If you’re heading to Spain this summer, and it’s your first time in this sun-drenched European country, you’re probably thinking Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville are great places to start. You’re not wrong: as the capital, Madrid boasts a wealth of world-class museums and stunning architecture. Barcelona, by contrast, is its artsy seaside counterpart, dominated by …

Everyone who seems to know Spain almost exclusively thinks of Barcelona and its Gaudí-built wonders, Madrid for the leafy boulevards lined with Belle époque buildings, and Malaga for the golden-sand beaches, but there’s still plenty they don’t know about the vast, incredibly diverse Iberian country. We’ve already covered extensively lesser-known territories like Basque Country, to the north, …

Come rain or come shine, Spain remains one of the most popular destinations globally. We guess we’re lucky now that spring is finally here and temperatures are rising across much of the sun-drenched Iberian country. This year, it is predicted to welcome over 100 million tourists, who are largely drawn to its sandy Mediterranean beaches, …

In an age when many of us are up in arms against the world’s one-percenters, today we present the two-percenters—an exclusive group of travelers with bragging rights who’ve discovered one of Spain’s last remaining gems. Over 12 million tourists visited Spain’s stunning Andalusia region, home to notable cities such as Malaga, Seville, and Granada, but …

Barcelona may be the most sought-after destination in Spain, with its towering Sagrada Família cathedral, historic Gothic Quarter, and colorful Park Güell, but it’s been actively signaling to tourists they are no longer welcome for some years now: From significant increases in the tourist tax to widespread anti-visitor protests to the extent that some of …

Spain’s jaw-dropping beauty, with beaches extending for miles on, fairytale castles, and ancient cities dating back several millennia, has been extensively documented and reported on over the years, as has its struggle with overtourism. Last year, things seemed to have reached a tipping point in places like Barcelona and the Canary Islands. Mass protests erupted …

Europe’s Train Renaissance is charging ahead at full speed! After $10 trains were launched from Paris to Brussels, and similar low-cost rail journeys were announced between Amsterdam and Berlin, it’s time for yet another historical link to be re-established between two sisterly cities in France and Spain that have had their connection severed for decades. …

We all know Spain for its scenic Mediterranean coast, interspersed with vibrant resort cities and hugged by crystal-clear seas, but if you’ve been to the Iberian country in the past three or four years, you’ve probably noticed how shockingly expensive and busy it’s become. From an average overnight rate of $201 in Barcelona to unsustainable …

lanning a trip to Spain in 2025? We get it – figuring out all the entry requirements and wading through government websites can feel like deciphering a foreign language (even before you get to Spain!). That’s why we’ve created this easy-to-understand guide specifically for American travelers. We’ll skip the legal jargon and give you the …

Train travel in Europe just keeps getting cheaper! After it was announced that, soon enough, travelers will be able to board trains from Amsterdam to Berlin for less than their breakfast combo bill, not to mention ultra-cheap commuting from Paris to Brussels, it’s time for Spain to up its game: After six years in the …

Barcelona, Madrid, and numerous Spanish islands have a new report to thank for getting the figurative monkey off their backs, hyping up an undiscovered destination as Spain’s 2025 hotspot. As Spain has skyrocketed in popularity (much to locals’ chagrin), there’s a lesser-known city with no crowds and timeless marvels waiting to be discovered. Best of …

While you’re likely to be well-familiarized with the likes of Barcelona, Mallorca, and Gran Canaria, we’re pretty sure you haven’t heard of Asturias, or if you did, you promptly brushed it aside as it’s not, you know, your usual beach hotspot. Gross mistake. As it turns out, Asturias is currently one of the fastest-rising Spanish …