Barna, as locals call Barcelona, sits on Spain’s northeastern coast, overlooking the Balearic Sea and the great blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea beyond. It’s one of the world’s most visited and greatest cities and is famous for its Art Nouveau architecture and many, many Gaudi landmarks. But the Catalan capital is so much more;…
There are many reasons why Spain, until today, remains one of Europe’s top hitters. From its warm weather to its laidback vibe, scrumptious food, excellent wine, and beautiful beaches, Spain has a lot to offer for all types of travelers. It’s a nice travel destination for those who want a peaceful break or a memorable…
Barcelona, endearingly called Barna by locals, is a fantastic destination to explore. Whether it’s the plazas, churches, and ruins of Old Town, the lush parks, or Montjuic mountain’s Olympic Stadium, there’s a ton to see and do in the town. However, just outside the fringes of this Catalan capital is a whole world of beautiful historic…
The scintillating Spanish capital of Madrid is one dynamic city overflowing with culinary, artistic, and architectural treasures and marvels. This city radiates irresistible and rather unimitable energy, and you need a good three days to explore its museums, palaces, and plazas while enjoying churros dipped in hot chocolate. But that’s not all. Madrid is also a…
Not too long ago, our team had the privilege to visit the city of San Sebastian, one of Spain’s most visited cities. With a rich culture and vibrant food scene, our time in the city was nothing short of spectacular. We’re foodies and culture enthusiasts, so it wasn’t hard for us to fall in love…
For us, San Sebastian is special because this is where we honeymooned after our wedding. So, it was only fitting for us to go back to this gorgeous Basque Country stunner of a coastal town for a second honeymoon. And what topped our stay was the Hotel Villa Favorita San Sebastian, which is the crowning…
We’re deeply intrigued by Spain’s mountainous Basque Country, so visiting San Sebastian-Donostia was a no-brainer. After all, what better place to enjoy our romantic second honeymoon than a resort town with lush hillsides and pristine golden beaches? With San Sebastián always having held undeniable allure, we were looking for an equally unforgettable place to stay.…
One of the many wonderful things about southern Spain is that there are so many little villages to discover. Andalucía, a rocky, sun-baked region on Spain’s southern coast, has its own character and its own specialties, which makes every trip an authentic experience. Instead of visiting only Málaga, Granada, Córdoba or Seville, try exploring the…
Granada, one of the pearls of Spain, is home to 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites (Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin), all of which are exceptional reminders of Moorish Spain. Many visitors come here just to see the extraordinary Alhambra Palace, one of the most spectaculars of all European monuments, but once they arrive they realize there…
Madrid is not only the home of the world’s most successful soccer club of the 20th century, The Real Madrid, but it also means incredible architecture, great museums, unbelievable restaurants and more. Madrid was declared the capital of Spain in the 17th century and its name comes from the Arabic word “magerit” which means ‘place of many…
Located just 129 km (80 miles) north of Africa, Malaga is a port city on southern Spain’s Costa del Sol and the largest southernmost city in Europe. Its rare combination of tropical heaven right next to an urban oasis, hot beaches, mountains, historic monuments, a charming old town and a lively nightlife make of this city a…
Mallorca is the largest of the four Balearic Islands off the coast of Spain, in the Western Mediterranean and the capital, Palma de Mallorca, is a vibrant, stylish, sophisticated city that bursts with life and a lovely place to spend most of your time. From beautiful beaches and old city with fascinating history to great restaurants and nightlife. Check…
Perched on the hills of northwestern Spain, Salamanca is a feast for the eyes and soul. It’s home to stunning sandstone buildings, a lively arts and culture scene, and an indomitable nightlife. And as a university city since the 13th century, it isn’t surprising that Salamanca exudes an intellectual vibe. More than 180,000 people call Salamanca home. Yet…
Seville is located in Andalucia, a rocky, sun-baked region on Spain’s southern coast, and it is probably the most underrated city in Spain. Many visitors tend to focus on Madrid and Barcelona while leaving Seville behind. Seville is vibrant city that has a distinctive, historic grandeur, with over a thousand years of impressive architectural styles from Moorish palaces,…
The natural beauty of Tenerife is known worldwide. People from every corner of the globe come here almost like a pilgrimage to enjoy the sun, luxury hotels, the cold and refreshing Atlantic Ocean, stunning scenery and eternal spring climate. Dreamy sunsets and black sand beaches are the best natural relaxant there is in life according…
Standing on a hill high above the Tagus River, Toledo is a historic walled city in central Spain as well as the former capital of Spain. It has been an important center of culture to the Romans, Catholics, Jews and Muslims for nearly 3,000 years. Behind its walls, Toledo preserves an artistic and cultural legacy…
Spain has some of the top gay destinations in Europe such as Madrid, Sitges, and Ibiza but Barcelona is not far behind. With its gay friendly spaces, Barcelona is also a popular destination for the gay community. Eixample fondly referred to as Gaixample or Gayxample is where most of the LGBT community head to in…
Considered as a continent in miniature, Gran Canaria’s been a gay destination for decades. So, not surprisingly, quite a few gay hotels sprang up. While all hotels aren’t exclusively gay, they’re all gay-friendly. So, finding gay accommodation in Gran Canaria is pretty simple. In fact, it boats more gay hotels than any other place in the…
Sun-kissed Ibiza with its turquoise-blue waters and white-sand beaches is pretty much Spain’s all-time-favorite gay hotspot. Notwithstanding the season, the Spanish island is one of Europe’s most popular beach getaways. About an hour’s flight from Madrid, the island really never sleeps. There are plenty of gay hotels in Ibiza which has accommodation for all kinds…
Madrid is one of the friendliest cities for gays in the world and is home to Spain and Europe’s largest gay population. Madrid’s native annual gay parade MADO, or Orgullo Gay de Madrid, is one of the world’s biggest pride parades today. Gay neighborhoods in Madrid like Chueca is where the LGBT community has lived…
Mesmerizing Malaga puts the ‘soul’ into Costa del Sol, the famous Spanish coastline overlooking the Alboran Sea. This ancient beach town is the birthplace of Picasso and is steeped in rich Islamic and Roman history. Moreover, it blends lip-smacking cuisine and authentic Spanish traditions with stunning architecture and wicked, wild nightlife. With Spain being renowned…
For LGBT travelers, Sitges is the perfect place for a great beach getaway, and it’s easy to see why. The coastal town in Spain’s Catalonia region is a picture-perfect spot nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Garraf Mountains. Just as important is the fact that Sitges is super-open to LGBT people. Indeed, it’s so…
The spectacular Spanish island of Tenerife is a potpourri of cultural and natural beauty. It is home to Spain’s highest peak, white-sand beaches, quaint ancient towns, and some of the best LGBTQ revelry grounds in the world. The gay-friendly island, along with its neighbor Gran Canaria, is famously home to some amazing gay bars and…
The seaside Spanish town of Valencia sees tons of LGBTQ travelers heading its way. Lovely beaches, superb Pride celebrations, and a great gay scene make it a fantastic destination. As a result, you’re bound to find a gay hotel in Valencia as accommodation also increased. Today, gay accommodation in Valencia ranges from designer options to fun…