Spain is a fantastic family destination, with enough coastline to fill your summers for years to come. The resorts are designed for easy family travel and all of the country’s resort towns and regions are considered to be extremely safe. Dining is made easy with hotel restaurants but there are also many restaurants, cafes and eateries offering a great mix of traditional Spanish, English and international cuisine. Cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Granada and Valencia all offer a great fusion of sightseeing, architecture, shopping and attractions so there’s always something to do if you’re travelling with kids.

Spanish cuisine is welcomingly flavoursome and extremely accessible; with plenty of dishes which can appeal to different taste buds and preferences. Many travellers find Spanish food extremely easy to fall in love and common ingredients include tomato based sauces, garlic, olives and olive oil, rice and grains, potatoes and various herbs and spices as well as a wide variety of meats, fish and vegetables. Tapas culture in the cities makes for an interesting way to eat; the art of tasting small dishes instead of consuming large meals can give you so much flexibility when ordering from a menu and can allow travellers to taste something new as they frequent each tapas bar. Some national dishes that you simply have to try whilst in Spain are Tortilla Espanola, Gazpacho, Pisto, Pollo al Ajillo, Paella, and Cochinillo Asado.

Spain’s history is rich, diverse and full of grandeur. From striking gothic architecture to Roman monuments, Spain is one of the most interesting countries to explore on foot. It’s the second largest country in Western Europe and Spanish culture is best known for its world famous flamenco music and dancing, as well as being the birthplace to some of the most famous artists throughout time. These artists include Salvador Dali, Joan Miró, Pablo Picasso, El Greco, Diego Velázquez and Francisco Goya. And don’t forget if you’re interested in architecture, Antoni Gaudi’s work can be seen in and around the city of Barcelona. Although they are not as well integrated with other races within their own country and there are some class divides, the Spanish tend to be a friendly bunch and are often very welcoming of tourists.