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Monchique is a small town located amidst the highest mountains of the Algarve. The views from the Fóia peak are breathtaking, with houses surrounded by lush...
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In a sea of beaches, grottoes, and sandstone cliffs, stands Lagos, one of the most beautiful towns on the Algarve coastline. Around 22,000 people live in this...
Lagoa is a town and municipality in the Algarve known for its beautiful coastline. Its pristine beaches are among the best in the world, and its sea
Let Iberian Escapes show you the very best of the Catalan capital - from specialist art tours, to private chefs and helicopter joy rides over the Costa Brava.
Managing a tourist apartment in Barcelona needn’t be complicated. We can expertly manage your Barcelona rental property by offering the following services
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Let Iberian Escapes help you say ‘I do’ in the Catalan Capital. Many foreigners choose Barcelona to celebrate their wedding. And who can blame them?...
Iberian Escapes can organise all sorts of yacht charter in Barcelona.
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Feeling a little heavy after all that great tapas and wine you have been indulging in on your Barcelona holiday? Don’t despair. Keeping fit in Barcelona...
Feeling the urge for a friendly volley or two? Tennis in Barcelona has been a hugely popular game long before Rafa Nadal became one of the most respected and...
Catalonia is the perfect destination for culture vultures – this is the birthplace of Miró, Dalí and Gaudí after all. The city’s Picasso Museum exists due to...
With wide, open beaches, a river that has been converted to urban parkland, gyms and public pools, it’s never a problem keeping up with your exercise regime in
Portimão is one of the largest cities in the Algarve. The city sits between the Alvor estuary and the Arade River, boasting an incredible set of beaches...
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Albufeira is Algarve’s beach haven. Stretching 30km along the coastline, the city has more than a handful of beaches. Some are wide open with long stretches of
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Loulé is a city of contrasts, where mountains meet the ocean and old monuments blend in with modern buildings. Over 70.000 people live in Loulé’s municipality
There’s more to the Algarve than just beaches. The mountain villages of Salir and Alte show a different side of this amazing region, one that is made up of
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Deep in the Atlantic ocean near the north African coast, you’ll find the Canary Islands. This Spanish archipelago is home to eight islands, all...
La Gomera is the second smallest of the main islands of the Canaries. It is one of the wildest corners of the chain, with nature taking over every corner...
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Only 100km off the coast of Africa, Fuerteventura is a stunning Canary Island renowned for its paradisical beaches. Being close to Africa means the weather is...
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Lanzarote is a protected biosphere reserve in the Canaries. The island is famous for its surreal landscape, which encompasses beaches, lava fields and badlands
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Tenerife is the most popular island in the Canaries, welcoming over six million visitors annually. White sandy beaches and all-inclusive resorts dot the coast..
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La Palma is home to one of the largest volcanoes in Spain, the Cumbre Vieja. Its last eruption in 2021 damaged much of the island’s landscape, but it is slowly
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Gran Canaria is one of the most popular islands in the Canaries, following Tenerife. Almost half of the population of the archipelago lives around here...
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El Hierro may be one of the smallest islands in the Canaries, but it is filled with remarkable attractions. Within its 280 square kilometres, you’ll find...
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Founded in 25 BC, Mérida holds some of Spain's most iconic Roman ruins. The capital of Extremadura was once part of a Roman outpost known as Emerita Augusta...
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Set amidst the hills of Castilla-La Mancha province is Ciudad Real. The city is located along the high-speed train route that connects Madrid and Seville...
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Facing the River Henares, Guadalajara has been occupied since the Roman era. During the 12th century, Alfonso VII offered a charter to the city, increasing...
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Standing on the banks of the Tagus river, Toledo is one of the most picturesque cities in Spain. It's often called the 'city of the three cultures' as Christian
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In the heart of Castilla–La Mancha lies Albacete, the region’s biggest city. It has been occupied since prehistoric times, but the first written references...
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Valladolid is a small and vibrant city a few miles north of the capital of Madrid. It is part of the Castile and León region and is famous for its impressive...
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Badajoz may not be the most scenic of cities in the Extremadura region, but it’s worth the detour if you’re travelling through southwest Spain. A stroll...
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The Region of Murcia may not get as many visitors as neighbouring Andalucia and Valencia, but this area has a lot going for it. From the pristine beaches along...
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Pico is the second-largest island of the Azores. It’s hard to miss the distinctive Montanha do Pico looming 2351m high in the distance. The island’s volcanic or
São Jorge is a long and slender island with some of the most dramatic landscapes of the Azores. This central island is home to rugged cliffs, stunning mountain
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Madrid boasts a wide variety of leisure activities and is a popular city break destination. Apart from the city’s thrilling nightlife, there are many things...
You would be hard pressed to find a city with better art museums than Madrid. Paris and Amsterdam are certainly contenders, but Madrid holds its own with the...
If you fancy breaking a sweat while visiting one of Europe’s most dynamic and exciting cities, then Madrid offers many options. Spain’s capital ranks among...
The Spanish capital has some of the best private chefs in the world. Here are just a few examples of the excellent private chefs available in Madrid...
If you’re looking for an unforgettable wedding destination, Madrid is the best of all worlds. The vibrant and beautiful city offers a perfect mix of modernity
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If you want to add a considerable dose of glamour to your Madrid tip, consider renting a private jet. In addition to being the most luxurious way to travel...