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Spain

The Spanish mainland is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the south and east, by the Cantabric Sea that includes the Bay of Biscay to the north, and by the Atlantic Ocean and Portugal to the west. Spanish territory also includes the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands off the African coast. It shares land borders with Portugal, France, Andorra, the British colony of Gibraltar, and Morocco. It is the largest of the three sovereign states that make up the Iberian Peninsula — the others being Portugal and Andorra.

Geography

Area: 504,030 Km Sq
Population: 45"116"894

General

Capital: Madrid
Language:
Currency: Euro ()
Dialing Code: +34

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca, Alcudia, Club Mac Jupiter Hotel

Well I never!!!! (and will NEVER again)!!

29th October 2007

Having had our original hotel changed on the morning we flew out due to it closing early we spent the first 4 days of our week long break at the Club Mac Jupiter Hotel.

I must firstly say that I... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Playa Blanca, Hotel Natura Palace

Sunshine in Lanzarote

15th February 2007

Hotel Natura Palace is situated right down on the sea front. All rooms have a sea view and in fact you can here the sea splashing on the beach from them. This 4* hotel has everything you need for a gr... Click to read

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Janet Gray, Kent, UK

Spain, Costa Dorada, La Pineda, Golden Donaire Hotel

Golden Donaire Hotel - La Pineda - Fantastic for families!

3rd September 2007

We recently returned from a fantastic 7 night stay at the Golden Donaire. We were a party of 4 adults (two OAP's) and 2 children aged 4 and 6. We have never taken the kids abroad before and can't beli... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Salou

Ouch My Head

8th May 2006

Myself and 12 mates headed off to Salou in Spain to celebrate in traditional style the pending wedding of our good friend Paul. We were slightly concerned that the fact that our weekend away was so ch... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca, Alcudia, Club Mac Jupiter Hotel

This is the Holiday from hell !!

1st August 2008

Hi I am here right now in the Hotel Jupiter Saturno and i would not wish this on my worst enemy. There are 6 adults and 4 children in our group and we all think the same. When arriving i refused to st... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Brava, LLoret De Mar, Htop Royal Sun

Will you stay at Htop Hotels?

28th March 2007

Both my wife and I decided to book a short break at The Four Star Htop Royal Sun in Santa Susanna. On arriving there we found the place to be like an old peoples home and the bar staff to be very arro... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Brava, Calella

Calella Palace

6th February 2008

Just got back on 6th of February 2008 from all inclusive holiday at Calella Palace. Great hotel and friendly staff always ready to help. Very clean rooms and have a lot of space, cleaned daily.

Fo... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Coralejo

Corralejo Bound

28th February 2007

After a short flight we arrived @ fuerteventura to be greeted by travel company rep. Upon arrive at the "Dunas Club Apartment" we were welcomed by happy reception staff and allocated our room, wh... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Ibiza, San Antonio Bay

A Night Owl's Paradise

18th September 2006

This Island has something very special to offer its visitors.. Not only does it boast some of the very best and biggest clubs in the world, it also has a great range of resturants/markets/shops which ... Click to read

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Chris Merry, UK

Spain, Balearic Islands, Menorca, Cala Canutells

Mar De Menorca Hotel - Cala Canutells

8th September 2007

We arrived late at night and checked into our rooms no problem. we decided to find the hotel restaurant but it had closed which obviously was not a good start, we were offered a pack which was basic b... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Ibiza, Portinax

Ibiza has another side

9th January 2008

We loved Rey Apartments in Portinax on the north coast of Ibiza. The complex was two minutes from the sea and had its own pool. It was a really lovely calm and peaceful holiday, not the famous side of... Click to read

Hannah , Kent, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto Del Carman, Green Oasis Apartments

The Best and the Worst.

28th July 2006

Having arrived to rainy lanzarote last christmas we were taken to our resort. The all inc green oasis, which to be fair was pleasantly surprising on arrival. Nice and clean everywhere and appartments... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Cambrils, Cambrils Park

The Best!

24th September 2006

I have been taking my merry band of family on holiday for five years now and we have been to 5 different places. Not anymore, Cambrils is the place for me. Vilafortuny beach which is the closest of th... Click to read

Suzie Gallagher, IE

Spain, Costa Blanca, Benidorm

Benidorm a Tale of Two Cities

5th June 2006

Benidorm is often referred to as the Blackpool of Spain which is a phrase that infuriates me as I come from Blackpool & holidayed in Benidorm since being a child.

