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Art-lovers will always find great works of art to admire if they book a villa in Spain, almost anywhere in the country – from famous and historic galleries displaying art from throughout history like the Prado in Madrid, to museums dedicated to one iconic and beloved artist like the one for Salvador Dalí in his home-town of Figueres, to churches filled with painted and sculpted masterpieces, to the astounding architectural gems dotting the streets in the likes of Barcelona. Of course, there are also temporary exhibitions, special events, and other art events that make particular times and destinations especially appealing for the art fan considering a vacation in Spain.

This year, for example, is a great time for those who love the work of Joan Miró to book a holiday rental in Catalonia and visit Barcelona as the fifty-year anniversary of the Joan Miró Foundation sees this already fascinating gallery play host to a whole year of special events celebrating this great artist...

If you love classical, historical, and traditional music as well as a scenic setting and a seaside vacation, then we have the perfect destination for a holiday in Spain: Peñíscola. This charming town, located along the Costa del Azahar in Valencia, is overlooked by its ancient castle fortress and is fronted by a long sandy beach. During the day in the summer months, it bustles with tourists and beach-goers and, by night in August, the air is filled with the sound of Baroque tunes that drift down from concerts at the castle. To attend one of these magical events for yourself and to explore all that this gem of a town has to offer, book one of our villas in Peñíscola.

The port city of Tarragona is already a rather magical place that boasts truly beautiful beaches, a rather romantic crumbling Roman amphitheatre overlooking the Mediterranean, a walled medieval centre that almost appears frozen in time, and more. Furthermore, the city in its totality has also been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Incredibly elegant and picturesque and steeped in history, a vacation rental in Tarragona and a stay in the city have all of the ingredients necessary for perfect seaside getaway in Spain.

Of course, with all of this, you likely won’t need any more convincing to book a villa in Tarragona for your vacation in Spain but if you are looking for a serious cherry on top and you happen to be interested in the art of illusionism, then be sure to plan your trip for this April. Each year, throughout almost the entire month, Tarragona is taken over by magic for the month of April as it hosts the Teatre Màgic International Magic Festival. With performances by some of the biggest names in magic globally and some of the best magic shows on offer today, this is something that both the casual fan and serious enthusiast can enjoy. Know nothing at all about this world? Well, it’s a great way to dip your toe in for the first time.

Each country has its own Christmas traditions when it comes to foods, celebrations, gifts, activities, and more. In Spain, there are some rather unique festive traditions including Catalonia’s Tió de Nadal or Caga Tió (the, “Pooing Log,”), a small log painted with a face that is cared for by children throughout December before being beaten with sticks and pulling back the blanket over it to reveal a stash of small gifts and sweets on Christmas Eve or Day. 

This somewhat odd but charming tradition is certainly one that those spending Christmas on vacation in Spain might enjoy engaging with but more people still might want to add to their luck of already being on holiday in Spain. Make it a Christmas to remember by getting away to a villa in Spain and then join locals by entering the Christmas lotto – maybe you’ll even get to extend the vacation!

Are you in dire need of a vacation? Have you been picturing a perfect getaway this summer, somewhere warm, with pretty surroundings, maybe not far from the sea, boasting a private pool, and offering plush and peaceful interiors? These sound like all of the ingredients necessary for a relaxing vacation and we happen to have a dream curation of villas in Spain that tick all of these boxes! Each with some availability for summer 2024, these gems are the ideal options if you’ve left it to the last minute and are now looking to plan the vacation of your dreams. So, don’t wait a second longer! Check out our picks of four of our best holiday rentals in Spain for a getaway this season and book your picture-perfect escape ASAP...