Spain

Known for its sunny package holidays, the subtropical island of Tenerife hides its unusual things to do in plain sight.

From the shadows of the oldest chocolatería in Madrid to the bright lights at night, we bring you the best churros in Spain’s capital. Out of a sense of duty, obviously.

Enjoy this handpicked collection of unusual things to do in Menorca: a fascinating Balearic island.

Seville ranks as the largest city in Andalusia and the hottest in Europe. And here’s why you should visit.

Welcome to our inside guide on summer in Spain, including all the places you should go and the ones you should avoid.

“Take a photo of him,” she says, her eyes smoky with eyeliner, her words smudging together in the Andalucían way.

I glance up at the head on the wall.

Menorca threw several surprises my way when I visited. Wild flowers, for one, with fields flush with poppies, violets and periwinkles all dancing like hippies in the sun. There were bronze age settlements for another, and olive oil-soaked cheese, cured lovingly by hand and made from milk gathered freshly that morning.

NO8DO, NO8DO, NO8DO.

It’s everywhere in Seville. But what on earth does it mean?

Everything you need to know about shopping in Seville, including where to buy authentic Seville souvenirs

Live like a local in Europe’s hottest city.

It all started with the police check last night.

Torchlight zig-zagged across the car and we huddled in the backseat.

“You are English,” said the policeman. “And yet you say you want…

Plan the perfect trip to northern Spain with our hand crafted San Sebastian itinerary. Includes where to stay, what to see and the ever important Basque pintxos.

Welcome to the complete Spain and Portugal itinerary planner. Enjoy the best of the Iberian peninsula and get ready for your next trip.

Spain in winter offers experiences that most travellers miss. Shrug off the tiring heat of summer and uncover what the Spaniards already know about making the most of the cooler months.

Asturian cuisine pays homage to the forests, mountains and crashing coastline that define the region. Here’s what you need to know about what to eat in Asturias, Spain.

Sunny days, golden sandstone cathedrals, and probably the bluest waters in the world… Welcome to Palma de Mallorca! Make the most of 24 hours in the capital of the Balearics with this guide on how to spend one day in Mallorca

Taste the green side of Spain with this Asturias road trip through the vivid peaks and crashing coast of the north. This itinerary also combines well with a road trip through Galicia.

Looking for the best things to do alone in Barcelona? Enjoy this fabulous city through self-guided tours and some inside local knowledge. 

In the scorching cauldron of Andalucia, the Sierra Nevada mountains rise up to tickle the skies and gather enough snow to cover the peaks for most of the year. Beneath them…

From the best places in Spain for solo travel to our inside tips for solo travel in Spain, this in-depth guide will tell you everything you need to know about going solo in Spain. Vale!

Enjoy these interesting facts about Madrid and learn about the art, history and culture behind one of Europe’s most exciting cities.

Looking for Malaga tips for an upcoming trip? Enjoy this inside Malaga travel guide from our seasoned travel team.

Looking for the best things to do in north Tenerife? Welcome to our inside guide to Tenerife’s north coast.

Wondering how to get off the beaten path in Spain? We have you covered with this collection of secret spots and, perhaps more importantly, strategies to uncover the non-touristy parts of this stunning country.

From the gorgeous to the curious to the oddly confusing, discover and enjoy unusual things to do in Spain.

This Galicia Road Trip winds through rugged coastline, great beaches and fantastic bites to eat. Plus, a secret find. Here’s how to do it yourself…

Looking for the best luxury villas near Barcelona with a private pool? You’re in luck. This wonderful collection awaits

On a spring afternoon, with orange blossom filtering the sunshine, I saw my first one. Looming tall and dressed entirely in black, the hood masked his face before rising upwards to a point above his head. His hands were gloved, the dark robe flowing and two, blinking dark eyes…

Of all the Balearic Islands, Ibiza knows how to party. Or so everyone says. Of course, there’s a lot more to this sizzling Mediterranean island than nightlife. To get to know her better, enjoy these interesting facts about Ibiza.

Everything’s still, save for a breeze so slight it’s invisible until it reaches the window and makes the curtains sigh. I hear railway sounds from another century, a whistle and muted metal clanging, before the landscape of northern Spain picks itself up and learns to glide by.

I’m not used to seeing hedgerows at right angles and beaches with vertical shorelines…