Benidorm is split into 3 sections... Click to read

andrea stafford, Lancashiire, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Costa Adeje, Fanabe Hotel

Fanabe Hotel - Costa Adeje

10th September 2007

We have just returned as a family from Tenerife.
I was a bit worried having done it all from the internet including the transfers etc.
Fly Globespan flights were excellent and punctual and CHEAP!
Hote... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Del Sol, Benalmadena

Costa Del Sol - Something For Everyone!

1st September 2006

When my partner suggested "Costa Del Sol" for a holiday I was indeed sceptical, likening it to tacky, touristy "Blackpool". How suprised was I? We stayed on our first visit at "Holiday Palace", Benal... Click to read

angie beardsmore, derbyshire, UK

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca, Cala Millor, Hotel Don Pedro

Think twice beofre going to Don Pedro Hotel

28th October 2007

Based on other reviews posted on the web, we had high expectations of this hotel.

Upon entering the hotel, an overwhelming odour of what can only be described as "crude oil" was present.

The r... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Los Christianos

I'll come back to Paradise Park

30th August 2007

This has been one of the best stays I've ever experienced. The Hotel Paradise Park is a must for anyone travelling to Tenerife South. The service is the highlight for this one. Gently people is what y... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Occidental Grand Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura - The Windy Island

2nd January 2007

If you fancy a luxury holiday on short haul, than this Hotel is for you! The all inclusive 5 star Occidental Grand Fuerteventura is in an amazing location, right on the beach. The restaurants are grea... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Costa Adeje

nightmare

13th November 2007

We have stayed in a few all inclusive hotels but this one has to be the worst place we’ve stayed in ever.

On arrival at the Caledonia Park Hotel we were checked in and advised how to get to our ap... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa Del Inglés

Playa del Ingles fun for everyone

17th March 2007

We have been to gran canaria 4 times, playa del ingles 3 times also san augustin once(its a lot quieter than playa) and i can honestly say there is something for everyone our family age group is from ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Costa Adeje

When Five star becomes Four?

17th November 2007

Although this was a five star hotel it barely lived up to a four star standard. The chidrens club was an extra charge on which premise I would never have booked the holiday but they fail to advert... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Calero, Iberostar

A lovely break away in Lanzarote

15th January 2008

If you're looking for a chilled out time spent mainly lying next to beautiful pools amidst lush palms and gardens, cold beer on tap, friendly, helpful staff and amazing sunsets then look no further th... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Los Christianos

Ideal Holiday Location

16th August 2006

Los Christianos provided us with the ideal holiday location as we have 6 children who range from 9 months to 13 so we required a resort that offered a range of activities and this resort did this. Th... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Blanca, Benidorm, Flamingo Oasis

Best ever

25th October 2007

We had 2 weeks in this hotel and travelled with Globespan from Glasgow. We were very pleased with everything about this hotel. The staff were very helpful and pleasant. The choice of food was the b... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca

Best holiday tips

2nd July 2007

we stayed at the hotel maritimo, a 4 star hotel in Port Alcudia. The hotel was marvellous and we would recommend it to all.

The pool, the rooms, food, and style of the hotel were all great. The st... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca, Alcudia, Club Mac Jupiter Hotel

The worst hotel ever - avoid like the plague

4th November 2008

Okay so it was the last week of the season but does that mean everything should be shut and were down to tinned food and left overs? Seriosuly we turned up and the snacks available all day turned out ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Hotel Fuerteventura Princess

Hotel Fuerteventura Princess

2nd January 2007

This 5* all inclusive hotel oozes relaxation. The friendly staff greet you with a smile and are always on hand to make your stay a happy one. The waterfall in the pool and swim up bar are a nice break... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto Tahiche

Puerto Tahiche

5th January 2007

Just got back from Puerto Tahiche - what a holiday! The hotel itself looks great, clean pool area and reception. However, the rooms were pretty basic and in need of a bit of a make-over - not that w... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Menorca

A Perfect First Family Holiday.

18th June 2006

Review of Punta Prima Playa Apartments in Punta Prima Menorca, I had searched for a whole year for our first family holiday abroad and finally settled on Menorca.

