City Portrait: Pamplona

City Portrait: Pamplona

For many people, Pamplona conjures up images of one of the biggest and most famous festivals in the world: the festival of Sanfermines, otherwise known simply as “the running of the bulls”. However, if this festival (and the July heat that goes along with it) is a bit...
Madrid in Dance

Madrid in Dance

The Madrid en Danza International Dance Festival is an event of truly global scale that attracts numerous dance companies from all over the world. It encompasses the full range of dance styles, from classical to avant-garde, and a wide variety of national and...
Spain’s liquid gold: olive oil

Spain’s liquid gold: olive oil

Around the world, the “Mediterranean diet” is celebrated for its long list of health benefits. At its heart is one key ingredient – olive oil. From preventing cancer to reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, the health benefits of olive oil are unrivaled. It’s no...
The season for wine tourism in Spain

The season for wine tourism in Spain

Like its cuisine, the wine of Spain has achieved international acclaim for its superb quality and unique characteristics. Spanish wine producers wisely balance thousands of years of tradition and expertise with the most modern techniques. Spain’s ideal growing...
City Portrait: Oviedo

City Portrait: Oviedo

Set in the heart of Asturias in the northern region known as “Green Spain”, elegant Oviedo offers a sharp contrast to some of its more working class neighbors. As the Asturian capital, the city’s noble history can be seen in its grand architecture, which has been...