A wildlife holiday in Spain can be a thrilling and enjoyable experience. Spain has a number of geographically diverse regions and is therefore home to different terrain and climates within its borders. This accounts for a large variety of animals that are indigenous to Spain. Visitors to Spain can indulge in watching exceptional species of animals and do fantastic bird watching. The Brown Mountain bear and the Egyptian mongoose are the main features of Spain wildlife. Spain has a large amount of land that has been marked as national reserve so that the wildlife in Spain could be protected.

The Brown bear has been a permanent and traditional part of Spain’s wildlife but the amount of brown beers have declined over last hundred years. Despite the best efforts to conserve the species only few hundred in numbers are left. The best place where you can spot a brown bear is in the Cordillera Cantabrica National Park. Read the rest of this entry »

The stunning Spain is getting more and more popular as spot to spend quality time whether it is holidays, leisure or retirement. The country has enough strong reasons that attracts people from all over the world to this place weather they like serenity, vibrancy, nature, nightlife or anything else.

Spain comprehends the needs of expats like no other country does. Spain has almost over 40 years of experience in catering to a wide range of leisure and property services to world market, for whether it is about renting a luxury villa or buying the one to give you a reason to keep coming to Spain year after year. Read the rest of this entry »

One thing that is sure about Madrid is that the “Madrileños” is that they certainly know the exact way of enjoying life, that too to the fullest. Madrid has a charm of its own and it is in fact, the capital city of Spain that can proudly boast of being rich in culture and heritage.

Madrid is a great place for shopaholics with its bustling Gran Via offering some very fine stores in the entire Europe. Madrid also has a lot for children so that they remain amused. Children that are on a visit to spain with their families can keep themselves busy with Zoo-Aquarium, the wax museum, the Faunia theme park, amusement parks and the Warner Bros. Madrid theme park. Read the rest of this entry »

Villa rentals are the perfect way to add the luxury and privacy quotient to your Spain holidays. The eminent luxuries, personal swimming pool, peace and extra space make holidaying experience all the more wonderful. However, staying in Spain luxury villa also require adherence to certain crucial conventions that may not be known to you. A little know-how of Spain luxury villa rental etiquette will make your holidays a pleasurable experience.

A lot many luxury villa owners may allow you to bring a family pet during the stay and others may not. This is because the pets may indulge in damaging the valuables and furniture that are placed inside the villa. They may even harm the walls and paint by urinating on the floor and walls. So, it is better to carry only those pets with you that can be kept inside portable and comfortable container or cage. You may even seek the owner is consent before bringing in the pet. Read the rest of this entry »

The charming Spanish countryside of Granada is one of few places on earth that can create an envious statement because of its beauty and mood that has been on Granada’s side from time before beginning. Granada has recently emerged as one of the favorites Spanish destinations that unveils breathtaking natural views, exquisite Moorish quarters and stunning Gothic places. If you intend to spend only a few days in Spain, then also Granada is a must visit destination. This place with rich history is sandwiched between the Mediterranean Sea and Sierra Nevada, blessing its visitors a great prospect of Sunbath and skiing on the same day.

The Alhambra in Granada boasts of being the candidate for the new Seven Wonders of the World. The Alhambra is actually a grand Moorish fortress that has a spectacular architecture and beautiful gardens. Read the rest of this entry »

Cadiz, close to the province of Seville is yet another jewel of Spain. This coastal city was chosen as an abode by none other than the great voyagers Amerigo Vespucci and Ferdinand Magellan. The city has a very busy harbor and needless to say, a beautiful beach. Cadiz has to its credit the fame of being one of the oldest cities of Europe.

What is so popular about Cadiz?

The purpose of holidaying is to relax and enjoy, enjoy the cool breeze and yet pay less. All these facilities and many more interesting tourist spots are available in Cadiz. Although the summer is hot, the breeze of the sea pushes the temperature down to make you feel cool. Another advantage is that this beach is moderately crowded. So, there is privacy and it is quiet too. In fact UNESCO has declared this as a world heritage. That makes it amply clear how beautiful this place is. Read the rest of this entry »

According to history, Salamanca was a settlement as long back as 1000 to 2000 BC. It was during Christian era that people from different civilizations started to settle down and now it has become a cosmopolitan city. It has all the facilities of a most modern city but it retains many of its beauties so that it would be best reminiscent of the past. This city is located at a distance of about 3 hours drive from Madrid and is just a 1 hour drive from the Portuguese Border.

For tourists:

There is a university started in 1218 which has about 40000 students on roll. This is one of the oldest universities of Europe. The university has a museum of its own with collection of art work several centuries old. With a most imposing campus and the nerve centre of learning, it is certainly a place that should never be missed. In the centre of the city, there is a building which stands firm as a challenge to architects. This building is built using the Villa mayor stone. This is also called Golden Sandstone. Read the rest of this entry »

If you are visiting Spain, do not forget to visit this place. This city is ‘beautiful and splendid’. This city occupies a strategic position for trading. In fact Romans were aware of its potential as the best trading centre to trade in the famous Spanish olive oil, wheat and wine. These were transported to Rome from this city Cordoba. To help the trade and transport of the materials, Romans built a bridge which is now named as ‘El Puente Romano’ bridge. It was during the Christian era that magnificent churches and arches were built. The existing mosque was retained and many beautification works were undertaken.

The city is located on the southern side of Spain. This is a moderate city with an estimated population of about 500000. There are many places of historical importance in and around the city. The city has a Mediterranean climate with temperature going up to 40 degree during summer. Read the rest of this entry »

There is a very big list of places worth visiting in Spain. Every city, province and village in Spain has so many places worth visiting that one will certainly find it extremely difficult to list all of them. A sincere attempt has been made to introduce some of the places worth visiting in Spain.

Alicante:

Romans knew this province as a ‘place of light’. It is one of the most popular towns on the coast line Costa Blanca to the southeast side of Spain. It is a place which has witnessed great industrial strides and at the same time it has retained its glory as an ancient city having a history of about 7000 years. It is also the most spectacular place for enjoying natural beauty. The city has been beautified by widening of roads, setting up more parks, etc. Read the rest of this entry »

Denia village runs along the Costa Blanca. One of the most important beaches, it also connects other beaches like Ibiza and Mallorc through ferry. Denia has many other beaches along its 20 km route. Les Devases is one of the most popular beaches for its golden colored sand. This is one of the ideal places for wind surfing. In fact many surfing games are held here. Les Vovetes and Les Marines are the other important beaches which have small villages with historical buildings. Les Rotes is another beach which is popular for its coves and arches. This beach is considered to be the most ideal place for those who like diving.

Denia has an old castle on the top of the hill which is right behind the city. Just a few minutes’ drive to Gata de Gorgos will be an ideal place to shop. This village is famous for its cane wares, baskets and such other materials. Gudalest is another village located on the top of the hill. This is yet another place for shopping. This rocky city with wide roads and wide steps to go up is popular for leather goods, glassware items and other materials made of clay, etc. Read the rest of this entry »