The flight is just 2 and a half ho... Click to read

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Julie Moss, Cheshire, UK

Spain, Costa Brava, LLoret De Mar, Htop Royal Sun

What a disappointment

28th October 2007

4 adults arrived at our pre-booked hotel - The Royal Sun in Santa Susanna, after spending 3.5 hours trying to locate our hire car. The hotel was chosen for the area and the fact that it had direct acc... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Salou, Cambrils Park

Best family holiday ever

22nd December 2008

we went to cambrilspark this year,last year and going back in june of next year. It is a great family holiday spot with portaventura at your reach. There is also that much to do at the resort you don'... Click to read

suzanne reilly, IE

Spain, Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Calete de Fuste

A Little Piece of Paradise

24th July 2006

This full facilities private villa is truly home from home and is perfect for couples or families who love peace and quiet on holiday. It is situated only a few minutes walk from the main strip of r... Click to read

Marie McNamee, N. Lanarkshire, ES

Spain, Costa Brava, Tossa, Hotel Golden Bahia de Tossa

Poor 4* in Tossa

8th November 2007

A very disappointing supposedly 4* hotel. Air con about as useful as leaving a fridge door open. Crowded dining room. Hard beds. Off-hand reception.

I have e-mailed this hotel with various com... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca, Alcudia, Club Mac Jupiter Hotel

WELCOME TO THE JEREMY KYLE SHOW

17th September 2008

Welcome to the Jeremy Kyle Show

Upon our arrival our excitement quickly deminished whilst standing in a queue to book in to hotel Jupiter. There were several staff at the reception but the process c... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Calida, Murcia, La Manga Club

Los Olivos at La Manga Club

9th July 2006

Earlier this year we visited La Manga Club in Spain. We stayed in a lovely apartment called Los Olivos, it was a large ground floor 2 bed apartment, with a huge enclosed terrace area and was great f... Click to read

Paul Boniface, West Sussex, UK

Spain, Costa Blanca, Benidorm

Busy Old Benidorm!

16th April 2008

Benidorm is a great family location.

It has loads of spanish bars and even more english bars. The Best part is the beach it is amazing!

There is plenty to do in Benidorm including theme parks ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Moraira, Algas Beach Bar

Algas Beach Bar

9th January 2007

On the road to Calpe, from Moraira on the Costa Blanca, Algas Bar is a perfect place to chill out and have a spot of lunch whilst taking in the views of the nearby town, Moraira and the beach in front... Click to read

Clare Phillips, Kent, UK

Spain, Costa Brava, Santa Susanna

Bravo For Costa Brava

3rd May 2006

We are a family of four,and enjoyed this place so much, that we went back again the year after. We stayed at aqua ona brava hotel, very nice no complaints what so ever. Shops and cafe's nearby, lots o... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca, Alcudia, Club Mac Jupiter Hotel

Fantastic Holiday

29th May 2009

I have just returned from this wonderful holiday in alcudia, staying at the Jupiror Hotel. First of all... Please don't listen to all the bad reviews on this holiday with out readinfg the good one's, ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Benidorm, Las Dalmatas

Great Location

22nd August 2006

Good points for this hotel are location ie close to beach, shops and all thats going on in lively Benidorm. Also worth going half board as the food both breakfast and particularly dinner in the ev... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Los Cristianos

Parque de La Paz Apartments

1st June 2006

The Parque de la Paz Apartments are ideally located within the Plaza area of Las Americas, Tenerife. This is perfect if you are looking for accommodation centrally located but away from the hustle and... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca

Advice

14th December 2007

Im looking for somewhere to go in menorca, majorca with my boyfriend and i was just wondering if someone could give me some advice on where would be best to go for young couples. We want somewhere whe... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Calete de Fuste

Fuerteventura, an island of choice

28th March 2008

We like Fuerteventura and have been many times. The weather is scorching in summer so we like to go in winter when it is pleasantly warm. Caleta de Fustes is a resort we like, quieter than some of the... Click to read

Lynne Jenkins, UK

Spain, Costa Calida, Murcia, La Manga Club

Fantastic Apartment In La Manga

8th September 2007

Wow, what a place!
Just returned from 2 blissful weeks in La Manga.
We stayed in a gorgeous penthouse apartment in the Frente Marino complex at Tomas Maestre Marina.
We had sea views (Med & Mar Menor)... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto Del Carman

Playa Club Apartments - Puerto Del Carmen

21st August 2007

Our holiday with Thomas Cook went wrong from the very start. The plane was delayed taking off at Gatwick due to crew shortages (that happened last year as well). When we got to Lanzarote we were put o... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Brava, Santa Susanna, HTOP Pineda Palace

Winter Time, Cold, Cold and Cold-and that's just the food!

19th February 2008

Myself and my good lady have just returned from a short all inclusive break at the HTOP Pineda Palace, staying 15-18 February 2008.

