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MADRID

Madrid is the perfect city for discovering Spain and its culture. Madrid is not only known for its cultural life of great historical legacy, as the Prado Museum, and Cultural Heritage (one of the most important musuems worldwide), but for being a city that shows vitality both day and night. Madrid is a welcoming and cosmopolitan city, where no one is a stranger.

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''Old Madrid'', which recalls the Spanish imperial era. Renacentist and Baroque buildings flood the streets ranging from the Puerta del Sol, to the Almudena Cathedral, passing by La Latina, Plaza de Oriente, Gran Via and the Royal Palace.
''Artistic Madrid'', where you can find the ''Art Triangle'' which includes the most important musuems of the city: Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen - Bornemisza.
''Modern Madrid'', where you can appreciate the fantastic architecture of S.XXI, and where you will find the impressive skyscrapers of Madrid.

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BARCELONA

Barcelona is one of the most modern and elegant cities in Europe and it is the perfect city to admire the Mediterranean Sea. You can see it from one of its many terraces, walking down the streets or having dinner in one of its incredible restaurants. You can not miss the Gothis Quarter, where you will find designer restaurants, cafes, tea houses and local live jazz.

In the neighbourhood of Gracia you can find the most bohemian atmosphere of the city. At the Barrio del Raval you will find abundant multicultural activities such as exhibitions, theatre, dance and all kinds of performance.

A city that means dynamism. A City that you can not miss to visit.

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VALENCIA

Valencia, also called city of flowers and ''Fallas'', is situated by the Mediterranean Sea, and surrounded by small mountains. This combination makes it one of the most attractive cities of Spain.

In Valencia, you can stroll through a city that maintains its Gothic architecture from the past, but the city has evolved and has become a relaxed and beautiful place.

The nearest places to Valencia that you can also visit are Alzira, famous for its festivals; Gandia, the most touristic destination of Costa Velencia; Xativa, declared historical Artisitc; and Sagunto, notable for its Roman theatre built is the S.I and declared National Monument.

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BILBAO

One of the great attractions of this great city is its cultural offer: musuems, thematic exhibitions of contemporary art and the spectacles are some options that you can not miss. Some of their destinations nearby: Bermeo, a typical fishing village, the National Park of Urkiola Elorrio 14 kilometres from Bilbao and surrounded by mountains, Gernika-Lumo in the Oka River valley near the National Reserve of Urdaidai, declared by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve and Lekeitio in the mouth of the River Lea has expansive beaches.

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COSTA DEL SOL

The Costa del Sol is the main coastal region of Malaga. Malaga is one of the major touristic destinations of Spain. With a pleasant weather, and with an average temperature of 19oC, Malaga offers a wide selection for leisure and culture.

The Costa del Sol is also known as the Costa del Golf. It has the highest concentration golf camps in Andalusia and in the whole of Europe.

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Marinas

Puerto Banus, Marbella
Puerto de Malaga (for sports, fishing and commercial)
Puerto de Estepona (marina and fishing)

Marina Centers

Aula del Mar
Sea Life Benalmadena

Parks

Fuengirola Zoo
Aqualand Torremolinos

Natural Areas

Park Natural Montes de Malaga
Park Natural Sierra de las Nieves
Park Natural Sierra de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama

Pubs

Abyssinia (Marbella)
Liceo (Marbella)
Palladium (Torremolinos)
Mana (Benalmadena)
Babylon (Puerto Banus)

Restaurants

Los robles de Leon (Malaga)
Santiago (Marbella)
La Cala (Benalmadena)
Los Enebros (Fuengirola)

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Lanzarote
In Lanzarote you will discouver its incredible volcanic landscape. Do not miss its ''Timanfaya National Park''. Lanzarote is one of the oldest islands of the Canaries, and is famous for its beautiful coastline and beaches. It offers great opportunities for leisure, especially for water sports like scuba diving, fishing or surfing.

