Finding the best Spain travel deals is an important consideration for many people when planning a vacation to the country.  Spain is an exciting and varied place, and you will undoubtedly want to take cost into account so that you can enjoy as much of the country as possible for your money.  This blog will strive to offer you a wide assortment of the best travel deals and tips to make your Spanish holiday the best it can be.

We will cover things like, getting to the country and traveling around at a reasonable cost, finding attractive but affordable accommodation at a wide variety of levels, and getting the best deals for seeing some of Spain’s most popular attractions and events.

Another goal of this site will be to bring you information about as much of what Spain has to offer as possible.  Clearly, the interests and intentions of travelers vary quite a bit.  It is with this in mind that this blog is being created.  It will be designed to serve a a reference for travelers with many different interests to learn more about the sights and amenities available in Spain, while hopefully discovering some great Spain travel deals in the process.

Are you a beach lover?  Spain has some beautiful coastlines, offering good opportunities for surfing or just enjoying the sun.  It’s possible to find some good seaside accommodation at a reasonable price if you know where to look.  We will be discussing some of these options with you in the future.

Perhaps you are a history buff or art lover.  If so, you will find that Spain is home to some amazing cathedrals and other historic sites.  It has also been home to some of the world’s most famous artists, and as a consequence, the country has some fine museums that are not to be missed by the art patron.

If you’re interested in trying out some authentic Spanish cuisine, there are countless options available within a wide price range.  Whether you are looking for a good seafood meal, or you’d like to try out some tapas at a local bar, Spain has something to offer you.  I hope you will come back to this site soon, as I will be adding a lot of new content to help you find some good Spain travel deals that will save you money on anything you might want to do during your vacation.

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Another of the more famous Spain landmarks that will be of interest to historians is the Torre del Oro, or Tower of Gold in Seville.  As you can see from the picture, the tower is not actually gold in color, leading to much speculation about the origins of its name.  Nevertheless, the structure remains an impressive and historically significant landmark.

Torre del Oro was constructed during the 13 century and has served numerous purposes. For a time, it was a prison.  It has also been an observation point to ensure the security of the area.  Access to a river adjacent to the tower was restricted by means of a metal chain that was connected from the structure, to another structure that once stood on the river’s opposite bank.  Today the tower is an historic landmark and noted tourist attraction.

Inside is a naval museum, and an interesting collection of historical documents and artifacts.  If you are planning a trip to southern Spain, and are interested in its military and local history, you’ll enjoy a visit to Torre del Oro.

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Fortunately, there is a solution.  You’re mobile device can now help you find your way to tourist attractions and the like while you’re visiting Spain.  A number of smart phones, and in particular the iPhone, now allow you to load tourist maps and other useful travel applications onto them.

For example, Lonely Planet offers a Barcelona guide for the iPhone that includes maps, photos of popular tourist sites, and reviews of many key points of interest among other things.  It’s almost like carrying an entire print guidebook with you in your pocket.  Of course, we all carry are mobile phones with us regularly anyway, so having this tourist guide creates no extra bother.

If you want to check out Lonely Planet’s Barcelona app, just head to the iTunes store.  At a price of $5.99, its well worth it for all the information you get.  Don’t  forget, I mentioned earlier that there are many other useful travel apps out there as well with more being added all the time.  Check out the app store for your brand of smart phone, and see if you can find some helpful programs for your next trip.

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Some of the top tourist attractions in Spain are its beautiful temples and cathedrals.  With a deep religious history, including heavy influence influence from both Christians and Muslims, faith has played a key tole in the shaping of Spain and its culture.

Luckily for us, many of Spain’s most striking places of worship, have been well maintained, and remain attractive tourist sites today.  Leon’s Cathedral of Santa Maria de Regala, is one such place.  Construction of this magnificent Gothic cathedral begin in the 13th century.  As striking as this structure appears from the outside it is even more beautiful inside due to the unique lighting affects caused by its imposingly large windows.

Also highly impressive is the chapel which houses the ornate tomb of Ordono II, former King of Galicia and Leon.  There are some unique museum exhibits within the cathedral as well.  In short, any tourist to Spain with an interest in the religious history of the country should not miss this Leon attraction.