We travelled with the sister in law and her hubby and despite at t... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Mallorca, Calas de Mallorca

Rubbish Food

2nd June 2006

The hotel was clean enough, but the location is a bit far out. Calas De is in the east of Majorca and the resort is very very well... mmm.... not the hustle and the buzz of what I had wanted. I found ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Brava, Lloret De Mar, Blanco & Negro

Holiday in LLoret

22nd November 2007

Blanco & Negro Apartments Lloret de Mar

My wife and I had booked into these apartments for one week end of October and beginning of November 2007. After reading not so good reviews about these apart... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Marbella, la villa marbella

Most Overrated Hotel in Europe

27th March 2009

Massively overrated place, more like a B&B rather than the boutique hotel it says it is. Waste of money. Tiny public areas, nowhere to hang-out with a drink and no staff when you need them. Also at le... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca, Alcudia, Club Mac Jupiter Hotel

Holiday Nightmares!

17th October 2008

I am 10 years old and i just recently got back from Jupiter hotel Alcuida, First of all the bins were OVERFLOWING and on the floor also i was ill with the FLOO I hated it and the staff were rud You h... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Andalucia, Nerja

Not a 4 Star Hotel

5th May 2006

We recently visited Nerja in the Costa del Sol and booked into the Hotel Puerta del Mar for the first two nights. That is a 2 star hotel and was fantastic. We spent the next 7 nights in the supposed 4... Click to read

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Tim Molloy, UK

Spain, Balearic Islands, Ibiza, San Antonio

If you enjoy being robbed then catalina is for you!

30th August 2007

Myself and 4 friends spent a week in the catalina apartment, where the apartment itself was situated was beautiful because of the ibiza sunset and because we where close to local shops, clubs and bars... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Hotel Fiesta Palm

My Fortnight in Ibiza

15th July 2006

This is one of the best holiday I have ever been on. we went in september and it was lovely and hot we only had 1 thunderstorm. There was a water park not far from the hotel which we went to twic... Click to read

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Julia Alcock, Norfolk, UK

Spain, Costa Blanca, Benidorm

Peacock Island

19th March 2007

If you're planning to holiday in Benidorm, make sure you take the ferry ride out to Peacock Island. There isn't much to do there, but there's a lovely, typically Spanish, restaurant and great views of... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas

Chill out in style

18th January 2008

First time away for xmas. 22nd Dec to 5th Jan. Unsure what weather would be like but took a risk. Xmas day 26 degs at 3.30pm. Didn't expect temps as high so was a bonus. Didn't warm up till 10am and t... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Valencia, Moraira

Spain at its best!

28th September 2006

This is my 3rd time that I have visited Moraira on the Costa Blanca and I am already planning my 4th!

The sea is azure blue and there are little bays which are a short drive from Moraira which are... Click to read

Clare Phillips, Kent, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Los Cristianos

Pleasant Memories of Relaxation (what'S That?!)

14th August 2006

Lying on the lounger on the balcony in the warm evening, looking up at the moon and a few stars beginning to twinkle......the pleasant sound of a saxophone playing "Moon river" drifts down from the n... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Portinatx Ibiza

Theres More Than Meet the Eye

10th August 2006

ive been several times now and love it more than ever! considering how busy ibiza gets in the summer months there are still places especially in potinatx where you can go and not see another soul al... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Matagorda

Ideal Winter Break

5th May 2006

Ideal place for winter break we had 2 weeks there in january 06 and stayed at Las Marianas apartments clean and tranquil,not far from shops and superkarkets and not far from good pub [New Inn] also ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Mallorca

Fantastic hotels in Majorca

18th June 2008

The most exclusive, beautiful and charming hotels in Mallorca. Whether you are looking for the peace and tranquility of our countryside and mountains, the warm welcome of our sunny beaches or shopping... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Valencia, Moraira, Mr car

Mr Car for affordable Car Hire

7th December 2007

If you are travelling to Valencia/Moraira and need car hire, look no further than Mr Car!

All cars can be collected from Valencia airport and paid for in Moraira town centre.

There is a selction o... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Blane

Mediterranean Spain

1st February 2008

Blanes, 50 miles north of Barcelona, is at first sight much the same as other Mediterranean resorts, but it is changing. Fewer English are using it, so it has a mixture of nationalities and the Spanis... Click to read

Mark Waterer, London, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Los Cristianos

Eating and Drinking in Los Cristianos

26th November 2007

We,ve been to most of the canary islands and thought Tenerife would be the same but we found Los Cristianos was different. A good mix of old fashined family holidays, swish up market resort, kiss me q... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Barcelona, Salou

Good Family Destination

17th July 2006

My partner and I travelled to Salou in October 2005. The Costa Dorada region is a lovely area of Spain with plenty to do. It is particularly suitable for families and was fairly quiet when we viste... Click to read

Deborah Hardwick, Cheshire, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Playa Blanca

club lanzasur bungalows

28th May 2007

This accomodation looks like it has been newly refurbished. A lovely reception area with a fishpond, a bridge and plants.

