Spain and its islands are a veritable treasure chest brimming
with unforgettable scenery, unique microclimates that usher in
months of glorious sunshine, cosmopolitan cities and chic islands
rich in history and exhilarating nightlife.
Its cultural heritage is bursting with
flamenco, paintings, operas, literature, sport and flamboyant,
colourful fiestas, with its underlying common thread being the
Spaniards' passion for life and family, ensuring you of a warm
welcome and a great time.
Flying time: Barcelona - 2 hours 5
minutes. Malaga - 2 hours 50 minutes. Palma - 2 hours 20
minutes. Tenerife South - 4 hours 30 minutes. Ibiza - 2 hours
30 minutes.
Time difference: Spanish Mainland GMT +1
hr Tenerife - GMT
Getting there: Direct services operate to all
the major Spanish cities with British Airways, BMI & Iberia and
with Monarch and Easyjet to Tenerife
Currency: Euro
Visas: British passport holders do not require
a visa. All other nationals please check visa requirements with the
embassy.
Best time to visit: There is never really a bad
season to visit Spain. Spring and autumn however are one of the
better times to travel. Spring is the season for festivals, hence
preferred by many. Spain is extremely crowded in the summer months
of July and August. Tenerife enjoys excellent weather year-round
and can be visited at any time. The busiest periods are through the
winter, and during school holidays.