dramatic cliffs. Inland, the limestone …
Tucked away in western Spain, Extremadura is a region often overlooked by tourists, yet it holds a wealth of historical significance and unspoilt natural beauty. Bordering Portugal and comprising the provinces of Cáceres and Badajoz, it offers a rare glimpse into a Spain that has preserved its authenticity, largely untouched …
The autonomous community of Andalucía is located in the very south of Spain. It is made up of the eight provinces of eight provinces of Huelva, Seville, Cádiz, Córdoba, Málaga, Jaén, Granada and Almería. The region’s landscapes range from the sun-soaked beaches of the Costa del Sol to the snow-capped …
The Barcelona Tourist Tax was first introduced in 2012, with the stated purpose of generating revenue to help mitigate the impacts of mass tourism on the city’s infrastructure, public services and sustainability. The tax is officially known as the “Tourist Stay Tax” (Catalan: Impost sobre les estades en establiments turístics). …
There are some magnificent day trips from Seville which you can arrange by means of public transport or by booking organised tours. The most popular full day excursions from Seville are to Granada where you can visit the Alhambra Palace, to Cordoba to see the Mezquita and to Jerez de …
Southern Spain’s Cádiz province is renowned for its sunny beaches and elegant coastal cities. Yet venture just a short drive inland and you’ll encounter the White Villages of Andalucía which are commonly known as the ‘Pueblos Blancos’. These White Villages offer a magical glimpse of traditional Andalusian life with their …