Flights to Ibiza arrive at the Ibiza Airport, which is located only 7 km from the center of Ibiza Town. The airport caters to tourists with travel agency desks, tour guides, and duty-free shops, as well as the typical restaurants and cafés. There are banks with ATMs and a bureau de change, and guests have access to a pharmacy, first-aid clinic, and chapel. Passengers arriving on Ibiza flights can hire special taxis or rental cars upon arrival. There …

The medieval town of Pals is located on the Costa Brava, to the east of the city of Girona. 
Situated on top of a hill, overlooking Platja de Pals, this charming town with its cobbled streets, craft shops, traditional restaurants and bars is a great place to visit in Catalonia. The airport just to the south west of Girona is approximately 45 minutes drive. Playa de Pals is situated within a crescent shaped four kilometre bay; it isn t so much a resort …

Sample prices It is always a good idea to budget for a trip so you don’t run out of money. Here are a few sample prices so you have plenty of dosh for your Spanish vacation: Spanish Cordobes hat = €5 Sangria (drink made of red wine, sugar, fruits and ice) = €10 Flamenco show plus drink = €25 Spanish soccer jerseys eg Ronaldinho = from €65 Average room prices = you’ll pay around €15 for a hostel bed, €50 for something mid-range, and €150 and upward …

Coca Castle is unique among Spanish castles: It has only three sides since it is built into a hillside that provides a defense from invaders who attack from the rear. Coca Castle also is unique because its architecture was influenced by the Moors though it was built by Christians in the mid-15th century .Much of the castle’s interior was destroyed in the last century, but the exterior still retains Moorish touches, such as the turrets. Coca Castle …

A few miles away from the bustling beaches of Malaga on the Costa del Sol is Nerja, a charming coastal destination located at the foothills of the Sierra Almijara Mountain Range. Once a traditional fishing village, Nerja has grown to be top tourist destination in Spain, but it retains an authentic Spanish atmosphere. For spectacular views over the water, head to Nerja’s Balcony of Europe, where you can look down at the sea at the site of an ancient …

• Comments Off If you are in Spain at the end of October, you will get the opportunity to celebrate a very unique holiday with a fascinating heritage… the Day of the Dead… ‘Dia de Muertos’ is a holiday that originated in Mexico 3 years ago when the Aztecs held annual ceremonies to honour deceased loved ones and celebrate the return of their spirits. The Spanish conquering of the Empire in the 1500s brought the Catholic element to the holiday in the …

Looking to explore the beauty that is Spain? The AVE is a high speed train in Spain that allows travelers to experience all that the illustrious region has to offer. Plan on breathing the fresh air of Madrid, Seville, Malaga, Barcelona and Valencia. Effortlessly travel by train from Madrid to Barcelona or Madrid to Seville inside one of the window-lined, high-tech AVE cars. Known for its speed, reasonable fares and flexible schedules, the AVE train …

Sarah Lilley is a student at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and was an ISA Featured Blogger. She studied abroad with ISA in Malaga, Spain. For me, the most overwhelming part about studying abroad is the culture shock. I have a unique experience in which I’m not in class […] Hannah Baird is a student at Wright State University and an ISA Featured Blogger. She studied abroad with ISA in Malaga, Spain. As my time in Málaga, Spain, comes to …

This paradisiac group of islands, which enjoys a wonderful climate with a constant mild temperature through all the year and splendid beaches of fine sand, consists of 7 larger islands (Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro) and a few smaller ones (Alegranza, Graciosa, Montaña Clara, Roque del Este, Roque del Oeste and Lobos). Surprisingly, the landscape of each of the major islands is radically different …

Founded in 1981 and administered by Smith and Wellesley Colleges, PRESHCO (Programa de Estudios Hispánicos en Córdoba) offers program courses and direct enrollment options at the University of Córdoba in Spain. It is a program especially designed for students from Liberal Arts Colleges but welcomes students from any school in the U.S. PRESHCO is committed to high academic standards and to providing opportunities for you to develop your knowledge of …

615 Reviews Address: Gala-Salvador Dalí Square, 5, Figueres, Spain Hours: Times and days change seasonally; check official site for details Admission: Adults: €11 The small coastal town of Figueres, just north of Barcelona, is known for only one thing - Salvador Dalí. Though the artisit s fame brought him to more glamorous parts of Spain, near the end of his career, Dalí returned to his hometown to began building his greatest masterpiece. The Dalí …

Visit Sitges: All the information you need about Sitges. Not only for residents but also for casual visitors, people interested in moving to Sitges, residents of surrounding towns or indeed anyone with an interest in Sitges. Information covers cultural activities, festivals, social activities, bureaucratic procedures, schooling, leisure activities, associations, special offers, transport, shops, parking and a large etc. We offer information and answers …

Seventeen guest speakers addressed an audience of representatives from many Animal Welfare Associations at the three day National Animal Welfare Conference, PAES, held in Los Alcázares, Murcia October 16th through 18th. They had been gathered together by three Associations - Cruz Azul, ACTIN Spain (Animal Care Treatment International Network) and SAS (San Animal Santuario) - for the purpose of finding synergy with others concerned about animal treatment …

Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Palma de Mallorca Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional Boat Ride or Bellver Castle Entry The nearest stop to the cruise port is Stop 12. However, you may board the bus at any one of the 16 stops around the city. Palma de Mallorca, the capital of the island of Mallorca, which is famous for its beaches and beautiful sea, has a beautiful historic quarter, deeply marked by history. The cathedral, the Palace of Almudaina …

I always tell people that the best paella you find in your mother’s (or mother-in-law’s) house. However, should you not be so fortunate to have a Valencian mother-in-law, I also very much enjoy the paella at L’Estimat on the Malvarrosa city beach, or at Nou Racó next to the Albufera lake south of the city (where the special paella rice is grown!). 3. What do you think is the most beautiful spot in Valencia? Where’s the best view? For the Valencia …