Spain is a warm and welcoming holiday destination with fantastic food, friendly people and lots more besides. Located in Western Europe on the Iberian Peninsula (which it shares with Italy), Spain also includes the Balaeric and Canary Islands under its jurisdiction. Spain is well known for its sunny, Mediterranean beach resorts, where you can enjoy the sand and sea in areas such as the Costa del Sol, Costa Almeria and Costa Blanca.

Spain also has many vibrant and cosmopolitan cities, such as the capital Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Granada and Valencia. Here you will find great cuisine, and examples of Spain’s rich and treasured architecture and culture. Spain has a grand tradition of art, from Valezquez through to Goya and Picasso, and the world famous Picasso museum is located in Malaga.

Cinema and theatre also thrive in the major cities, and Spanish flamenco dancing and music is ever popular.Spanish is the main language spoken in Spain, but the country has many distinct regions where languages such as Catalan, Gallego and Euskera are spoken. The Euro is the currency and the climate is temperate and warm. Spain is a great destination to visit for its warm Mediterranean climate, lovely beaches and wonderful hospitality. Iberia Airlines is Spain’s national airline, and the country has many international airports.

Why choose Spain?

• Spain is very popular for a wide variety of reasons with the main one being accessibility. Spain is accessible year round from most European countries and can be reached in little more than two hours 30 minutes.
• The Mediterranean climate is also a factor to consider. In winter the weather is still warmer than most European countries bringing hot summers with the occasional breeze.
• The Low cost of living also makes it a very popular choice. Spain still has a lower cost of living than most other holiday destinations