Archive for 'Must See Attractions in Spain'

Pretty, peaceful, and boasting a pleasantly mild micro-climate, the city of Altea on the Costa Blanca is one of the most idyllic spots for a vacation in this beloved part of Spain. With an economy largely dedicated to tourism, Altea has been a hotspot for visitors since the 1950s when its gorgeous beaches, wonderful weather, and picturesque town made up of little streets snaking through whitewashed buildings first began to draw crowds in larger numbers. Now long established as a perfect place to holiday, the city has a lot to offer those who find a vacation rental in Altea. Read on to discover all there is to see and do in this agreeable and welcoming gem of a city in Spain...

Though few people will need to be convinced of the beauty and charms of Barcelona as it is well known as a stunning, culturally-rich beachside city with a major football stadium and a highly cosmopolitan selection of incredible bars and restaurants and cafes, the recent influx of visitors who spent time in the city for the return of the incredibly popular and cool Primavera music festival reminded many of us of just how appealing a holiday destination it is. Find your vacation rental in Barcelona now and come discover it all for yourself or maybe even look ahead to next year’s edition of Primavera and beat the crowds by sorting out your accommodation now while the best of the best of our holiday rentals in the area all still have great availability. When you get there, here is our guide to some of the chicest and coolest places to eat, drink, shop, and hang out while you are in the city...

A villa in Valencia is just the thing for those looking to plan a perfect sun holiday in Spain or an idyllic sun-drenched getaway, in general. However, while the beaches and seaside resorts and party towns of Valencia are famous around the globe and present many brilliant reasons to plan a vacation in the area, there is much more to the region. Steeped in history that stretches back millennia, with reminders and leftovers dotted throughout the rich cultural heritage of the region from the various peoples who have lived there at various points throughout the centuries (including the Celts, Romans, Moors, and more), there are endless fascinating tourist attractions to visit. From extravagant palaces to lush parks, elaborate fountains to pretty churches, and architectural gems to incredible galleries, culture vultures who find a villa in Valencia will quickly realise that there is plenty to enrich the mind and lots of stunning places to nip into for a few hours and shelter from the hottest part of the day. Among such tourist attractions, one that is an absolute must for art-lovers, in particular, is the Museu de Belles Arts de València, or the Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia, in the city of Valencia.

Those who like to eat well will probably already be considering a vacation rental in Barcelona as the city boasts an array of incredible culinary experiences but chocolate-lovers, in particular, should make a point of paying a visit to one specific attraction while in town: the chocolate museum! The Barcelona Chocolate Museum, or Museu de la Xocolata, or Museo del Chocolate, is a unique private museum that boasts a truly fascinating and delicious collection! Made up of incredibly elaborate chocolate sculptures that will tempt visitors from behind glass cases, various different tools and machines that have been used to make chocolate in the city throughout the ages, and all sorts of information about the history of chocolate and chocolate production, there is plenty to see and learn. However, fear not, that is not all there is to the museum and there are some more hands-on opportunities so that you can actually enjoy a taste of some of the incredible wealth of delicious things all around you rather than merely suffering at the sight of them. An absolute must for the discerning foodie with a sweet tooth on vacation in Barcelona, this museum is a wonderful place that people of all ages and any kids in your party, in particular, can enjoy!

Those who love architecture will not need to be told that a vacation rental in Barcelona and time spent exploring all that the city has to offer is a must at some point in your life, a major item to tick off the bucket list. And, of course, traces of Gaudi can famously be found all over the city. However, his are not the only architectural gems to be discovered while on holiday in Catalonia. There are many others, some dating back hundreds and hundreds of years and some much more recent additions. However, if you have an interest in architecture and you plan on coming to see Barcelona, then one of the key attractions to make sure you set aside some time for is Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and Lilly Reich’s Barcelona Pavilion.