Like paella towards palate, as well as the flamenco dance for the eyes and ears, Spain delights in sensuous, dreamy methods. It is usually a land of color and movement, of sun-drenched beaches, panoramic mountains, medieval castles, romantic guitars, and ferocious bullfights. It is a country steeped in culture and background.The Spanish cash, Madrid, boasts of a dynamic nightlife, with lively parties that extend up towards the wee hours with the...more
The town Solynieve is situated 30 KM south from the city of Barcelona and is the most important town in the Costa Dorada area in Catalan. This is patronized by the younger generation from Barcelona who has made it into a resort of their liking. These youngsters use this for their weekend escapades.People who do not want to strain themselves should avoid visiting this town in summer. This place is overcrowded during summer and the tourists from...more
Ciutadella is a small and exciting place that will forever remain in your memories. Ciutadella is a city that has about 28,000 inhabitants and it is located on the western part of Menorca. Menorca is one of the Balearic Islands in Spain. Its neighboring island is Majorca, of which you have probably heard. This city does not lie exactly on the coast; it is about 3 km away from the sea. It does not matter because some of the beaches Algaiarens, Cala del Pilar, Arenal de Son Saura, Cala Blanca La Vall, Cala Morell, Cala Bosch are very beautiful beaches with fine sand. Ciutadella was once the capital of Menorca and today is the seat of Bishop, who refused to move because the first Bishop was situated here in the 4th century!Most likely, Ciutadella was founded by Carthaginians Throughout history, this city was conquered either by Arabs or Spaniards. When it was under Arab reign, which lasted for several centuries, Ciutadella was renamed its name was Madina Al Jazira. Spaniards captured the city again during the reign of King Alfonso II and the city was annexed to the kingdom of Aragon.The city has a rich cultural and historical heritage There are still-standing walls of the fortresses...more
HistoryBarceloneta or 'little Barcelona' is a part of Barcelona. Centuries ago, fishermen settled in this area. It was a poor part of the city, with narrow streets and small houses. When the people rose against the King Felipe V, he decided to punish them. He ordered them to build a fortress on the place where their houses stood....more
Toledo is seventy kilometers south of Madrid. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain and its old capital as well. This is also the city with an excellent location. The whole little town was built on a hill and moreover, the river Tagus flows in its foothills. Before you enter the city, you have to experience a fantastic...more
Yes you are ready to swing it in Seville. But when you need a doctor, do you have an idea how to choose your doctor and hospital?Forewarned is ForearmedAnything can happen during a holiday in Seville. You might catch a virus or get a nasty cold. As a tourist in Spain, it is tricky to get into the right hospital. You might end up waiting for hours for someone to attend to you.To get medical attention faster than you can flamenco, rush to a private hospital. The doctors here can speak English. This is important because you have to know what the doctor is saying or you won't be able to follow the doctor's orders to the letter. You might get a professional translator but who thinks of a translator when one can barely stand or walk? You need a doctor fast, not a translator.To beat the communication gap, choose the nearest private hospital. Your ailment may not require a hospital confinement but if it does, you must be ready with your health insurance or a credit card. But it pays to pay cash to avoid the tedious processing of your payment.Private hospitals allow you to choose your doctor which is not done in public hospitals. These hospitals, specifically those run by religious...more
Try the Public Hospitals. In Barcelona, there is no dearth of hospitals. Barcelona is home to old and new hospitals and all of these are equipped with the latest in state-of-the-art medical equipments. The top surgeons and specialists are also in...more
Spain has a very rich culture and civilization and each city of the country has a different story to tell. Spain has been under the rule of many influential people all coming from different background and cultural centre. Adopting a...more
Spain offers a lot of choices when it comes to its cuisines. There is all sorts and variety of foods and drinks available in Spain therefore it would not be a problem for you if you don't cope well with experimenting new food. Spending...more
Spain has a unique culture and civilization and you can see most of well preserved through the eye of its stunning museums. The museums of Spain not only house prized and valuable artifacts but the buildings in itself are stunning...more
Spain has been under the rule of people of various civilizations and cultures which has dramatically enriched the city dramatically. There are numerous parks in Spain; some depict Arab culture and civilization whereas other shows...more
A perfect vacation can be easily spoilt if you visit a country where the people are not friendly and welcoming. However, that is not the case with Spain as its people are very warm towards the visitors and tourists of the country. Spain...more