Iberian Escapes blog providing updates on travel, events, property and our business. Please subscribe to our RSS feed.
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Gran Canaria, Spain - 5-day itinerary "
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in El Hierro, Spain - 3-day itinerary "
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Mérida, Spain - 1-day itinerary"
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Ciudad Real, Spain - 1-day itinerary "
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Guadalajara, Spain - 1-day itinerary "
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
Continue reading "Things to do in Toledo, Spain - 2-day itinerary "
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Albacete, Spain - 1-day itinerary "
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Valladolid, Spain - 2-day itinerary"
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Badajoz, Spain - 1-day itinerary "
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...
Continue reading "Things to do in Murcia, Spain - 3 days itinerary"
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
Continue reading "Things to do in São Jorge Island, Azores: 4-day itinerary"
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
Continue reading "Madrid Weddings, Madrid Wedding Venues and Planning"
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...
Over the past few years, tennis has surged in popularity among Madrid locals. This is thanks, in large part, to the success of Rafael Nadal. The Spaniard is...
Often overlooked by the larger Azorean islands, Graciosa is well worth a visit. This central island hides many fascinating attractions, from dramatic volcanic
Continue reading "Things to do in Graciosa, Azores: 3-day itinerary"
Terceira is one of the most beautiful islands in the Azores and one of the easiest to access, alongside São Miguel. Its capital, Angra do Heroísmo, was the...
Continue reading "Things to do in Terceira, Azores Islands: 5-day Itinerary"
Of all the islands in the Azores, Santa Maria was the first one to emerge. Traces of its volcanic past are still visible in places like Pedreira do Campo and...
Continue reading "Things to do in Santa Maria, Azores: 3-day Itinerary"
Welcome to the largest island in the Azores. It’s hard not to fall for São Miguel, with its turquoise lakes, hot thermal pools, and nature trails...
Continue reading "Things to do in São Miguel Island, Azores: 5-day Itinerary"
Menorca feels like the quiet sister of Ibiza and Majorca, with its low-key atmosphere and rural setting. You’ll still find all of those paradisiacal beaches ...
Continue reading "Things to do in Menorca, Spain: 3-day itinerary"
Mountain peaks, ancient castles, pristine beaches and hidden lakes — you’ll find it all in Majorca, the largest of the Balearic islands.
Continue reading "Things to do in Majorca, Spain: 5-day itinerary"
There’s just something about Ibiza. The nightlife, the warming sunshine, and the white sandy beaches all add to the vibrant atmosphere of this place. Ibiza is
Continue reading "Things to do in Ibiza, Spain: 5-day itinerary"
There are many reasons to visit Madrid. Some come for its stellar art museums. Others can’t get enough of the delicious tapas and non-stop partying. This is a
Continue reading "Things to do in Madrid, Spain: 4-day itinerary"
It’s easy to fly directly to Barcelona or Valencia. However, if you want to explore the smaller villages and vineyards amid the countryside, there’s nothing...
With its majestic architecture, lively food markets and sandy beaches, it’s easy to see the allure of Barcelona. Many artists have found inspiration here..
Continue reading "Things to do in Barcelona, Spain: 4-day itinerary"
Most people that travel to Spain end up in the south enjoying the sun-drenched beaches of Costa del Sol and the Moorish heritage of Andalucia, or in the big
At first sight, San Sebastián might look like any other beach town in Spain. But this coastal paradise in the Basque Country has made headlines in the culinary
Continue reading "Michelin-Star Restaurants in San Sebastián for 2021"
Santiago de Compostela is an iconic city in the north of Spain. Besides being the capital of Galicia, one of the many autonomous Spanish regions, it’s the final
Continue reading "Things to do in Santiago de Compostela, Spain"
In the North of Spain, there’s a small region called La Rioja. The Rioja wine is produced here, but the denomination of origin is much wider, with more than 500
Bilbao is the biggest city in the Basque Country and the perfect starting point for a tour of Northern Spain. This former industrial metropolis has transformed
Continue reading "Things to do in Bilbao, Spain: 3-day itinerary"
Vitoria-Gasteiz is often overshadowed by the bigger Basque cities like Bilbao and San Sebastián, but this charming city is in fact the official capital of the
Facing the Cantabrian Sea, is Santander, the capital of Cantabria. This modern coastal city attracts many Spaniards in the summer, but it’s often missed by ...
Framed by beaches and lush hills Gijón is the largest city in Asturias. Once famous for its industrial background, the city has since reinvented itself with...
Part of the Cantabrian Mountains, Picos de Europa is an extensive mountain range that stretches for about 20km in northern Spain. These peaks, located in...
Travelling on the El Transcantábrico train is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Imagine spending a week in a five-star hotel, except this one operates on a rail.
Enjoy a slow-paced journey through the North of Spain with the Feve trains. Often hidden from railway maps, these trains run through narrow-gauge lines that
Continue reading "Slow Train Travel in Northern Spain: Narrow-Gauge Railways"
A Coruña is a cultural city that occupies a significant amount of the Galician coast in the north of Spain. Besides the lively food scene and cultural sights,