Holiday suggestion: Why not try an activity holiday in Spain this year?  This versatile country offers everything from cycling, horse riding and walking holidays in Spain, to the more adventurous sports.  For those keen golfers, there are plenty of opportunities for a great golf holiday.

Thinking of a rural and more independent type of holiday?  Read about living it up in style the rural way, out in the Spanish countryside. Family-friendly holidays are also a boon with lots to see and do in Spain for the children. Have you started planning your next holiday yet? Now is the perfect time to do so, and of course, Spain is the ideal location to choose.

Featured destination: The Canary Islands -

Find Your Ideal Rural Retreat On Lanzarote
Lanzarote, the popular holiday island located in the Canaries, is home to three main tourist resorts and this is where the majority of visitors book their breaks.  But away from these destinations lies an island that is almost totally unspoiled, offering lots of options for those in search of a more peaceful rural retreat....

Featured properties in Galicia and Valencian Community:

G.R.A. Galician Rural Accommodation, Gaibor, Begonte, Lugo Province

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"Gra" in the Irish language means "love." Our Casita in Lugo sits in its own garden in a small community of six houses in the heart of the Galician countryside. La Casita is an old Galician barn that has been converted to a plush modern self-catering Cottage, with an added extension. sleeping up to four people with a Spanish king size bed, and a Spanish double sofa bed, a bathroom, a kitchen and a lounge, with outdoor eating and relaxation areas. Situated in the province of Lugo. La Casita offers the discerning traveler a quaint rural stay with all of glorious Galicia on its doorstep... More information and reservations

La Buganvilla, Holiday Rental with Pool, Ontinyent, Valencian Community

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La Buganvilla is a small, studio home on the property of the owner’s home.and guests will have access through the main gate. However, the studio has a private entrance for guests and has shared access to the swimming pool. The studio has been newly renovated and is around 50 square metres, with a spacious living and dining area and a fully equipped American kitchen. Moreover, the studio has a 140-cm sofa bed and a single folding bed, making it ideal for a couple. On the terrace, guests can relax on outdoor furniture and take a dip in the pool. However, guests should be aware that the owners and their son also use the pool......   More information about this property

Featured destinations: The Balearic Islands -

Majorca - sunny, rural destination in the Balearic Islands
Majorca, destination of choice, is one of the romantic and popular Balearic Islands off the coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea.  Natively named "Mallorca", the island is famous for wonderful scenic views and lovely beaches...

Take a tour of the Costa del Azahar next summer
Among Spain’s more than 4,828 km (3,000 miles) of coastline, one sometimes overlooked destination is the Costa del Azahar, or Orange Blossom Coast. This gorgeous area lies along the province of Castellón in Valencian Community, Spain and stretches 120 km (75 miles) from Vinaròs to Almenara. Let's explore some of the beauty of this lovely piece of coastline, including some of the best beaches, towns worth visiting and activities available during your stay.

5 Unique Locations On The Costa Blanca in Spain
The Costa Blanca (White Coast) lines the Mediterranean coastline of Alicante Province in the Valencian Community of Spain. Running from Denia and the Costa del Azahar in the north, to Pilar de la Horadada in the South, the 200 km coast is popular for beach holidays. However, there are many less usual attractions along the coast and inland from the Costa Blanca. Here we explore a Moorish Queen’s bath, a Roman town, a fascinating museum, a street of mushrooms and a startling pink lake.

3 Of The Most Charming Villages In Mallorca, Spain
Mallorca is one of the most popular of the Balearic Islands of Spain. The island is famous for its sheltered coves, beautiful beaches, stunning scenery and Roman and Moorish ruins. Mallorca also features many quaint and lovely villages, dotted all over the island. Here we briefly explore Pollensa, Fornalutx and Soller...

Experience the beautiful ‘Pueblos Blancos’ in Andalucia, Spain
While many visitors prefer to laze on the beaches of the Costa del Sol, they are missing out on a treat. Just a few kilometers inland are a host of “Pueblos Blancos,” or “White Villages” just waiting to be explored...

3 Fascinating Locations To Visit in Caceres, Extremadura, Spain
Located Extremadura in western Spain, the city of Caceres is home to a mixture of Roman, Moorish, Gothic and Renaissance influences. The city was originally founded by the ancient Romans and retains much of its historic past, along with some truly unique locations to visit...

Have an extreme adventure in Andalucia, Spain
For those dare-devils among us, this lovely region of southern Spain has plenty of adventure sports available, including base-jumping, skydiving and speed skiing...

Top 5 Rural Destinations In Spain for 2021
Many of us prefer peaceful rural holidays at the best of times, but during the pandemic, it really makes sense to tour the beautiful rural areas of this lovely country...

Meet charm and tradition in the heart of rural Mallorca in Fornalutx
When visiting the charming island of Mallorca (or Majorca) in the Balearic Islands of Spain, it would be worth visiting this delightful town in the heart of the rural area of the island...

Castilla-la Mancha, the heart of Spain - find out why Cuenca province is absolutely fascinating to visit and a must for keen hikers and walkers ..

Mijas, a great combination for your Costa del Sol holiday in southern Spain
Whether you are seeking sun and sand, golfing, or quaint villages, you can get it all in the Mijas area on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain ...

Visit the Magical Painted Forest of Oma in Basque Country, Spain
Hidden away among the Basonda and Oma Valleys close to the mouth of the River Oka in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, is the perfect and magical place for a gentle stroll.  In this UNESCO listed area, a Basque artist has created a colourful landscape, quite unlike any other....