Twenty things that will shock first-time visitors to Spain
No one speaks English, it's amazingly cheap and Barcelona's not that dodgy.
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Things to do in Madrid: Three-minute guide
Madrid is a mix of old and new; high culture and fun.
The good oil in the folds of Spain's rugged hinterland
Sometimes it's the seemingly insignificant moments you enjoy the most while travelling.
The surprising Basque capital overlooked by tourists
Not many tourists experience the hospitality of the Basque capital.
Why you should visit one of Spain's most underrated destinations
Cordoba is overshadowed by Seville and Granada, but was once Europe's cultural and intellectual epicentre.
An effortless blend of the historic and the contemporary
Once a Jesuit monastery, this is now a luxurious Relais & Chateaux stay.
My Spanish neighbour hates me because I'm Australian
As a short-term tourist you can very easily ignore a place's shortcomings and convince yourself that you're in paradise, but as a long-term resident you have to face up to the inevitable faults.
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Incredible art is placed front and centre on the Spanish stage, with architecture born from rebellious and creative spirits such as Dali, Picasso and Gaudi. Throw Roman ruins, Islamic architecture and gothic cathedrals into the mix, and you have an enthralling destination. Cities are linked by diverse landscapes; mountain ranges, Mediterranean coastlines, and rustic villages that cling to dusty hilltops, not to mention the food... oh the food.