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Of all the famous tourist attractions in Spain, I am personally partial to the many historical sites. Those who have been reading this blog for some time will know this already, as I frequently discuss the rich history of the country in my postings. One such such article that I wrote back in November concerned Loarre castle in Huesca Provence. This fortress complex near Madrid is an amazing site that I’m sure many of you would enjoy visiting.

Now, as I said, I have already written about the castle at some length, so if you want to learn more about it, I highly recommend taking a look at that post. I have come back to the topic of this particular tourist site today because I found a great video which gives you some fantastic views of Loarre. Check the video out above, and if you’re a history buff visiting the Madrid area, I highly recommend seeing the castle in person. It’s an experience you won’t forget!

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When seeking out the best Spain tourist sites, the capitol city of Madrid should definitely be part of your itinerary.  Madrid has some of the most impressive tourist attractions in Spain when it come to the world of art.  Chief among these is the famous Prado museum, home to some of Europe’s finest artistic holdings.

For the historians among you, Madrid is also the site of Spain’s royal palace.  As capitol of the country, the city has played a major role in Spanish history.  If you’re truly interested in pursuing a historical tour of Spain, Madrid is a vibrant and beautiful place to start.  The video above gives some nice views of Madrid and its sites.  I hope it helps to give you a better picture of what the city is like as you plan your travels.

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When seeking out the best canary islands tourist attractions, think nature.  Indeed beautiful natural attractions abound on all seven of these islands.  The warm climate makes the Canaries an excellent place for a beach holiday, and the islands have some of the most beautiful coastlines in Europe.  Those with an interest in horticultural sites will also be pleased with a visit to the Canaries, as the islands are home to many lush gardens.  If you’re looking to get a bit off the beaten path to experience some Spanish culture, there are some picturesque villages on the islands that are worth a tour as well.  I’ll bring you a more detailed look at some key locations in the Canaries in a future post.

For now, take a look at the above video clip from La Palma island, for a taste of the great scenic beauty that awaits you as a tourist to the Canary Islands.

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I promised in a recent blog post that I I would be bringing you photos and videos of popular tourist attractions in Spain.  I believe that a picture gives you a better feel for any destination than an article alone could.  The photo here is of the famous lizard statue in Barcelona’s Parque Guell.

I think that some of the best attractions in Barcelona are the creations of Antoni Gaudi.  Parque Guell, with all of it’s beautiful sculptures and gardens is one such creation.  The park, which was originally meant to be a residential community for Barcelona’s wealthier citizens, is now a fantastic public attraction that is sure to be one of the highlights of your trip to Barcelona.

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Spain offers a lot for the tourist to see, and if you have a limited time for your trip, it would be best to pick a specific region of the country to explore.  For example, you could tour the Andalusia region, head to the Basque country, or take a trip that focuses in on some of Spain’s islands.  If you are very short on time, you might even choose a guided tour of one specific city.

After taking location and time constraints into consideration, its time to start looking at how you want to travel, and what you want to see on your trip.  Of course many guided tours use buses and air transport to get you form place to place around Spain.  However their are also many regional walking tours, cycling expeditions, and even adventure tours for those looking for a more physical sightseeing experience.

Speaking of sightseeing, when selecting a tour of Spain, it is important to keep in mind what types of attractions are really of interest to you.  There are special tours which are geared specifically for people like art lovers, history buffs, culinary enthusiasts and so on.  If you can select a tour that caters more specifically to your personal interests, you’ll likely find the places you visit much more engaging, and have a lot more fun on your trip.

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In a previous post about Granada tourist attractions, I spoke at length about the Alhambra Palace.  The magnificent architecture, and rich history of the palace make it one of the true gems of Spain.  I wanted to post the above video for you, because I feel it gives you some great views of the palace which convery its beauty quite well.  Additionally, the video captures the old world feel that you will find throughout the entire city of Granada.  The amazing history of the Andalusia region, in addition to its great cuisine makes Granada a can’t miss spot for tourists to Spain.

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