Famed for its architectural treasures, Barcelona is dotted with striking Gothic cathedrals, fantastical Modernisme creations and avant-garde works. Building first boomed in the late Middle Ages, when Barcelona was seat of the Catalan empire. In the late 19th century, the city broke its medieval confines and was transformed through whimsical …
Read More »Spain prepares to welcome travelers worldwide in June
It’s a summer of sun, sea and COVID certificates in Spain as the country prepares to welcome international tourists back on June 7. Spain’s prime minister Pedro Sánchez today announced the return of tourism in June by confirming that vaccinated travelers worldwide, including the US and Canada, will be permitted to enter …
Read More »Spain to reopen to holidaymakers from UK On 24 May
Spanish tourism officials have confirmed visitors from the United Kingdom will be able to travel to the country for a holiday from Monday. Travellers from the UK will not need to present a negative Covid-19 test, as long as they have remained in the country for the past 14 days. …
Read More »BARC-ALONE Spain holidays are off unless UK lets Spanish tourists in, tourism minister warns
HOPES for a summer holiday in Spain were given a boost this week, when the country’s tourism minister revealed plans to welcome Brits in June. But the warm welcome came with a warning this morning – reciprocate for Spanish tourists in the UK or the deal’s off. As Sun Online …
Read More »Spain has extended the UK travel ban to February due to the mutant Covid strain
The country was among many to stop flights after the new strain was reported in December. While some destinations closed their borders, others suspended flights to holidaymakers wanting to enter the country. Spain initially banned non-essential travel into the country until January 9, before extending it to January 19 – …
Read More »Christmas Travel: Mallorca, Spain
Nativity scenes, Christmas markets … the island dresses up during holidays. Strolling through its cities, its towns and letting yourself get infected by the Mallorcan Christmas spirit is fundamental. Also, you can not miss the annual Christmas swim in the port of Palma. Find accommodation, book your tickets and enjoy!
Read More »Spain: La Sagrada Família
If you have time for only one sightseeing outing, this should be it. Gaudí’s unparalleled, Unesco-listed La Sagrada Família inspires awe by its sheer verticality, and in the manner of the medieval cathedrals it emulates, it’s still under construction. Work began in 1882 and is hoped (perhaps optimistically) to be …
Read More »JUST three countries in Europe are deemed to be “not high-risk” according to disease experts
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control’s (ECDC) latest map shows just Norway, Finland, and parts of Germany. The map combines the current 14-day coronavirus rate, as well as testing rate and positive test rate, and puts nearly all of Europe in the high-risk zone. The countries are deemed …
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