Lodging and accommodations.  For families and couples we recommend using Spain Apartments.  These conveniently located apartments are a good value and give you a better feel for what it's like to live in a local Spanish neighborhood.  You'll have a chance to shop at the local markets, have a “tapa” at the bar downstairs and feel like you're actually living in Spain.  If you'd rather stay at a hotel, you can choose Spain hotels.

We often tell our clients that they should consider spending more on actual life experiences than on luxury accommodations. Often times you’ll remember that cooking class you took or the local guide that really sparked your imagination, or that special group you had such a marvellous time with.

Now it’s time to think about the different excursions, day trips, culinary tours, activities, events, cruises, as well as cultural and entertainment options you'll want to take advantage of  while in Spain. How about a day excursion to El Escorial, a tapa tour around the city, a wine trip, a bullfight, a Flamenco show, etc.

Don’t forget that to get a real sense of what Spain is all about, you’ll want to get out of the large urban areas and discover life in the countryside.  You might want to consider booking a “casa rural”, these are quaint cottages or small privately-owned inns sprinkled around the country that have become quite popular as getaways for the city folk.