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Spain

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For thousands of years Spain was one of Europe’s leading cultural centres, it now ranks third on the list of countries with the most Unesco World Heritage Sites. Occupying 85% of Europe’s strategically important Iberian Peninsula, Spain is a stunning showcase of the legacies from Carthaginians and Romans who fought over it, the Arabs who conquered it and Catholic Monarchs who recovered it and made Spain into the most powerful empire in the world. Though the 20th century saw Spanish civil war, the country escaped the destruction wrought by the wars that raged throughout Europe. Today Spain’s historic towns and cities are extraordinary living museums with castles and palaces from its Moorish past, striking Gothic cathedrals and great mosques standing alongside fantastic modernist monuments from the creative spirits of Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso and Antoni Gaudí.

It was Spain’s popular Mediterranean coast that made the country a holiday hotspot, yet it has a beautiful and diverse landscape. The rugged mountains of the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada, lush plains of the Rioja, wetlands of the Doñana National Park and Cabo de Gata, the only desert in Mainland Europe where the hills that drop down to the coast are long extinct volcanoes.

Andalusia, with its pretty, white-washed, hilltop villages, is often referred to as the heart of Spain for it is the cradle of bullfighting and embraces the traditions of tapas, fiesta and flamenco. A cruise on the River Guadalquivir is a chance to discover the richest of Spanish heritage.

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Take an indulgent bridge holiday at the luxurious, adults-only La Quinta Menorca by Portblue Boutique, with its first-class facilities and service.

  • 7 or 14 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers from Mahon Airport
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 2 weekly seminars
  • Welcome drink and canapés

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Spain Highlights


Experience the Mediterranean with Arena Travel. Spain attracts thousands of visitors every year and it is no mystery why; its major cities are packed full of Gothic and Renaissance architecture, religious art, and iconic monuments. Visually, Spain is stunning, and its passionate people will make you want to come back again and again. 

From beautiful Seville to the wonderful city of Barcelona, Spain welcomes those looking to explore some of the oldest history in Europe. Renowned worldwide for its architectural ambition and works of art, discover sensational destinations brimming with iconic masterpieces – from Burgos to Figueres, there’s unique artistic heritage to unearth. 

For spectacular scenery and mountainous landscapes – neither of which are in short supply – soak up the scenery by rail as you journey through the Pyrenees and the Costa Brava. Or, for those searching for Bridge holidays, our tours taking in Majorca and the Costa Calida offer the perfect blend of time to explore with Bridge afternoons and seminars. And for those searching for a place to express their creativity, our Stitchtopia tours to Sitges and Andalusia will be a perfect fit.


Experiences just for you

Browse key sights and the popular tours you can see them on.

  • Visit Seville, the capital of AndalusiaView Tour
  • Explore the mountaintop city of Ronda that sits dramatically above a deep gorge View Tour
  • Visit La Seu, the city’s splendid Gothic cathedralView Tour
  • Admire Girona's Jewish Quarter - one of the best preserved in the worldView Tour
  • Explore Valldemossa, a picturesque town in the Tramuntana MountainsView Tour

Local Information

  • Capital Madrid
  • Language Spanish
  • Currency Euro 
  • Tip 15%
  • Time Zone GMT +1 
  • Electricity Type C& F Two Pin (230V)

Must See

Visit UNESCO world heritage sites, including the magnificent Mezquita, and the winding streets of Córdoba’s historic city centre

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Key Destinations

Spain by rail

Journeying through Spain via a comfortable, cool train carriage will make the experience all the more enjoyable, with the additional bonus of being able to see all the glorious Spanish scenery stretch itself across your window.

 


One of the country’s most iconic rail journeys can be had on the Nuria Valley Railway. It is the only means of transport that accesses the valley. 


Fantastic cities

From its capital, Madrid, to the wonderful city of Barcelona, Spain’s appeal stretches from those looking for a busy night in the city centre, to those looking to explore some of the oldest history in Europe. Its cities have everything you would expect from a bustling, energetic hotbed of activity, but with a Spanish twist to make them even more exciting.

Food and drink

Spanish cuisine differs depending on the region: coastal regions are heavily fond of rice and fresh fish, with paella as the archetypal dish. Central and Atlantic regions, however, are well versed in garlic- and cheese-based dishes. Spanish beer is pleasantly light, while their sangria is the perfect beverage for a day spent in the sun. The Spanish have a particularly quirky eating habit in that they like to eat late at night; make sure you venture out for a midnight supper while you are in Spain.

Rich cultural history

Spain is world-renowned for its architectural ambition, and the country is peppered with beautiful and historically significant cathedrals, castles and monuments. Music and dance are highly valued in the Spanish culture, and many festivals are celebrated throughout the year — any excuse for a song and a dance!