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People walking around in front of the Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica de la Encarnación in Málaga, Spain, an ornate off-white colored cathedral with several towers

As cities in Spain continue to implement measures to restrict short-term vacation housing, the messaging has been misconstrued. Here’s the latest on travel to and within Spain.

February 21, 2025 04:30 PM

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Jessica Benavides Canepa

Two-car train traveling on a bridge over Spain's Ebro River

The country is following in France’s footsteps with a proposed ban on short-haul domestic flights.

March 8, 2024 04:30 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Locals and visitors alike will be able to board the trains for free starting September 1.

To help with rising inflation, Spain is allowing complimentary travel on trips between popular tourism destinations and on some commuter rides.

July 21, 2022 11:11 AM

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Bailey Berg

The Sagrada Família church rising up behind some trees in Barcelona with cranes and construction scaffolding on the church

The iconic Barcelona church is set to be completed during the 100-year anniversary of the death of its esteemed architect, Antoni Gaudí.

June 13, 2024 05:59 PM

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Blane Bachelor

COVID + Travel

Spain Has Reopened to U.S. Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know

A writer based in Barcelona describes the current situation in Spain and what travelers who want to go should know.

July 12, 2021 07:27 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

COVID + Travel

Spain Now Welcoming All U.S. Visitors—No Vaccine, Test, or Quarantine Needed

After initially opening only to vaccinated Americans in early June, almost all requirements have now been dropped for U.S. travelers entering Spain.

July 1, 2021 08:46 PM

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Michelle Baran

History + Culture

Spain’s Parador Hotels Let You Sleep Where Royalty Ruled and Battles Ensued

The government has converted 97 significant buildings into boutique hotels up and down the country, making for a history-rich road trip.

October 9, 2019 06:28 PM

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Andrea Guthmann

Where to Travel Next

Spain Just Named This Small Town Its Most Beautiful Village

The medieval town of Albarracín beat out 249 other places in a survey in the newspaper El País.

October 10, 2018 01:20 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

Spain’s Most Substantial Stew Is the Definition of Comfort Food

A pot of cocido madrileño is served with a fascinating history—and lots of flavor.

January 9, 2018 10:52 AM

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Leah Messinger

Road Trips

Spain’s Death Coast Is Actually Your Dream Road Trip

A 4-day road trip to land’s end shows an entirely enchanting side of Spain.

February 1, 2016 08:20 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Spain

Overview

May 23, 2018 02:39 PM

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Brandy Bell

Food + Drink

The Sweet Spanish Treat That Will Get You Through Winter

Eaten with churros or a spoon, warm chocolate a la taza is divine.

April 28, 2014 07:33 PM

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Jeff Koehler

Restaurants + Cafés

How (and Where) to Eat Tapas Like the Spaniards Do

Where to eat the best tapas in Madrid, Sevilla, Barcelona, and San Sebastián—plus how to order them like the locals do.

June 25, 2012 01:17 PM

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Christopher Hall

Festivals + Events

Inside the San Fermín Festival in Pamplona

There’s a lot more to the San Fermín festival than the running of the bulls. In Pamplona, a skeptic learns what it’s really like to attend the biggest summer fiesta in Basque country.

April 4, 2012 12:09 PM

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Lisa Abend

Alfonso XII Monument in Parque de El Retiro, with consists of statue of a rider on a horse on a towering pedestal surrounded by decorative columns on lake Monumento in Madrid, Spain.

UNESCO World Heritage

The Best Way to See Madrid is on a Walking Tour

Stroll through historic streets and see the skyline from beautiful rooftops.

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