In Spain, you only have to follow the sound of bells, the murmur of water or the bustle of a pavement terrace to find yourself in a town square, almost without meaning to. Because in our country, squares are the setting for history, encounters, celebrations and everyday life. There are medieval and baroque squares, Renaissance squares, solemn squares and bohemian squares. And all of them, absolutely all of them, have something that makes each of them special.
If you ask what to do in Santiago de Compostela, beyond visiting its cathedral, many will agree on the same thing: walk slowly, listen and feel it. Because this is a city made of arrivals, of pilgrims after hundreds of miles, of travellers seeking history and of those who need, even if only for a weekend, to stop time.
The Spanish series Cuéntame cómo pasó is part of the memory of several generations and, 25 years after its premiere, it continues to inspire emotion, nostalgia and recognition. To mark this anniversary, Alcalá de Henares, a World Heritage City, has presented the Cuéntame Alcalá Route, a new tourist and cultural itinerary that invites visitors to explore the real settings where the legendary RTVE series came to life.
Viajar no es solo desplazarse, hay quienes planifican una escapada alrededor de una mesa bien servida, quienes necesitan perderse por calles históricas, quienes buscan silencio absoluto o quienes no conciben un viaje sin un amplio reportaje de fotos. Porque no todos viajamos igual, en Paradores hay un destino pensado para cada tipo de viajero. Aquí va una selección de Paradores para acertar… sea cual sea tu forma de viajar.
Books and places sometimes come together naturally, as if they shared the same history. Captain Alatriste and the Parador de Úbeda are one such pairing. Pérez-Reverte's novel, deeply linked to the imagery of the Golden Age, finds the perfect setting in this Renaissance palace (the actual location of the film adaptation). And it is easy to imagine that if Don Diego Alatriste had been looking for a place to take a break between duels, it would have been here, in the courtyard of the Parador de Úbeda, with its elegant silence and air of another era.
As you know, the Nature for the senses programme is Paradores' commitment to a new way of travelling, one that is more aware, more leisurely and deeply connected with the environment. A programme born out of a commitment to sustainable ecotourism, the protection of biodiversity and support for local producers and communities that keep the heart of rural Spain alive.
In the month of love, giving the gift of time, beauty and unique experiences becomes the best declaration of love. Valentine's Day is not just a day, but a memory that is built with every moment shared.
From sleeping under a starry sky in Gran Canaria to dining by candlelight in the Nasrid gardens of the Alhambra, we offer plans designed to connect, surprise and celebrate love. Discover six unique experiences that transform a trip into an unforgettable memory, six ways to say "I love you" without words.
Some trips are planned not only with maps, but with the heart. If you are looking for a getaway that combines history, nature, gastronomy and romance, we suggest this three-night road trip to fall in love, ideal for celebrating Valentine's Day or any special moment with your partner. Each Parador is a unique setting, from medieval castles to snow-capped mountain landscapes, with experiences designed to create unforgettable memories. And if love calls for it, you can always add extra nights to explore each destination in greater depth and prolong the magic.
February is the month of love, and at Paradores we celebrate it in the best way we know how, creating experiences that combine history, relaxation and cuisine designed for sharing. Once again, Romantic February is back, a special offering designed for couples to enjoy an unforgettable getaway in some of Spain's most beautiful locations.
Carnival is not just a date on the calendar or a series of parades. It's a different way of travelling. It's arriving at a place when everything is happening, when people take to the streets without watching the clock and cities show themselves as they really are: noisy, ironic, creative and hospitable. It's improvising plans that go on and on, sharing a table after hours of laughter and walking back without rushing because there's always something else to see or hear just around the corner.