The food is the usual that you get where they are trying to please several na... Click to read

jacqueline howe, UK

Spain, Almeria, Mojacar

Mediterranean Bliss

18th May 2006

One of the most peaceful and beautiful resorts I recommend is only 2 ½ hours away from London and is situated on the South East coast of Spain. The resort is Mojacar, 45 minutes away from Almeria ai... Click to read

Samantha Cutting, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas

An experiment that failed

28th March 2008

We decided to go to Gran Canaria as a change, big mistake. Perhaps there are parts of the island we would have liked but we did not enjoy the Green Oasis Complex in Maspalomas. We were on an all-inclu... Click to read

Lynne Jenkins, UK

Spain, Rhonda

Spain offers choices

1st February 2008

We have enjoyed Spanish holidays on or near the beach, but this time we hired a villa inland. Our villa in a tiny village near Rhonda was an hour and a half’s drive inland from Malaga and was gorgeous... Click to read

Jacqui Kleinman, Kent, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Vicksol Bungalows

Vicksol Bungalows, Gran Canaria

12th October 2007

We were very disappointed with our holiday at Vicksol Bungalows in Gran Canaria. There was an initial mix up with our accommodation when we arrived and spent the first 36 hours of our week's holiday ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Playa de Las Americas

Hotel Parque de La Paz

13th June 2006

Went to Tenerfie not really knowing what to expect as i had never been before. The hotel was not the best. Cockroaches were a big problem if you had a ground floor like us. The ground floor rooms were... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca

Restaurant Treatment

18th June 2007

We stayed at the Astoira Playa hotel in Alcudia for two weeks in May and although we were happy with the hotel we were very, very dissatisfied with the treatment we received in the hotel restaurant. T... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote

Lanzarote, a bit too barren

7th April 2008

I know that you are told how Lanzarote is barren, some people even call it a moonscape but it still disappointed us because of the lack of greenery. The drive from the airport to our hotel had everyon... Click to read

Lynne Brooke, Essex, UK

Spain, Marbella, Hotel Puento Romano

Not 5*

13th July 2006

This hotel was a slightly above average hotel at 5* prices. The food was below standard, breakfast terrible, service ....not the best. At around 1.30am the bar closed as the staff were tired!! The... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Cala Galdana

Dream Awhile

6th August 2006

Travelling through the centre of Menorca there is nothing to prepare you for the most magical views in store. As you approach Cala Galdana down the steep bank you are amazed at the colours of this mo... Click to read

Lynne Cornish, Tyne and Wear, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura, Windy Island

1st February 2008

In Spanish it means windy island and it is! We stayed all inclusive in two different hotels. We spent time on the beach or around the pools but also tried lots of sports, tennis, football and water po... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto de la cruz

Tenerife has two sides

14th March 2008

Tenerife quite literally has two very different sides; the south has all the noisy amenities and the continual sunshine, while the north has much more cloud and quieter resorts with a greener landscap... Click to read

Mark Savill, Essex, UK

Spain, Costa Brava, Santa Susanna, HTOP Pineda Palace

Short break @ the Royal Sun. Early March

26th March 2008

We had booked back in november to go back to the santa susanna hotel.(Htop) which we like very much..2 days prior to arrival i received a email saying out hotel was shut and we were being upgraded to ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Barcelona, Hotel Inglatera

Gaudi and Barcelona

13th June 2006

Wow! I've heard many people extolling the Beauty of Barcelona and Gaudi's buidings and art but I was blown away. Four days are just about right for you first visit to see the basics but if you're a r... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria - a fine destination

14th March 2008

We stayed at a splendid hotel with a tremendous pool; it really was terrific. We visited the beach a couple of times but they were very hot and volcanic so we preferred the pool. It was a lazy hotel, ... Click to read

Peter Upham, UK

Spain, Balearic Islands, Menorca, Santo Tomas

Beautiful, Tranquil Place to Chill Out - Paradise in the Med

30th April 2006

We stayed in Santo Tomas in late May 2006 and had a fantastic short break. The weather the amazing (not too hot and cooled off at night), the hotel and restaurant staff we really friendly and beach... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Del Sol, Benalmadena

Two Spains, one to enjoy, one to avoid

9th January 2008

I have just enjoyed a family Christmas in the Sunterra resort, Royal Oasis at Benal Beach near Benemadena.

