There is a way of travelling that can only be truly discovered over time—one where rushing no longer dictates the pace of your journey, your strolls, your conversations, or your meals. It is no longer about ticking off as many sights as possible in a single day; instead, it is about pausing in a quiet square, taking in a stunning view, uncovering the rich history of a building, or lingering over a meal without ever glancing at the clock.

The finalist in the latest Planeta Prize, Ángela Banzas, has crafted a novel that offers a welcome respite from so much grim news. *When the Wind Speaks*, set in the building now occupied by the Parador de los Reyes Católicos – a former hospital until 1954 – explores the power of imagination in the face of horror, and love as our last hope. The comforting conclusion it offers is simple: a great story can always save our lives.

Being a finalist for the Planeta Prize is a huge boost for any author. Do you see it as a boost to your career?

There are certain landscapes that yield their secrets only to those on foot. The Ribeira Sacra is indisputably one of them. Cradled between the provinces of Lugo and Ourense, the landscape here has been sculpted over millennia by the Miño and Sil rivers, which have carved out dramatic gorges, steep, vertiginous slopes, and ancient Atlantic forests where gravity-defying vineyards cling to the rock.

On these journeys, it is not so much the destination that matters as the effortless way it manages to captivate you. Some places do so with an incomparable quality of light; others with landscapes that seem to defy the very limits of imagination, with flavours that only truly make sense beside the sea, or with that rare alchemy that causes time to lose all meaning.

Albacete lies at the heart of the La Mancha plain, with a character that blends traditional craftsmanship, wide avenues and an open-minded spirit. Historically linked to trade and the routes that criss-crossed the south-east of the Iberian peninsula, the city experienced strong growth between the 18th and 19th centuries thanks to the cutlery industry, which would become internationally renowned. Today, it offers visitors a comfortable and vibrant city break, with heritage, green spaces and a cuisine that reflects the essence of La Mancha.

The Mediterranean, the Atlantic, and the Cantabrian Sea. Urban beaches, vast golden sands, pristine natural landscapes, and majestic cliffs. Four distinct ways to experience a coastal getaway, where the sea is always within reach and the local heritage remains an essential part of the journey.

Rollercoasters, dinosaurs or time travel? If you’re travelling with children (or with adults who remain young at heart), there’s one question that always arises on holiday… how can we make today truly extraordinary?

The answer may be closer than you think. Just a few kilometres from some of Spain’s most captivating theme parks lie Paradores that can effortlessly transform a simple day out into a complete, luxurious getaway.

The Parador de Eivissa- Dalt vila unveils a restaurant with an identity of its own, attuned to the island’ s pulse.

In the heart of the historic quarter, the new Parador de Ibiza has opened the doors of Almudaina, a fresh take on the Paradores dining experience, conceived for a cosmopolitan clientele and a destination in constant motion, without ever losing the Paradores spirit.

It is no surprise that cycle tourism continues to grow in popularity year after year. More and more travelers are seeking experiences that combine sport, nature, heritage, and gastronomy, and at Paradores, we have spent years adapting our hotels to meet the needs of this way of traveling. A large part of our network is fully equipped to welcome those exploring the region on two wheels, offering bicycle maintenance and washing facilities, access to rental services, and routes designed to help visitors discover each destination from a unique perspective.

With a population of just over 600, this medieval village in the Cinco Villas region possesses a rare, timeless ability to transport visitors to another era. Its cobbled streets, stone-hewn houses, ancient walls, and quiet, hidden corners whisper stories that date back centuries.