Archive for 'Must See Attractions in Spain'

Andalusia is one of Spain's most popular tourist areas, which is understandable given its incredible beauty and endless attractions. Seen as the, “mother,” of Spanish traditions, it is where towns like Granada positively burst with the elements like Flamenco and bullfighting that have become so synonymous with the country's cultural heritage. Andalusia also boasts a varied and gorgeous landscape and scenery, incredible golden beaches, excellent weather throughout the year, great ski resorts, perfect spots for surfing, wonderful hiking routes, and more. While the cities of Seville and Granada are most famous, however, if you have found a villa in Andalusia and are looking to plan some day trips and outings, we would urge you not to miss out on the charming town of Córdoba, particularly if you are visiting during the spring. One of the oldest towns in Europe, it has an exceptionally pretty Old Town and is a picturesque gem bursting with culture and character and with the scent of flowers.

Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands and, like the other islands, was created by volcanic activity. As a result, the natural beaches of this beloved sun holiday destination are largely small strips of black sand. Striking and fascinating as these beaches are, if you have been thinking about a holiday in Tenerife and are browsing our villas in Tenerife, then we recommend spending some time on the picture-perfect Playa de Las Teresitas. This artificial tourist beach has been carefully designed as a little slice of paradise and is the ideal place to stake out a spot, leave your daily concerns far behind, soak up the sun, and relax in the most beautiful of surroundings.

As one of Spain and Europe's most vibrant and exciting cultural hotspots, the city of Barcelona is on many a bucket list and for good reason. In addition to being home to some great beaches, a major football stadium, excellent restaurants and bars, a vibrant nightlife, plenty of places for retail therapy, and more, it is a city that is home to some incredible museums and some of the world's most remarkable architectural gems, most notably those by Antoni Gaudí. Wandering the streets of Barcelona and taking in some of that beloved architect's most iconic buildings is a free, readily accessible, and rewarding activity for anyone who has found a vacation rental in Barcelona and is spending time in the city but will be utterly exhilarating for architecture enthusiasts.

However, in addition to merely admiring the views of buildings from the streets and visiting those that are open to the public, those who have come to the city that was so marked by the work of Gaudí and who are particularly interested in his life and career, should definitely set aside some time to go and visit the Gaudí House-Museum to get a fuller picture of the man and his iconic designs. Located within the beloved Park Güell, this historic home museum was Gaudí's residence for almost twenty years, from 1906 until the end of 1925. In 1963, it was opened to the public as a museum and showcases a collection of furniture and objects designed by Gaudí.

Cave systems around the world are always fascinating, otherworldly attractions that are always worth seeing but some are more impressive or evocative than others. One of the most magical cave systems that you could ever hope to visit, one that really does seem as if you have been transported to some underworld from myth and legend, is the Cuevas del Drach, or Drach Caves, in Mallorca. Just one of the many incredible natural gems to uncover and discover in the remarkable and breathtaking landscape of this paradise on earth, if you're interested in pretty surroundings, outdoor pursuits, and adventure (subterranean or otherwise), then browse our vacation rentals in Mallorca and get planning your next getaway to this magical island.

The Cuevas del Drach comprise four different caves that are called the Black Cave, White Cave, Cave of Luis Salvador, and Cave of the French and are located in the municipality of Manacor, near the locality of Porto Cristo. Formed by water being forced through the entrance from the Mediterranean Sea, the caves are thought to date back to the Miocene Epoch, some 5 to 23 million years ago. They are, without a doubt, one of the island’s main tourist attractions and are truly staggering in scale, with a horizontal extension of about 1,200m and a maximum depth of 25m below ground level, and they also contain a large underground lake, Lake Martel (115m in length by 30m in width), that is considered one of the largest underground lakes in the entire world.

The island of Mallorca is a famous paradise on earth and is one of those places where you can head off on a drive, without any plans or destination in mind, and stumble upon the most exceptionally beautiful sights that you could ever hope to see in life. However, if you have found a vacation rental in Mallorca and are looking for one particularly exceptionally scenic spot then we highly recommend a visit to the Cap de Formentor.

Located on the eastern end of the Formentor Peninsula, on the northernmost point of Mallorca, the Cap de Formentor is made up of dramatically winding roads cutting through picturesque landscapes along the coastline that is comprised of rugged cliffs and rock formations jutting out into jewel-toned seas, endless skies, and lush greenery, all perfectly capped by a striking lighthouse at the end of the peninsula. A popular route and focal point for those driving for pleasure along the stunning coast of Mallorca and for those cycling around the most scenic roads on the island, it is also an area with lots of excellent hiking trails, climbing options, photo spots, coves and beaches, and wonderful points from which to take in the sunset over this majestically beautiful landscape.