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Skiing fans, are you looking for a cozy hotel with that special something near Baqueira Beret ski resort in the Aran Valley? If the answer is yes, we've got just want you need. You can take your pick of our two Paradores in the Aran Valley: the Parador de Artíes and the Parador de Vielha.

Soria is one of those places in Spain that few people are familiar with. But those who do visit leave amazed by the many fascinating spots. It has something to offer travelers of every taste. Just over two hours from Madrid there is a city filled with history, important monuments, culture and a cuisine you won't want to miss. Shall we get started?

Are you looking for ways to explore the Ruta de la Plata, the ancient commercial and pilgrimage route that runs through western Spain? Today we take you on a getaway to Plasencia, just two and half hours from Madrid by car.

So you only have three days to explore La Palma? Once you're there, we're sure you won't want to leave, so we offer some suggestions for a three-day visit that will allow you to discover an island bursting with magic and light.

Few things are more traditionally Spanish than tapas. These scrumptious little servings of food are served hot or cold, as an appetizer, quick snack or even as a full dinner.

Rising out of the Atlantic off the northwestern coast of Africa, the island of Gran Canaria is an eclectic mix of urban bustle and island wilderness, from the lively city of Las Palmas to the exotic landscapes within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that spans nearly half the territory.

Are you looking for a combination of sun, sea, golf and cultural tourism? Today we take you to Málaga, less than five hours from Madrid by car and a little over two and a half hours from Atocha Station by high-speed rail. (Click here for other points of origin and timetables.)

At Paradores' historic hotels in Spain, luxury and nature go hand in hand. Many of our stunning locations are surrounded by plants and animals native to the region.

The weather is warmer, the sun is shining and the flowers are starting to bloom. Spring is just around the corner, and that means another season is almost upon us: wedding season!

Growing older has never been sweeter. Paradores' luxury and historic hotels offer special rates for guests of 55 years and older so that you can put aside any worries and get the most out of your holiday in Spain.

Spain is abundant in relics of its long and diverse history, from cobblestone streets and towering castles to Roman bridges and Arab gardens. Many of these historic sites are open to the public, but it can be difficult for modern visitors to imagine what life was like in these ancient locales.

Spain was once home to one of Europe's most vibrant Jewish communities, some 250,000 members strong in 1492. But the Spanish Inquisition - a holy order created to maintain strict Catholic orthodoxy throughout the country - ultimately expelled the Jews at the end of the 15th century despite their prominent roles in agriculture, education, commerce, medicine and politics.