When the heat hits the capital, there’s no better way to cool off than at one of Madrid’s top public swimming pools.

Catalonia is a land of varied landscapes – stretching from the Mediterranean to the Pyrenees across more than 32,000 km².

Granada has long been a land shaped by shifting borders and the clash of kingdoms across the centuries. One of the most compelling ways to understand this rich and turbulent history is through its fortresses – formidable structures that once guarded entire cities.

Andalusia is the largest autonomous community in Spain, with over 87,000 square kilometres spread across eight provinces.

Sometimes we look for spectacular landscapes thousands of miles away without realising that very similar scenery exists within our own borders.

Girona is one of the provinces with the highest concentration of fortresses in Catalonia. Its strategic location between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean made it a key territory for defence, borders and feudal power for centuries.

The province of A Coruña is undoubtedly one of the most attractive coastal destinations in northern Spain.

When the thermometer soars above 40 degrees in Seville, many locals seek cooler alternatives without leaving the province. Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Norte, several towns offer milder temperatures thanks to their altitude, lush vegetation and proximity to rivers and streams.

The province of Málaga is a great destination for those interested in cultural tourism, and its castles are among its most valuable heritage treasures.

Located between Sotogrande and La Línea de la Concepción, in San Roque (Cádiz), La Alcaidesa is a coastal development that has gained popularity in recent years for its natural surroundings, golf courses and views of the Rock of Gibraltar.