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A historic setting, unbeatable views and unrivalled Spanish cuisine. All this and more are found at Parador Santiago de Compostela, a regal luxury hotel in Spain's green north.

Spain is as rich in art as it is in sunshine. Discover the beautiful collections housed in Madrid's Prado Museum, Seville's Museum of Fine Arts, Bilbao's Guggenheim, Barcelona's National Art Museum of Catalonia and Málaga's Picasso Museum from Paradores' nearby luxury and historic hotels in Spain.

Spring is one of the best seasons to begin the Camino de Santiago, or Way of St. James, one of the world's most important Christian pilgrimages with routes snaking throughout Europe. The weather is not too cold and not too hot - the perfect temperature for the long walk towards the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela, the legendary resting place of the apostle St. James.

It is one of the world's most sought-after spices, a delicate wonder so valued that its use shaped the evolution of trade over the course of centuries. Saffron, derived from the crocus sativus flower, is a key culinary ingredient in Spanish cooking. It has a delicate scent with hints of honey and hay, but its most prized quality is its colour, a golden hue that gives Spanish paella its famous yellow tint.

Paradores wants to thank you for being an amigo. Its best clients deserve the finest attention, so the luxury and historic hotel chain has created the free Friends of Paradores Club, which entitles members to special perks whenever they visit any one of Paradores locations throughout Spain.

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What is gazpacho? If you guessed a cold tomato soup from the south of Spain, you're only partly right. While gazpacho may have its origins in Andalusia, there are many different varieties of the soup throughout Spain, such as the meaty La Mancha-style gazpacho, which hardly resembles its southern cousin.

Get your fill of this delicious - and hot! - version of gazpacho at Paradores' luxury hotels in Toledo, Oropesa and Albacete.

Plan a getaway to Santiago de Compostela and experience a stay at our Parador, located right on Obradoiro Square! Here are our recommendations for a truly fantastic two-day visit to one of the most beautiful and spectacular cities in all Europe, a World Heritage City and the destination of the Way of St. James. Ready for an unforgettable experience?

Several of Paradores' luxury and historic hotels are found in unique geographic locations that, unfortunately, force them to close for the winter season. But spring is nearly here, and these stunning hotels are once again ready to cater to visitors on holiday in Spain.

There is much more to Spain than the golden plains made famous by Don Quixote. From its warm Mediterranean coastline and sun-kissed desert to its brisk mountain summits and lush rainy north, the country is home to a variety of different landscapes.

Take, for instance, the dramatic cliffs in the towns of Castellfollit de la Roca, Cuenca and Ronda, where houses that teeter on the edge of the abyss will surely leave you speechless.

Fruity or peppery, extra virgin or virgin, olive oil is a key ingredient in Spanish cooking and one of the country's most precious commodities. This golden oil is made with olives cultivated throughout the country and comes in several different varieties.  

All couples in love want their wedding to be unforgettable, but finding a location that is both magical and practical can be tricky. Look no further than Paradores' luxury and historic hotels in Spain. Whether you want the charm of a centuries-old castle or the natural beauty of the Mediterranean coast, you'll find a Parador location that will make your dream wedding a reality.

Not every holiday in Spain can be an extended one, but that doesn't mean a weekend getaway can't be just as fun. Take a two-day trip to the peaceful city of Zafra in the heart of Spain, where narrow, winding streets, Gothic cathedrals and Renaissance palaces welcome you to this historic locale.