Spain

About Spain

The mild weather, the Mediterenian beaches and resorts to the east and south, the Roman, Christianity and Islamic heritage, the diverse landscapes from the Pyrenean Mountain range in the north to the the amazing coastline in the east, and the vibrant culture, all makes Spain one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, second only to France.

Located in Southwestern Europe, Spain is bordered to the north by France, to the east and south by the Mediterranean Sea, and to the west by Portugal and the Atlantic Ocean.
In addition to the mainland, the country’s territory includes the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, and the autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla in Africa.

Spain’s capital and largest city is Madrid, and other major urban areas include Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, Seville, Málaga, Palma de Mallorca, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and more.

The country on the Iberian Peninsula comprises of autonomous regions, each with distinct landmarks and attractions, scenery, cultural characteristics, local food, drinks, and music.
Enjoy rural Spain with the traditional hilltop villages, the rolling vineyards of Rioja, Salvadore Dali and Pablo Picasso artworks, the Flamenco dances and the delicious cuisine and great wine, the Tapas dishes, Paella, and Pintxos.

Exterior view of the gothic Cathedral La Seu, Mallorca island, Balearic Islands, Spain

The Balearic Islands

The Canary Islands

Costa del Sol

Part of a first visit to Spain Thetjoy.com recommends to look into several possible travel destinations;

Madrid, and its Golden Triangle of Art including the renounced Museo del Prado , the Royal Palace, and the nearby beautiful towns of Segovia and Toledo.
Barcelona, home to Antonio Gaudi’s architectural gems, the lively nightlife, and the great beaches and vibes of the Costa Brava.
Andalusia , home to the magnificent Moorish architecture and the Muslim-influenced south in Seville, Cordoba and Granada, the snowcapped mountains of the Sierra Nevada, and the vibrant beaches and resorts of Costa del Sol, and Cadiz and its surroundings.
If it’s a great beach, warm weather, and waves surfing, that you are looking for, consider some of the best world locations for summer vacation in the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean Balearic Islands and the Atlantic Ocean Canary Islands, the top European summer destinations.

Spain mild weather attracts visitors all year round, but its main season is the summer which can get very warm and over packed with tourists.

Enjoy Spain

Madrid

The capital of Spain is a vibrant, historical, and artistic city, with endless nightlife opportunities. The central location and the developed highway and railroad network makes Madrid a great hub for traveling in Spain. Madrid's central and old town area is quite small and compact, hence touring by foot
Madrid
- 3-4 days
The capital of Spain is a vibrant, historical, and artistic city, with endless nightlife opportunities. The central location and the developed highway and railroad network makes Madrid a great hub for traveling in Spain. Madrid's central and old town area is quite small and compact, hence touring by foot is easy and highly recommended. Visiting Madrid offers impressive architecture, great world class museums and magnificent churches, beautiful parks, and mainly vibrant streets packed with cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs, and numerous shopping opportunities.
Barcelona

The capital of Catalonia in Spain is a cosmopolitan city on the northeastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It’s a highly popular tourists’ destination home to some of Spain's most iconic attractions within walking distance of each other, impressive architecture and art, museums, seaside and beaches, and great surrounding
Barcelona
- 5-6 Days
The capital of Catalonia in Spain is a cosmopolitan city on the northeastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It’s a highly popular tourists’ destination home to some of Spain's most iconic attractions within walking distance of each other, impressive architecture and art, museums, seaside and beaches, and great surrounding attractions. Enjoy a great dining and drinking scene, vast shopping opportunities and outdoor markets, recreation activities, festivals and much more.
Andalusia

A region in the southern part of Spain with the Mediterranean Sea its southern and eastern border, resulting a highly popular European tourist’ destination. The region presents a wonderful combination of great beach resorts such as in the famous Costa del Sol in the east and Costa del Luz
Andalusia
- 6-8 Days
A region in the southern part of Spain with the Mediterranean Sea its southern and eastern border, resulting a highly popular European tourist’ destination. The region presents a wonderful combination of great beach resorts such as in the famous Costa del Sol in the east and Costa del Luz the South, with the fabulous Moorish heritage architecture Jewels as in the fascinating Golden Triangle cities and their wonders. Wonders such as the Alhambra palaces and Gardens in Granada, the Cathedral and Alcazar palace in Seville, and the big Mosque in Cordoba.
The Canary Islands

Seven beautiful Islands part of Spain but located in the Atlantic Ocean West of Morocco. The pleasant spring like weather and sunny skies all year long, combined with beautiful beaches, have made this group of Islands a favorite destination especially for Northern European tourists. More than 16 Million tourists
The Canary Islands
- 5-7 Days
Seven beautiful Islands part of Spain but located in the Atlantic Ocean West of Morocco. The pleasant spring like weather and sunny skies all year long, combined with beautiful beaches, have made this group of Islands a favorite destination especially for Northern European tourists. More than 16 Million tourists visit the Canary Islands every year, of which most are visiting the islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura, where less tourists are visiting the smaller islands of in La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro.
The Balearic Islands

The Balearic Islands are an archipelago of islands in the azure Mediterranean Sea, including the islands of Mallorca, Formentera, Ibiza, and Menorca. The Islands main attraction is obviously their hundreds of recognized beaches, from fine city and resort beaches with facilities for leisure and relaxation, to tiny coves where
The Balearic Islands
- 5-7 Days
The Balearic Islands are an archipelago of islands in the azure Mediterranean Sea, including the islands of Mallorca, Formentera, Ibiza, and Menorca. The Islands main attraction is obviously their hundreds of recognized beaches, from fine city and resort beaches with facilities for leisure and relaxation, to tiny coves where you can be alone and at peace with no crowd. The fine sand, beautiful scenery, and excellent facilities, combined with endless nightlife experiences and outdoor activities, make the Balearic Islands one of the world's top beach vacation destinations.