The coastal strip in this part of Spain is populated by ex-pat British folk while the ori... Click to read

Rebecca , Kent, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Playa de Las Americas

Fantastic retreat in a busy resort

9th January 2008

Hotel Villa Cortes in Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, is conveniently situated adjacent to the nightlife and shopping of this popular resort but immediately you walk into the foyer it is as if you ha... Click to read

Steve , Broadstairs, UK

Spain, Marbella, Hotel Puento Romano

Rubbish and overpriced!

23rd July 2008

I am not surprised by the previous review at all we booked to eat at the restaraunt and it was absolutley apalling, they had given our table away, we had to argue to get seated and sorry that we had b... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Barcelona, Salou

Victor the Marvel!

20th August 2006

We stayed at the Calypso hotel in Salou,I have 2 children,aged 11 and 15,I did not know I had them! The entertainment team were first class. At no time did I get those immortal words,"I"m bored"! Noth... Click to read

lynda hunt, west yorkshire, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Golf du sur

Relaxation and Peace in Tenerife

29th January 2008

There are quiter places on Tenerife; you do not have to stay in a big noisy resort. We stayed inan apartment on Golf du Sur and had a very pleasant gentle week, which is waht we enjoy at our age! Ther... Click to read

Sandra Cox, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote

Fantasic family holiday

9th January 2008

What every family with young children wants is a comfy apartment, beach nearby and safe surroundings. Beach House Villas in Lanzarote gave us all of that and more. The private beach was real sand (no... Click to read

Steve Vining, Ashford, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Los Cristianos

Tenerife, family centre

28th March 2008

This was our first holiday together as a couple and we found ourselves in a family centre, perhaps we should have chosen more carefully. Our apartment had plumbing problems that were not attended to. ... Click to read

Sandra Bowles, UK

Spain, Canary Islands

The costa FORTUNA

13th June 2007

From the World Of Cruising Magazine, available through the CaptainOwl Cruise Club at www.CaptainOwl.co.uk.

The Watts clan from Suffolk set off to sample cruising ‘Italian style’ on the East... Click to read

CaptainOwl Editor, UK

Spain

Optional Extra Sea View

11th December 2007

We spent over £2000 on a Thomas Cook Holiday and paid £196 extra for a sea view. When we arrived at the hotel we were given a non sea view room. On complaining we were told the hotel did not have a se... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Ibiza, Sante

Ibiza has unspoilt places.

7th April 2008

Ibiza has clubs and noise but that is not all, we found peaceful, beautiful quiet beaches too. We stayed in Sante in a self-catering apartment right next to such a beautiful beach. The ten-minute walk... Click to read

Lynne Brooke, Essex, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Gran Canaria

Didnt know that Gran Canaria was a gay resort.

7th April 2008

My sister accompanied me to Gran Canaria and we didn't expect to find ourselves in such a free and easy environment - perhaps that is why it attracts the gay community; some like the nudist beaches to... Click to read

Lynne Brooke, Essex, UK

Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote

Last minute deals

9th January 2008

I booked a week in Lanzarote at the very last minute and discovered I had paid 50% less than other guests for the same holiday.

We were in a family apartment complex with pool and bar. My partner ... Click to read

Hannah , Kent, UK

Spain, Costa Blanca, Benidorm, hotel magic tropicana, rock suites

definately no magic here

23rd August 2008

I have just spent a week in the tropicana suites (15 - 22 /08 ) and it was the worst holiday hotel i have took my family to ever.With flights and the hotel the total cost was approx 2750gbp, what a wa... Click to read

joseph boyle, UK

Spain

Lanzarote in June!!

25th June 2006

We travelled with Monarch Airlines from London Gatwick on 12th June 2006, to Cost Teguise, Lanzarote for a week. The flights were ontime and found the plane had more legroom than normal :-) we were w... Click to read

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Hannah Tarrant, Kent, UK

Spain, Marbella, la villa marbella

La Villa Marbella rip-off

27th March 2009

Oh what a rip-off this place is. Saw hundreds of 5/5 reviews elsewhere and they must be fakes. This is not a boutique hotel at all, it's just a collection of apartments - clean apartments granted - bu... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Del Sol, Tossa de Mar

Tossa Anyone???

9th June 2006

Very quiet but with fun places available. Very old Spain and the place where artists always went to paint, which should give you some idea how picturesque it is. One road in one road out, recommended ... Click to read

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Jeanne Brown, West Yorkshire, UK

Spain, Barcelona, Camping Sanguli

Carry on Keycamping - Spanish Style!

