When I first started driving people around Spain I was often asked questions by first time visitors regarding quite general matters related to Spanish geography, the economy, where people live, what they do, etc. In this article I’ve put together some general information about Spain that’s well worth checking out before you visit. One question …
Regions
Top Ten Beaches in Spain
Trying to come up with a list of our top ten beaches in Spain has been quite task. After so many years travelling around the peninsula and some of the Balearic and Canary islands it’s no mean feat to come up with a definitive list of top beaches. Of course some make it into our …
Spanish Food – What to Eat in Spain
The thing I miss most when I’m away from Spain is the whole food culture. Not just the food itself but also the whole assortment of tapas bars and restaurants that are tucked away on sidestreets all over the country. Wherever you are in Spain you’re rarely far from a good meal. The beauty of …
Celebrations in Spain
When I first set up Spanish-Fiestas.com I hadn’t really given much thought to the wonderful world of festivals in Spain. At the time I was working at San Pablo CEU University in Madrid and started organising weekends for British football fans who wanted to see a Real Madrid game. Shortly afterwards I met a bloke …
When to Visit Spain
Probably the most common question we receive from visitors to our website is “when is the best time to visit Spain?”. What so many people don’t seem to realise is the size and diversity of the country. You’d be surprised at the number of times I’ve been asked for recommended itineraries to “do Spain” in …