Making the most of Mallorca
Making the most of Mallorca Just a 50-minute flight from Barcelona, Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands and hosts over 10 million visitors every year. From sailing trips to castles and cultural wonders in Palma, to gourmet cuisine and the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, there’s a lot to explore in Mallorca. First port of call: Palma de Mallorca Palma is the capital... Read More
Uncover Spain with Frank Camorra - A Southern Spanish Immersion
Frank Camorra of Movida and Suze Healy, founder of MPT Worldwide Journeys, have pieced together an eye popping kaleidoscope of unforgettable times in the southern Spanish sun. This exclusive 13 day journey will unlock the secrets of the most exciting place to eat on earth. It’s where everything Frank and Suze love about food and lifestyle converge. • Unravel the seductive... Read More
Literature in Spain: Books to read before you go
Literature in Spain: Books to read before you go One way to get more out of travel is by reading about your destination first. Sometimes authors can paint a magical picture of a place, which is only brought further to life by seeing it with your own eyes. If you’re looking to us to organise a holiday in Spain, do some reading first and you’ll appreciate it even more. BOOK 1:... Read More
The art of Spain: Following in the footsteps of Dalí, Gaudi and Picasso
The art of Spain: Following in the footsteps of Dalí, Gaudi and Picasso Some parts of the world simply have a knack for producing talented people, and Spain is one of those places. If you’re on a mission to holiday alongside celebrated artists, Spain has one of the largest collections of art in Europe, most of which is found in its museums. Dali museum, Figueres Figueres was... Read More
Holiday in Madrid, Spain
The narrow, labyrinthine streets of Madrid’s medieval quarter contrast with the grand boulevards. Madrid is a cosmopolitan city, a business centre and the home of the Spanish Royal Family. Madrid is characterised by intense cultural and artistic activity and is a destination with a very lively nightlife. When you travel to Madrid, you can see how its infectious and colourful fiestas... Read More
Holiday in Barcelona, Spain
Pedestrian streets in the old districts, green spaces and a fabulous waterfront filled with modern structures all reflect the city’s aim of integration. Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean destination that incorporates in its urban street pattern, Roman remains, medieval districts and the most beautiful examples of Modernism and 20th century... Read More
Holiday in Spain
A destination of fiesta dancers, flamenco guitars, matadors and mind boggling architecture Spain travel offers a richness and complexity that may surprise. All the tempting postcard fantasy pictures are there in reality, side-by-side with other, less-expected ones. Travelling through Spain you may come across fiesta dancers in a village square, a young man practicing flamenco... Read More
Holiday in Europe
The great cities of Europe are more than just tourist destinations The first concept, when a traveller thinks of a holiday in Europe, is its geography: the idea of a stretch of land that covers from the Atlantic through to the Ural Mountains, that constitutes a geographical entity called Europe. Many of us remember fondly what has made our own journeys to Europe special -... Read More
One night in San Sebastian, Spain
One night in San Sebastian, Spain A barman glides past; the plate he’s bearing is dripping with the most wondrously marbled, slices of Jabugo ham, a delicacy amongst the locals. The sun is setting over San Sebastian’s beaches and the food rushing past my nose is only further evidence of what is becoming abundantly clear; the produce is fresh, the people vibrant, and the food... Read More
Barcelona cooking school - Spanish cooking
Barcelona cooking school - Spanish cooking A half day course for EUR72 at the Cook and Taste cooking school. Shop for fresh ingredients at La Boqueria food market in Barcelona and learn to cook two tapas dishes, paella and a Catalan desert. For accommodation in Barcelona or other Barcelona cooking tours contact Concierge Traveller on 1800 047 047 Share Read More