25th May 2006

What can I say - this city break was excellent! I can safely say that it is one of my favourite holidays ever! We stayed at a fantastic campsite in Salou. It was easy to get there - we booked a flig... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Paguera

Sit Back Relax and Enjoy!

27th August 2006

I have recently returned from the resort of Paguera which is on the island of Majorca. I stayed at the Bella Colina which is a two star small and friendly hotel 18Km from Palma. Each room has en s... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Barcelo Santiago Hotel

February in Tenerife

18th January 2008

We have been going for years; lying on a sunbed thinking of the cold dismal weather at home. It's a great tonic. We regularly go to Barcelo Santiago Hotel, near Los Gigantos. There are three pools and... Click to read

Eileen , Kent, UK

Spain, Costa Del Sol, Malaga

Holiday in Spain

25th August 2006

Holidaying in Spain is very good, nice resorts, the Atlantic, very close to Africa and all year round sunshine. I have been to Spain twice and I enjoyed myself. I look forward to going there again. I... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Santa Ponca

The Hordes Can Have It

19th May 2006

Santa Ponca has great history and the local community have fascinating customs, but the drunken tourists and the open drug dealing on the streets I am sorry but the 8 million people who visit the isl... Click to read

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Suzie Gallagher, IE

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto de la cruz, Hotel Botanico

Great hotel in the North of the Island

28th January 2008

When travelling to Tenerife most people head to the south of the Island. However if you fancy somewhere a little different and no where near as crowded try Puerto de la Cruz and stay at the Hotel Bota... Click to read

Steve , Broadstairs, UK

Spain, Valencia

Definitely No Frills Airline

11th May 2006

We were on our way to our annual holiday in Spain and chose to fly with Ryanair from Stansted to Valencia. We arrived at Stansted on time and joined the queue at the check in desk ( of which th... Click to read

Clare Phillips, Kent, UK

Spain, Galicia

Remote, Safe, Friendly & Picturesque

25th July 2008

I have German friends who until eighteen months ago had lived in Kent for many years. They had made a few visits to Galicia (N.W.Spain), and decided that was the place they wanted to live.

They ... Click to read

Ann Prebble, UK

Spain, Granada, Alhambra

Wonderful Granadas' Alhambra

9th June 2006

Few buildings in the world have the magical air that the Alhambra in Granada has. It represents everything that has influenced and made Spain the country it is today.

During the long Muslim occup... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Seville

Seville City Break

19th January 2007

Despite travelling at the end of October, it was still very hot during the day (28 degrees)and the evenings seemed hot - no jacket required!! We booked independently, the hotel was lovely and clean. w... Click to read

Rob Betson, UK

Spain, Balearic Islands, Playa den Bossa

Superb Entertainment

15th August 2006

A great place to go. the staff are very helpful but a special mention to the entertainment staff who work their socks off to ensure everybody has a great time. sports and shows are brilliant. they no... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Marbella, Gran Hotel Guadalpin

Gran Hotel Guadalpin - Marbella

8th January 2007

Stayed at The Gran Hotel Guadalpin in Marbella for the ABTA Conference. Great Location 15 minute walk to the Old Town right next door to the Convention Centre. The hotel has the most amazing Spa facil... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca

Amazing 5 star luxury

9th January 2008

The Gran Hotel Son Net in Majorca blew us away. It is a taxi ride outside Palma but well worth the trip.

We went for a romantic dinner and were given a full hotel tour by the management who are obv... Click to read

Steve , Broadstairs, UK

Spain, Costa Brava, Tossa, esmeraldas aparthotel

Esmeraldas Aparthotel... a little gem for our little gems

9th January 2009

Esmeraldas Aparthotel, Tossa De Mar, Spain I've been meaning to write this review for ages!! This fun packed hotel is great for families with children of all sorts of ages. We spent a lot of the time... Click to read

Bill Pashley, ES

Spain, Barcelona

Browsing Barcelona

9th August 2006

Barcelona is a must for all, from its vibrant nightlife to its shopping heaven. My little boy who was 4 when we visited loved the statues down L"Ramblas. The fountains at Mont Juic are a must, they s... Click to read

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Anonymous

Spain, Costa Del Sol, Puerto Banus

Great Family Holiday

23rd May 2006

We have just returned from Aloha Gardens, Puerto Banus. The apartment was lovely, well furnished and there are 2 swimming pools and a jacuzzi. We all loved swimming in the pool and the beach is only... Click to read

