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Each Spanish region feels different: Andalusia, Catalonia, the Basque Country and Madrid have their own food, language and pace. Trains between the major cities are fast.
Best time · March to June and September to OctoberSuggested length · 9 to 12 nights for two regions
Where should you go?
- Madrid and Toledo
- Barcelona and the Costa Brava
- Seville, Cordoba and Granada in Andalusia
- San Sebastian and Bilbao in the north
What should you do?
- Book the Alhambra well ahead if you go to Granada
- Eat late, the way the country actually does
- Take the AVE between the main cities
What should you eat or experience?
- Tapas culture varies by city, and in some places a drink still comes with food
- The Basque Country is the strongest region for food
Where is a good area to stay?
- Stay inside the old quarters in the southern cities; they are best on foot
When should you visit?
March to June and September to October. Inland summers are very hot.
How long should you spend there?
9 to 12 nights for two regions.
Visa
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Spain visa information