Destinations

Spain

Spain is not just about the Costas and beach holidays in the sun, with the cultural hotbeds of Bilbao, Barcelona and Madrid, as well as skiing in the Spanish Pyrenees also attracting visitors.

Capital – Madrid
Major cities - Barcelona, Seville, Bilbao and Malaga
Places of interest – Marbella and Pamplona
Time Zone – GMT +1
Language – Spanish. To learn the basics of Spanish visit www.bbc.co.uk
Spain currency - Spain uses the euro. For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc

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Family theme park fun at PortAventura
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The Alhambra: Jewel of Granada
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Vibrant nightlife in cultural Bilbao
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Tasty paella trail in Valencia
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A weekend city break in Madrid
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A tomato lover's paradise
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