Travel information Spain

In Spain atraveo offers a selection of more than 12,000 holiday homes and apartments. Many of those holiday houses are so-called fincas which is usually an old farmhouse or a country estate with a restored country house. Fincas can be found all over Spain, on the Balearic Islands, along the Mediterranean coast as well as on the Canary Islands. Usually they offer various amenities like a swimming pool and other wellness facilities such as sauna and whirlpool. Most of the fincas offer enough space for larger parties and are ideal for families and groups. But of course atraveo also offers other types of holiday apartments and houses in Spain. The range of offers includes secluded holiday houses which are ideal for hiking holidays in the Pyrenees or in the green Spanish north, basic holiday apartments at the hotspots of Spain’s coasts which are the ideal alternative to a hotel as well as luxurious villas at the jet set coast Costa del Sol. Plenty of sunshine in peak and low seasons Spain holiday makers naturally appreciate the summer vacations along Spain’s coasts as well as on the Balearic and Canary Islands. Great beaches, ideal water temperatures and diverse entertainment provide for perfect holiday conditions during summer. However the regions also lure with great offers during the off-peak seasons. Even in winter the climate of most coastal areas is dominated by mild temperatures and those seeking tranquillity and recreation are anyway better booking a holiday home outside the tourist centres or during the off season. This is the period where one can fin empty beaches in coastal areas and enjoy sun, beach and sea all for oneself. An insider tip in this context is the Costa Verde in the north of Spain with heavenly beaches and beautiful nature which is almost untouched by mass tourism. However snow and never-ending springtime can be discovered as well. Spain has recently started to distinguish itself more and more as a destination for skiing holidays. The snowy slopes and hillsides of the Pyrenees and the Sierra Nevada guarantee enjoyment and the prices in these “exotic” skiing destinations are usually more moderate than those in Alpine skiing areas such as Germany, Austria, Switzerland or Italy. Those who look for warm temperatures all through the year should enjoy the never-ending spring on the Canary Islands. Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Gomera, El Hierro and La Palma promise warm temperatures and ideal options for vacations at the seaside due to their relative proximity to the Equator. Travelling by car There are many ways to get to your finca in Spain. The probably most convenient way is to travel by plane. International airports which are serviced with regular and chartered flights are usually located in the proximity of major holiday resorts both on the mainland and the islands. Possibly it might be necessary or convenient to rent a car – depending on the location of your holiday home. You can also travel by car or train – at least if your travel destination is situated on the Spanish mainland. Although there are regular ferries servicing the islands (e.g. from Barcelona or Valencia to Majorca) the crossing extends the journey time considerably. When travelling by car you should plan in at least one overnight stay. The most common routes lead through France and then along the foothills of the Pyrenees to Catalonia with its Costa Brava and the colourful metropolis Barcelona. The most popular destinations with atraveo customers for a holiday home vacation in Spain are especially the Canary as well as the Balearic Islands. Throughout the year you can enjoy a great holiday here. Of course the most popular island is Majorca, but also the other islands such as Ibiza and Menorca as well as Tenerife, Gran Canaria and the others are favoured by holiday makers. On the Spanish mainland atraveo customers prefer especially the coastal areas of the Costa Brava and Costa Blanca. But also the regions of Andalusia as well as the area around Valencia have become very popular travelling destinations. What is your favourite region for a holiday home vacation in Spain? Browse through the offers, for example from island to island or from coast to coast and look for your dream domicile under the Spanish sun! In our blogs you can find more information on holiday home vacations in Spain.

From the northern border with France down to the border with Portugal the areas of the Spanish Mediterranean coast string together: Costa Brava, Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol are just the most famous ones. Why don’t you take a look at the atraveo offers along the Costa Dorada, Costa del Azahar, Costa Calida or Costa Tropical. The chances of finding the perfect holiday house are as good as it is on one of the two famous Spanish island groups, the Canary and Balearic Islands. Spain offers everything you need for a great vacation at the seaside. Long beaches, kid’s playing at the beach under gloriously blue skies whilst the parents enjoy the time out from all the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the tranquillity. A dip in the sea for cooling-off, an ice cream at the near-by kiosk or bathing in the sun on a comfy sun lounger. Also the multi-faceted cultural life in Spain provides for entertainment. This does not only include the many interesting exhibitions and museums, such as the Guggenheim museum in Bilbao or the great museums in Valencia and Barcelona – but also party animals and night owls will get their money’s worth. Beside the Canary and Balearic Islands atraveo customers favour especially the Costa Blanca and Costa Brava as well as the region of Andalusia in the south and the area around Valencia.