| Spain is a prime destination for tourists from every | | | | Spain has much more to offer if you desire a more |
| country. Visitors from around the world regularly visit | | | | informative outing. Visitors can enjoy the many |
| and return to this lush country. A Spain holiday is a | | | | historical monuments and landmarks during their Spain |
| memorable event that will be cherished for a lifetime. | | | | holiday. Historians have the opportunity to explore a lot |
| One of the greatest factors that make this country so | | | | of this country's history. Many of the most notable |
| popular with visitors is the variety of attractions and | | | | civilizations in history have made their mark in the |
| activities. It is a destination with something for every | | | | Spanish countryside. Guests are welcome to explore |
| member in your family. Amid the many unique | | | | evidences of the Iberians, Phoenicians and Roman |
| attractions are the number of Blue Flag beaches. In | | | | settlements. History buffs can also enjoy the Celtic |
| 2007, Spain received more blue flag awards for the | | | | monuments. Visitors should look for excursions to such |
| quality of their beaches than any other country in | | | | attractions as: |
| Europe. | | | | * Avila |
| The prestigious blue flag is only awarded to beaches | | | | * Puente Viesgo (Cantabria) |
| that maintain a rigorous level of attention to many | | | | * Santillana del Mar (Cantabria) |
| factors. The beach must observe safety and | | | | * Benaojan (Malaga) |
| cleanliness. It is also required to be maintained in an | | | | Each attraction offers a spectacular glimpse into |
| environment friendly manner. Spain's coasts offer | | | | ancient times. The UNESCO, also known as the World |
| 3,000 established beaches. | | | | Heritage Committee, regularly selects important |
| If swimming is not your sport of choice, don't forget the | | | | locations that bear much history. This award promises |
| numerous water sports available. Kayaking, boating, | | | | the area will be protected from the destruction of |
| sailing and windsurfing are popular water activities. The | | | | development. Spain has a list of valuable monuments |
| visitor is also welcome to any of a host of dry land | | | | that will keep visitors intrigued and fascinated. |
| activities. Other sporting activities popular in Spain | | | | Art lovers are also amazed to see the number of |
| include golfing and soccer. Spain also welcomes those | | | | native artists and their contributions to their respective |
| daredevils who want a more thrilling vacation | | | | field. Salvador Dali is a Spanish artist who gained |
| experience. Hot air balloons, parasailing and skydiving | | | | worldwide acclaim for his unique style. Pablo Picasso is |
| excursions are available. The Spanish Grand Prix is a | | | | yet another brilliant artist of Spain. Major art galleries |
| hot spot for catching amazing feats of driving skills. | | | | are available in all major cities. Madrid even offers a |
| The most famous celebration held annually in Spain is | | | | walking tour to highlight their reverence for artistry. |
| the famous Carnival. The city of Tenerife is famed for | | | | Wine tasting excursions are regularly available to many |
| their enthusiastic embrace of this joyful time. Tenerife's | | | | of the numerous vineyards of Spain. These delicious |
| celebration is rumored to be the largest in all of Europe. | | | | outings can last a few hours or an entire day. Guests |
| Each region of Spain has its own distinct variation on | | | | are welcome to join any of the day excursions |
| the festivities. Masquerades, dancing, music, dining and | | | | throughout the countryside. |
| pageants are held from dusk until dawn. Some cities | | | | Spain's unique cuisine is also a highlight for travelers. A |
| prefer to celebrate Carnival with music, while others | | | | wealth of gourmet restaurants have various hours of |
| enjoy wine celebrations and dining on exquisite fare. | | | | operation to suit guests' convenience. |