The latest news from Paradores

Have you ever wondered what the first place in Europe to hear about the discovery of America was? If you're thinking it was in southern Spain, you're looking in the wrong area. It was in Baiona that Martín Alonso Pinzón first made landfall aboard the caravel La Pinta in 1493 after the American adventure. (On March 1 of each year, the event is commemorated in great style.) The Parador de Baiona displays its many charms on the Atlantic coast.

The autonomous community of Extremadura in western Spain is home to more than 360 species of birds. It's a paradise for both avid birdwatchers and those who simply appreciate being surrounded by a bit of nature and wildlife.

Why settle for the same old hall for your next event? Paradores' luxury and historic hotels aren't only the perfect place to stay while on holiday in Spain, but are also the ideal location for your meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE).

Our unique settings, comfortable conference spaces and excellent service ensure that guests see their events go off without a hitch.

Soon spring will have sprung in Spain, which means long sunny days, balmy weather and colourful gardens as flowers of all sorts begin to blossom with the change of season.

Where is it? The town is Santillana del Mar and the nickname derives from the fact that it is not holy (santa), not flat (llana) and not on the sea (el mar) ... although this last statement is not altogether accurate.

Part of the fun of a holiday in Spain is shopping for traditional crafts, homemade sweets and other bits and bobs in local Spanish markets. Perhaps one of Spain's most famous is el Rastro in Madrid, a sprawling open-air flea market in the historic neighbourhood of La Latina.

Still haven't been to Teruel? We highly recommend adding this lovely area filled with stories and legends to your travel plans. Come visit the location of the tale of the famous Lovers of Teruel.

Teruel and the entire southern part of Aragón boast many charms. In fact, one day is simply not enough to discover them all. So we suggest a three-day trip to take this thrilling journey through history.

There's never been a better time to surf the green turf on a golf holiday in Spain.

Winter has many of us dreaming of summer, so why not start planning your summer holiday in Spain now? Look no further than Paradores' luxury and historic hotels found throughout Spain in some of the country's most stunning locales.

For an especially idyllic summertime getaway, check out five Paradores in particular: Nerja, Mojácar, Málaga Golf, Mazagón and La Gomera.

Paradores hotels always strive to offer their guests the very best accommodation in Spain, with great care taken to make visits to our luxury and historic hotels memorable. But it's one thing to visit as a guest, and quite another to arrive as a beloved Friend.

You can become an amigo of Paradores today by signing up online as a member of the Friends of Paradores Club. It's completely free to join, and you'll enjoy a variety of perks for signing up.

On a warm June day last year with blue skies overhead, María Luisa and Andrés said "I do" surrounded by family and friends at the Virgin del Carmen de Cádez Church in Cádiz. After their religious ceremony, it was time to celebrate their nuptials, and the newlyweds chose seaside luxury hotel Parador Cádiz to host the reception.  

Are you a skier who loves fluffy snow, cosy nights by the fire and warm cups of hot cocoa? Or maybe you are more of a beachgoer who adores the sun, sand and a couple of drinks by the shore?