Monday, November 3, 2008

A Rapid Tour of Spain

By Ada Denis

With over fifty million holidaymakers inspecting Spain each year, this common West European country must have something remarkable which draws the visitor. What exactly is it ...?

The most-valuable beauty of this stunning land can be added up in just one word - variety - and, as you all well know, variety is the spice up of life!

Whether you are relating to its clime, geography, story, culture or cuisine ... there is something to attract to all tastes, ages and pockets.

The tourer burst which took place in the 60s was originally due to its marvellous beaches. And, with good reason, for the Foundation for Environmental Education states that "Spanish beaches are the most environmentally healthy in Europe" and has granted the much-coveted Blue Flag to 450 of the countrys beaches - more than any other concerned country.

Maybe you hungriness for the peace and smooth of a hideaway hotel in an good village? Then agricultural Spain is for you: full of unmarked villages, busting at the crinkles with medieval castling, and offering prolific flora and fauna, it is perfect for walking holidays, painting, photography or just plain "get away from it all" holidays. Not to remark ski-ing opportunities for the more active amongst Spains snow-capped tops.

Should you figure a mix of all three - beach, city and rural - then that is also easy to fix up. Although Spain is the greatest country in Western Europe after France, it is sure no problem to get around. Littered with airports - both national and foreign - it also offers a good train service, though the meanest and most favorable method of internal travel is by using the national bus/coach system.

For those who are a little drawn of the stereo-typed hotel chains, Spain has a special option on offer in its state-established "paradores". In these, you will find accommodation in converted castles, palaces, forts, monasteries, convents ...

The propose of the "paradores" is to offer high banners at average prices in a precious constructing or location and to help continue the traditions of regional cooking by serving the best of local cuisine in the "parador" eating houses.

Which brings us on to yet another joy that Spain has to offer - its rich and varied cuisine. Whichever region of Spain you decide to visit, you will surely encounter delicious Spanish food!

Whats more, the established Spanish diet, with the smooth gold of its olive oil, its rich supply of wine (in moderation!), its wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, plus an abundance of seafood, all mean that it is extremely good for the heart. On top of that, it is low-budget!

Tapas arise from the grand, southerly region of Andalucia and it is this region that we also have to thank for flamenco and the Spanish guitar. Which holiday would be mastered without inspecting an responsible flamenco show or dancing the night away to the beat of affectionate Spanish music?

So ... come up visit this land where the warmness of its mood is only surpassed by the warmth of its people. You are held to have a great time!

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