Zoe Boniface, West Sussex, UK

Spain, Barcelona

August in Barcelona

1st July 2006

WE ARE REGULAR VISITORS TO BARCELONA SO CHOSE IT AS THE DESTINATION TO SPEND OUR 30TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY. WE DECIDED TO GO A LITTLE MORE UP MARKET BUT STILL FELT WE WOULD LIKE MORE TO SPEND THAN S... Click to read

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PAULINE JONES, SHROPSHIRE, UK

Spain, Santander

Five Star Luxury in Sanatander

28th April 2006

We booked this 5-star hotel via the web as a start to our driving holiday in the Pyrenees and south of France. Although 5-star, the hotel wasn't at all overbearing and pretentious. They actually make ... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Alicante

Our own hideaway in Spain

28th March 2008

We bought a small apartment In Spain, adjacent to the Salt Lakes near Alicante because we love the area. There are often cheap flights and it is easy enough to drive. In due course we may retire there... Click to read

Lesley Hill, Wales, UK

Spain, Costa Blanca, Murla, Jalon Valley, Villa Asquith

Q) When is a villa not a villa ? (A) When its Villa Asquith !!

16th June 2008

booked this 'villa' directly with the owner through ownersdirect. The property ref on there is S6586.

We'd stayed in the Jalon Valley area a few times before, so were looking forward to a quiet ... Click to read

Mark Barrow, UK

Spain, Bilbao, Bilbao

More Than Just the Guggenheim!

20th August 2006

Bilbao is a city of contrasts. On the one hand you have the famous Guggenheim museum, a modern building overlooking the river, on the other hand you have the old town, with its historic buildings, w... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Barcelona, Oliva

Spring Forward to Spain!

27th August 2006

Take advantage of the clock change at Springtime and cheap flights to have an EASY journey to OLIVA via Barcelona overnight. At 65 I thought I was too old to take the slow route to visit my sister i... Click to read

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Campbell MacNab, Hampshire, UK

Spain, Valencia, Valencia airport

Mr Car for car hire

7th December 2007

I have flown to Valencia Aiport on numerous occasions and have always used Mr Car for car hire. Their is a selection of cars available to hire and all have a full tank of petrol upon collection. You c... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, lanzarote, costa teguise

EATING OUT IN COSTA TEGUISE

21st August 2008

We were on an all inclusive at ficus apartments in Costa Teguise, although the accomodation was ok, the standard of food left a lot to be desired. After a few days we tired of the food at the hotel an... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain

Barcelona

17th May 2006

If you fly into Girona, remember to check the train from Girona to Barcelona is the correct one or you will end up in France. Buy the T10 metro ticket. You can travel on the metro, bus or tram for up... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Barcelona

A City For Everyone

11th June 2006

Barcelona has to be the jewel in the crown when it comes to city breaks. Just over two hours and you arrive in a city that has something to offer eveyone. If your ideal break includes looking at bea... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Costa Del Sol, Estepona

Brilliant Summer Sunshine

14th March 2008

We stayed in a large rented villa, 5 bedrooms with a pool, in the hills behind Estepona. We were there to relax; I was meant to be doing my final revision before A levels so we did not plan too many o... Click to read

Oliver Kleinman, Kent, UK

Spain

Pont Aven

26th June 2006

We wanted to go on a touring holiday through France. We decided to take the ferry to Spain and drive though the Pyrenees then up through France. We booked a crossing with Brittany Ferries travelling... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Barcelona

Pere V Hotel

6th July 2006

I visited Pere V hotel in Barcelona for a 3 night city break. The hotel is well positioned approx 10 minute walk from the water front. The hotel was very clean and well presented. Rooms large, bright... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Balearic Islands, Santa de Cruz

Happy Sun

26th July 2006

Great place to visit, town so clean, people so friendly the hotel had good enterniment all night. enjoyed the town centre good dance clubs. The food was great and cheap. We enjoyed a great xmas bre... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife

Spectacular Teide

18th December 2007

Teide is a volcano in the middle of Tenerife which you can get a coach tour or drive up to. It's in the middle of a national park and its weird to drive up through the clouds to find a place thats lik... Click to read

Anonymous

Spain, Castile, Salamanca

Beautiful Salamanca

3rd June 2008

On a touring holiday in Spain we visited Salamanca. It is known as the oldest University city in Europe and it certainly has a beautiful old heart. We stayed at Hotel Rector, which we found in Alista... Click to read

Mary Collamber, UK

Spain, Toledo

Toledo, Spains best city!

3rd June 2008

Toledo is the place to be over Easter! The parades are spectacular and seem to be genuinely part of the cultural life of the residents and not organised for visitors as so often around the world. We ... Click to read

Mary Collamber, UK