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Discover Spain & Portugal
Balearic Islands
(from page 12) Surrounded by the shimmering blues of the Mediterranean, Mallorca and Ibiza offer smart resorts and pretty fishing villages but also ancient towns, breathtaking mountain scenery and great diving. Coast & Mountains of Portugal Costa Blanca Mallorca Murcia Ibiza Andalucia Algarve Catalunya
Catalunya (from page 45)
With snow capped peaks, a rugged landscape and sandy bays, Catalunya is a naturally enticing destination. Add the sights of Barcelona, Girona and Tarragona, plus proud Catalan culture and heritage, for an exceptional holiday experience.
Costa Blanca
The dramatic landscapes and vibrant heritage of Spain and Portugal...
Sunshine, spectacular beaches and classic resort towns may have put Spain, the Balearics and Portugal on the holiday map but the wealth of other attractions also casts its spell over the most discerning visitors to this day. Shimmering waves roll across the broad Atlantic beaches of Portugal before curling into the more sheltered sandy bays of the Algarve. The long golden beaches and wooded coves of the Costa de la Luz, Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca then sweep along the length of southern Spain, with the alluring Islas Baleares at the heart of the shimmering Mediterranean. Mountainous national parks, timeless rural landscapes and lush green scenery of citrus groves and vineyards are a pleasure to explore, almost always stumbling across a Moorish fortress town, whitewashed village or great historic city. Of course there's also the fantastic fiestas and feasting, with colourful parades and lively celebrations, simple tapas and the most sumptuous seafood, robust Rioja and chilled Cava true tastes of Spain.
(from page 57) Miles of white sandy beaches give the region its name but lively resorts and harbour towns are just part of the picture. Valencia is a vibrant, historic city surrounded by citrus groves and hilltop towns await throughout the mountainous interior.
Murcia (from page 57)
Between the Mediterranean and Mar Menor, beach lovers and watersports enthusiasts are spoilt for choice in the mild climate of Murcia. Monuments, museums and Moorish legacies are another key feature, against a scenic, mountainous backdrop.
Andalucia (from page 86)
For idyllic whitewashed villages and walled Moorish citadels, sun-drenched beach resorts and pretty harbour towns, Andalucia has it all. Snowy Sierra Nevada mountains tower over the beautiful landscape, ancient cities are a delight and tasty specialties complete an authentic Spanish experience.
Algarve (from page 152)
Miles of sunny, sheltered shores and pretty coves attract holidaymakers to the stylish resorts and quaint fishing villages year after year. The mountainous backdrop, Moorish walled towns, lush golf courses and succulent seafood are other wonderful highlights.
Coast & Mountains of Portugal (from page 173)
Sweeping Atlantic beaches and the emerald gorges of the Douro promise a holiday of contrasts throughout the coast and mountains of Portugal. Fine cities, ancient towns and tiny white villages reveal the region's heritage and port wine vineyards promise a treat in themselves. See page 414 for details about city breaks in the wonderful cities of Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba, Palma and Porto.
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