Tourism in Spain

Spain ended 2025 with a record number of tourists visiting the country, consolidating its position as one of the world’s leading holiday destinations.

Spain may be world‑famous for its beaches and historic cities, but it is also one of southern Europe’s most appealing winter sports destinations.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced on Thursday that it will move its headquarters from London, UK, to Madrid, following a selection process that included Geneva, Milan, Paris and Dubai, among other cities.The decision was unanimously approved by the 17 members of the internation

Bloomberg has once again compiled a list of must-visit destinations set to shape travel in 2026, blending revitalised classics with lesser-known places on the rise. The list spans creative cities, remote islands, emerging food regions and unspoilt natural havens.

British tourists visiting Tenerife should be aware of new “Stay Alert” signs being installed across the island.

If big resorts and packed beach clubs are starting to feel a bit samey, Spain’s lesser‑known islands are a nice surprise. Scattered around the Canary Islands and the Balearics, these spots offer quieter beaches, proper hiking, and dark skies for stargazing.

National Geographic’s Spanish pick for the best travel destination for 2026 is not a single city, but an entire northern region.

The Caminito del Rey is one of Spain’s most epic hiking routes, a cliffside walkway threading through the Gaitanes Gorge with huge views over the Guadalhorce River.

Escaping the colder months is easier than you might think: a winter getaway to the Canary Islands is perfect for those looking to take a few days’ holiday.

During the Christmas holidays, many towns in Spain transform into enchanting fairytale settings, where lights, nativity scenes and local traditions create a truly magical atmosphere.In this guide, compiled from sources including National Geographic Travel, Time Out Madrid and Condé Nast Traveler Esp

Modern Spain is built upon the remnants of many earlier peoples and cultures, whose traces are scattered across the country. Among them are the Celts, present from the late Bronze Age (13th century BC) until the Romanisation of Hispania in the 1st century BC.

Wine tourism in Spain has grown up a lot in the last few years. People are now planning whole weekends to Spain's best wineries, featuring design hotels and long lunches in the vineyards.

Two Spanish communities made the UN’s Best Tourism Villages for 2025.

The Christmas lights in Vigo 2025 are a full‑blown national talking point, the kind people travel for just to see the city glow. A lot of that fame rests on the mayor's showman streak, turning the switch‑on into a headline moment.

Barcelona’s planning a full-on glow this year for its Christmas lights display.

Madrid is going big with its Christmas lights display for 2025.

The number of tourists visiting Spain in the first nine months of the year increased by 3.5% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching almost 76.5 million, the highest figure in the FRONTUR series compiled by the Spanish Statistics Institute (INE).

This festive season, Torrejón de Ardoz transforms into the ultimate Christmas destination with Mágicas Navidades (Magical Christmas), the largest Christmas park in Spain.

Are you looking for the best lakes in Spain to explore this autumn? Spain, famous for its vibrant culture, historic landmarks, and stunning landscapes, is also home to some of the most beautiful lakes in Europe.

The 10 places to celebrate Christmas in Spain span giant illuminations, edible Christmas displays, life-size nativity scenes, and sweet‑tooth pilgrimages.

Christmas in Málaga has become a real highlight in the calendar, thanks to the city's impressive light display that floods the streets with twinkling festive colours.Málaga Christmas lights 2025: switch‑on, season, and what’s newCalle Larios light show 2025: times and viewing tipsWhen are the Christ

Early December can reshape work and travel plans across Spain, with closures and altered schedules felt nationwide for the December bank holiday weekend.

Spain is stepping up its bid in luxury travel by raising service standards in areas like Madrid, Barcelona and Marbella.

With the arrival of autumn, Spain’s towns are painted in shades of gold, red and copper.

Spain does winter differently. If you’re sizing up the best Spanish cities to visit in winter, think softer light, calmer plazas and, on the right coast, a midday coffee outdoors in December without turning blue.