Twenty things that will shock first-time visitors to Spain
No one speaks English, it's amazingly cheap and Barcelona's not that dodgy.
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Things to do in Madrid: Three-minute guide
Madrid is a mix of old and new; high culture and fun.
A remarkable chance to rummage among the workings of a great cathedral
The secrets of a cathedral are revealed from the top down.
One of only two hotels in Bilbao with views of the Guggenheim
The first thing I do is throw open a window and lean out to check the view: yes, there it is.
Why your bucket list destination has probably been ruined
There's a popular theory that you should never meet your heroes, should they not live up to your expectations.
Airline review: You don't expect great things from this airline, and it delivers
When the basics are all you need: on time arrival, efficient check-in and professional staff.
An 800-year-old Spanish farmers market is keeping it real
Ancient Basque culture springs to life each Saturday in Tolosa as farmers sell their cheese, meat and vegetables like they have for centuries.
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Incredible art is placed front and centre on the Spanish stage, with architecture born from rebellious and creative spirits such as Dali, Picasso and Gaudi. Throw Roman ruins, Islamic architecture and gothic cathedrals into the mix, and you have an enthralling destination. Cities are linked by diverse landscapes; mountain ranges, Mediterranean coastlines, and rustic villages that cling to dusty hilltops, not to mention the food... oh the food.
