2020
17
January
2020
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15:00
Europe/Amsterdam
In the days before Lent, Spain goes wild as it celebrates Carnival or Carnaval in Spanish. One of the biggest spectacles of the year, Carnaval is a display of rhythm, colour, flamboyance and luxury during which locals and visitors come together to le...
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2019
07
August
2019
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12:17
Europe/Amsterdam
New to 2019, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee has added Risco Caído and the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria to its List of World Heritage Sites in recognition of its outstanding cultural value. The news comes in the wake of the 43rd meeting of th...
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13
June
2019
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17:55
Europe/Amsterdam
On 10th June 2019, the Wallace Collection and Manolo Blahnik opened the new An Enquiring Mind: Manolo Blahnik at the Wallace Collection exhibition celebrating some of the world-famous footwear designer’s most coveted work. It will feature a personall...
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21
February
2019
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11:38
Europe/Amsterdam
Spain is renowned for having a rich history and a wealth of culture, both contributing factors to the many traditions, festivals and events that take place across mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands year round. The Spanish Tou...
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2018
05
December
2018
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00:00
Europe/Amsterdam
The most magical time of the year is fast-approaching and the Canary Islands are ideal for a last minute winter-sun break.
Forget Christmas jumpers, Christmas is different in the Canaries. Expect balmy temperatures of over 20 degrees and plenty o...
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19
July
2018
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17:52
Europe/Amsterdam
The Canary Island of Lanzarote is preparing for the 2018 edition of Jameos Music Festival, a boutique event which takes place in Jameos del Agua; a series of mystical lava caves, located in the municipality of Haría in northern Lanzarote.
Featurin...
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27
April
2018
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00:00
Europe/Amsterdam
The Transvulcania trail run will celebrate 10 years this May on the most north-westerly island in the Canaries, La Palma, known as the ‘pretty island’ for its impressive volcanic landscapes, lush green laurel forests and its starry night skies.
Th...
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09
February
2018
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18:40
Europe/Amsterdam
The week leading up to Lent (February 14) sees some of the largest parties take place in Spain. It's one of the most vibrant and lively events in the Spanish calendar, where the streets are filled costumes, dancing and a fantastic celebratory atmosph...
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05
February
2018
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15:27
Europe/Amsterdam
Spain has endless options for a great Valentine’s Day destination, whether in the heart of a city or a coastal town, there are many unique locations to spend this special day with a loved one.
Segovia, Castile and León
For a fairy-tale Valentin...
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2017
31
March
2017
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15:55
Europe/Amsterdam
The Spanish Tourist Office has launched a new digital campaign entitled #SpaininMYheart, allowing fans of the destination to become digital ambassadors.
The Spanish Tourist Office has launched a new digital campaign entitled #SpaininMYheart, allow...
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2015
12
August
2015
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14:39
Europe/Amsterdam
Lanzarote has become the first destination in the World to obtain the Biosphere Responsible Tourism certification recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, a body under the World Tourism Organisation.The recognition is the culmination of ...
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2014
31
October
2014
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17:20
Europe/Amsterdam
Between January and September 2014, Spain saw a 7.4% increase in visitors when compared to 2013, with over 52.4 million international visitors
Total tourism expenditure from January 2014 to the end of September 2014 has grown by 7.3% year on...
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