From discovery of long and fascinating history to relaxing on beaches of Balearics, museum hopping to shopping, a trip to Spain is a celebration of diversity. Barcelona 's stunning art nouveau architecture, Madrid 's passion for flamenco dancers, Andalusian white village trails with rural charms of Spanish village, and coastlines of Costa del Sol offers insights to Spanish lifestyle.


Experience the distinctive dazzling natural environment; get acquainted with the local customs, traditions, enjoy the holiday celebrations and discover exceptional monumental heritage.


A walk through any Spanish city leads you past a Moorish fort, tapas bars or parks where guitarists are practising. Hiking, walking trails and excursions are best ways to discover Spain's natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Sit outside any cafe, enjoy a coffee and watch the world go by.

 

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Airports
Spain has 47 airports of which 20 are international. One can travel all over Europe as well as to Canada, America and South America from the major international airports in the country -Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga and Alicante. One can rent a car from one of the many agencies located in the terminal upon arrival at the airport. One has to complete formalities like paying of vehicle insurance, name n age of the driver (s), any additional features such child seats, etc, before driving around the city in the rented car.

Apartments
Holiday apartments can be rented or purchased along the coastal line as well as next to many of the beaches. Large group of friends or families taking a vacation together do find apartments an ideal place to rent instead of hotels. They fall cheaper than hiring more rooms at hotels or a big villa. Depending upon the number of people, an apartment of that size can be rented. Most apartments are ideally located near all the airports of the major cities.

Hotels
The grading system of all the hotels in Spain makes it easier to find a hotel to suit an individual's taste and budget. The usual facilities like restaurant and bar, 24 hr room service and other recreational facilities like tennis, swimming pool are offered by almost all the hotels. Hotels, Government owned hotels "Paradores", local "Hostals" and down scale hotels "Pensions" are other inexpensive options for accommodation. Paradores, hostals and pensions offer more simple yet enjoyable stay.

Mortgages
Mortgages are a great way to finance any kind of property purchase. They are available for any kind of apartment or villa, right from the modest to the most luxurious. Almost all banks give mortgages on all types of property, but one needs to provide them with enough proof that you can make monthly mortgages payment. Banks in Spain offer mortgages up to the maximum loan of value of 80% for residents and 75% for non residents.

Property
To purchase property in Spain, one needs to have a residence permit. To obtain a residence permit, you must either have a job or have proof of sufficient funds to support yourselves and your family. One should retain a good lawyer who can complete all the legalities of purchasing real estate without giving you a headache.

Villas
Villas in Spain can be rented all through the year at reasonable rates. All the regions in Spain offer variety of villas to suit every taste and budget. The rent of the villas varies with villa size, style, length of stay, number of people, utilities, and any additional features such lawn, terrace, etc. One can rent or buy villas that are close to the beaches, coastal line as well as those in the interiors.