Spain

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.