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Fuerteventura
In Fuerteventura you'll find vast sandy beaches; golden, shiny and amazing crystal clear waters. It is perfect destination if you love windsurfing and scuba diving. Moreover, here you will find landscapes that you cannot find elsewhere. A pleasant climate, together with a modern infrastructure make it a compulsory destination at any time of the year.

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Gran Canaria
You'll fall in love with Gran Canaria's vast beaches, white sand and high cliffs, as well as with its picturesque villages with great historical value. Make sure you visit the Cathedral, the Casa de Colon and the Museo canario. Nature lovers have the chance to see very diverse ecosystems, a few miles distant from each other. The volcanic origin of the island will allow you to watch volcanic cones. The subtropical climate provides a very rich and impressive flora and fauna.

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Tenerife
Tenerife is the perfect place to fill your holidays with unforgettable moments. In this island you will find a land of contrasts, a fantastic location and combination of beach, leisure and nature which make it a destination in high demand.
In Tenerife there is more to discover, Scuba diving is also a spectacular experience, as volcanoes have given Tenerife its original seabed. Cycling, golf, hiking, surfing or hang gliding are some of the sports you can practice. Besides the famous Carnival, the many festivals held in different locations, which will give you the opportunity to learn traditional crafts like the draft of the rosette, and gastronomy, which includes fish, potatoes and cheeses.

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Mallorca
Mallorca is the perfect island for a holiday. It has an offer for leisure and culture accessible to anyone who wants to know a little history about the island. You can visit its musuems, monuments and archaeological sites to help you understand the past of the island and enjoy the present.
As for leisure, do not miss its acuatic-parks, trips, etc.

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Menorca
Menorca is the most relaxed destination of the Balearic Islands, but it also has many places for leisure. In fact, the night life is one of the most varied. The gastronomic and leisure offer is concentrated in the coastal area.

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Ibiza
In Ibiza you will be able to enjoy not only its magnificent beaches, but also various leisure centres, and aquatic and archaeological sites of world importance. The island is famous for its nightlife: Ibiza nights are unique to live and discover.

In Formentera you will be able to enjoy magnificent beaches and traditional buildings and emblematic trees such as junipers and figs. At Formentera's night you will find pubs where you can stay until morning.

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VALENCIAN COAST
Valencia
Valencia, also called city of flowers and ''Fallas'', is situated by the Mediterranean Sea, and surrounded by small mountains. This combination makes it one of the most attractive cities of Spain.

In Valencia, you can stroll through a city that maintains its Gothic architecture from the past, but the city has evolved and has become a relaxed and beautiful place.

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The nearest places to Valencia that you can also visit are Alzira, famous for its festivals; Gandia, the most touristic destination of Costa Velencia; Xativa, declared historical Artisitc; and Sagunto, notable for its Roman theatre built is the S.I and declared National Monument.

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Gandia
Gandia is a beautiful setting of Valencian coast. It has a good climate throughout the year. The good quality of its beaches attracts all those who just want to spend a nice time, enjoy the sun and the sea and do all kinds of sports. The gastronomic specialty of this place is the fideua and horchata. But if you want to know about the history of the city you can visit places like the Town Hall, The Collegiate and the historical centre of Gandia. Some of the festivities of this city are declared of tourist interest. Its gastronomy, typically Valencian, is another attraction offered by Gandia.

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Denia
Denia is a nice quiet place where you can find wonderful beaches, coves, or practice your favourite water sport. Don't forget to visit the old town, very close to Mount Montgo, which was declared a natural park and is close to the sea. In addition, by visiting places like the Castle, the Archaeological Musuem, the Ethnological Musuem, the Toy Musuem, and its numerous churches and shrines, you can get to know more about this wonderful place.

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Oropesa
Oropesa offers excellent beaches and modern tourist infrastructure. Don't forget to visit its beaches like Playa de la Concha and the coves of the Oropesa la Vella and El retor. Its old town has impressive buildings like the Church of Nuestra Senora de la Paciencia. In addition, Naturhicope is a place that meets the sea and local identity, and the city of antique shops, highlighting the Musuem of cards, which has a collection of nearly 5,000 cards, the second most important collection in the world.

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SPAIN

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