SPAIN

Barcelona: Barcelona is the most cosmopolitan Spanish city, where the avant-garde and traditional come together in a culture that absorbs you right from the start. Concerts, opera, exhibitions and an infinite range of bars and restaurants make Barcelona an unforgettable city. It has everything one could possibly need: the sea and mountains, fashion and design, traditional and modern architecture, small shops and traditional open-air markets and modern malls. Enjoy the city where Picasso studied and where Gaudi left an imprint of his most famous work.

Granada: Who hasn’t ever heard of Granada? It’s a thriving city full of monuments, churches, palaces and magical gardens. The most famous attraction is La Alhambra which sits at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Granada’s squares, fountains and streets reflect the Arab influence on Spanish culture in this region. Granada not only has the old historic city with tradional neighborhoods like Albaicin or Realejo, but it is also a modern university city with a diverse and lively nightlife.

Valencia: Valencia is one of the biggest and liveliest cities in Spain. It is situated on the Mediterranean coast about 3 1/2 hours from Barcelona. Valencia has mild weather in the winter and hot weather in the summer months so residents and tourists alike enjoy the beautiful beaches. In the past few years, Valencia has come on to the international scene hosting America's Cup and Formula 1 Grand Prix. Valencia has much to be proud of with its annual celebration of Fallas (which are not to be missed), the City of Arts and Sciences, the new zoo, cozy neighborhood bars and pubs to enjoy a "cerveza" ouside and a great nightlife.

Seville: Seville is situated on the banks of the Guadalquivir River and is the region’s capital. With over 2,000 years of history Seville has inherited the cultures of the various people that have inhabited it. The city and its people are full of life. There is constant bustle in the streets and many say that the city has the best tapas bars and the best night-life. Seville also passionately hosts some of the region’s most important events such as Semana Santa (Holy Week) and Feria de Abril (April Fair).