For most of us, the best vacation is associated with the hot sun and gentle sea. If you agree with this statement, it is better not to find Spain. It is an immaculate vacation country that is generously washed by the waters of the Mediterranean in the east and south and the Atlantic Ocean on the west coast.
The country is located on most of the Iberian Peninsula and impresses with its culture, magnificent examples of architecture, and excellent service in modern luxury hotels.
Spain is a great choice for families with children, for noisy youth companies and couples in love. The choice of hotel accommodation is gorgeous. You can choose tours with the system "All inclusive" or just have breakfast at the hotel to enjoy the flavor of national cuisine in numerous restaurants and cafes.
How to get to Spain
The best and fastest way to get to Spain is by plane. Direct flights from Aeroflot, Iberia and S7 fly from Moscow to Madrid to Barajas Airport.Flight duration is 5 hours. Airfare - from 200 euros.
In addition to Barajas, Aeroflot flies to Barcelona, El Prat - for tourists traveling to the Costa Dorada, the Costa Brava and Valencia.
Visa and customs documents to Spain 2018
To visit Spain you will need a Schengen visa, passport, which must be valid for 3 months after the trip, insurance, permission to export the child (if only one parent goes on the trip).
Many tourists, having on hands a Schengen visa, go to Spain from neighboring states, where airfare is cheaper in certain seasons.
What currency to take to Spain
Undoubtedly, there is only one choice - euro. Current rate - 1 euro - 70.36 rubles. You can exchange currency in hotels, exchange offices, travel agencies. But the best rate is offered by commercial banks, which also operate without commission.
Accepted payment cards of the Russian Federation, which can be cashed at ATMs in shopping centers and banks. Be careful in the process of cashing, some ATMs charge a considerable fee for withdrawing funds from debit and credit cards of other countries.
Popular regions and resorts of Spain
Despite the small size of the country, Spain is diverse and multifaceted. Conventionally, the territory of the country is divided into autonomous regions:
- Catalonia - the territory for many years seeking to secede from Spain. Famous for its capital - Barcelona with magnificent beaches and Gaudi architecture.
- Andalusia - The birthplace of Spanish bullfighting, flamenco and original towns with a great history: Granada, Seville, Malaga - the hometown of Antonio Banderas.
- Valencia - famous for its gorgeous sandy beaches, the national dish of Spanish cuisine paella with the addition of beans and spices.
Be sure to visit Bilbao with its ancient museums, restaurants, San Sebastian - the perfect place for surfing and beach holidays, small port towns, which are numerous along the coast, wander through the narrow streets of cities. This is an unforgettable experience.
Spain hotel prices 2018
Each region of Spain independently decides which rules of hotel accommodation to adhere to. Most urban hotels do not have their own beaches. Hotels are located near many shops, bars, restaurants. On the territory of many hotels there are outdoor pools with the “free of charge” system, which means free use of sun loungers and a swimming pool for guests.
If your vacation lasts more than a week, then it is cheaper to rent a villa. For large companies, this is the best accommodation option that will be much more economical than staying at a hotel.
1 * -2 * hotels in Barcelona are occupied mainly by tourists who came to Spain for excursions. The accommodation only includes breakfast and dinner on request. At ski resorts, hotels are mostly high-level or half-board (buffet). Beach-oriented hotels are all-inclusive.
Rent an apartment for two in Barcelona will cost 30 euros per day, in a 3 * hotel - from $ 100 for a double room, in 4 * - from 130 dollars.
Which resort in Spain to choose
Spain boasts a large selection of resorts for all categories of tourists. Here, tourists can find noisy places with bright entertainment programs, secluded places, fashionable rest on brand new yachts, economical resorts for family holidays.
Costa Brava
The most northern part of the country, bordering France. Costa Brava translates as “rocky coast” and the area fully justifies its name. Near the beach are rocky cliffs that go deep into the sea.
Many tourists are attracted by the all-inclusive system, which operates in the Costa Brava. There are few similar offers in Europe, which makes this place an excellent option for budget holidays.
Costa dorada
A region with a rather long swimming season. The Catalan mountains reliably protect the beaches from the internal winds from the mainland. In summer, the air temperature reaches +34 degrees.This is a great place for a family holiday, gentle slopes on the beaches, fine and clean sand is absolutely safe for children and the elderly.
In Costa Dorada, there is an analogue of Disneyland - the famous water park Port Aventura. Be sure to visit him with the kids. Admission for an adult is 47 euros, for children from 4 to 10 years old - 40 euros.
Costa blanca
Summer all year round - this is how Costa Blanca can be described. The name of the region is translated as "white coast" and is considered to be the best place for a beach holiday in Spain.
In Alicante, the capital of the province, various festivals with Spanish flavor and national costumes take place. Recently, real estate has been actively bought by immigrants from the CIS countries, so it’s not uncommon to meet Russians on the beach.
All known and popular island for young people Ibiza, is known for dancing till you drop and party in mini-bikini. This is a choice of young and energetic people who have decided to rest in full. Despite the popularity of the place, the price here is significantly lower than in Mairk and other regions of Spain.
Mallorca - the choice of European bohemians who do not stint on pleasure and entertainment. In the “velvet” season, a large number of lovers of yacht trips gather here, so finding a place where you can moor your vessel can be quite problematic.
Going to Spain, you must include in your list visiting sights such as:
- Salvador Dali Museum - ticket price 11 euros for an adult, there are discounts for senior citizens and tourist groups
- restaurants with the legendary wine Vega Sicilia
- bullfight - the price of admission varies from 5 to 200 dollars
- tapas bar walk
Spain opens for every tourist in his own way. It all depends on what you want to see in this country - fun and purely Spanish entertainment or a secluded beach holiday in the vicinity of rocky shores and serene sea. To understand why you love Spain, spend your vacation in this amazing and warm country.
