Travel Stories

Jul 13, 2023 • 5 min read

We asked four travel writers about the their favorite under-the-radar vacation spots in their native Spain.

Jul 10, 2023 • 7 min read

You’ve probably never been to Spain’s Cíes Islands, but we have a lot of reasons why you should. Here's what you need to know.

Jul 10, 2023 • 4 min read

From the liveliest events to when you'll find the best weather, here's when to visit Spain.

Jul 7, 2023 • 4 min read

Don't let your visa application mess up your trip to Spain. Here's everything you need to know about whether you need one.

Jun 30, 2023 • 8 min read

Explore Spain's unique cultural heritage and savor its delectable cuisine with these incredible road trip routes.

Jun 26, 2023 • 5 min read

Traveling around Spain is convenient, efficient and manageable — thanks to its advanced and accessible public transport infrastructure.

Jun 21, 2023 • 6 min read

From speaking Spanish to avoiding common tourist mistakes, this guide full of top tips can get you ready for a trip to Spain.

Jun 20, 2023 • 7 min read

Spain is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, and it isn't hard to see why. Here's our pick of the best places to visit when you get there.

Jun 8, 2023 • 10 min read

There are so many incredible experiences awaiting you in Spain. Here are some of the very best.

Jun 6, 2023 • 7 min read

Lonely Planet’s Amy Lynch recently took the new ferry route from southeast Ireland to northern Spain. Here’s her report.

May 16, 2023 • 6 min read

With Santiago de Compostela in sight, the best part of the Camino Portugués may require you to take a detour.

May 12, 2023 • 5 min read

Spain has an unmatched lineup of unique summertime festivals. Here are the best to experience in 2023.

May 5, 2023 • 7 min read

A new train line takes riders through lesser-known regions of northern Portugal and Spain with an intriguing Celtic heritage.

Apr 21, 2023 • 5 min read

It takes a few transfers to get between the two Iberian capitals by train. And they’re worth it.

Mar 28, 2023 • 7 min read

How do you decide between visiting Spain or Portugal, two of the world’s most beguiling countries? We’ve asked a pair of seasoned writers to persuade you.

Mar 14, 2023 • 6 min read

The week leading up to Easter brings parades, solemn observances, music and more, all over Spain. Here’s what need to know about visiting for Semana Santa.

Feb 20, 2023 • 4 min read

Spain expert Isabella Noble recommends two all-train itineraries for taking in beaches, cities and out-of-the-way destinations in sensational Spain.

Dec 1, 2022 • 7 min read

Spain helps to ease the cost of living and travel with free public-transport schemes.

Nov 14, 2022 • 10 min read

With its cliffs, waves, landscapes, and recipes, northern Spain is a gorgeously green gem overlooked by many travelers

Oct 16, 2022 • 7 min read

Food and wine are national obsessions in Spain, and rightly so. From tapas to wine, jamón to paella, here are the best Spanish dishes and where to try them.

Sep 27, 2022 • 5 min read

Spain's diverse landscape makes it a true hiker's paradise. Here are five of the best trails.

Jul 21, 2022 • 9 min read

Be seduced by all that Spain has to offer with these top itineraries.