For more than a million years, people have developed distinct cultures and traditions on the Iberian Peninsula. Separated from France by the towering Pyrenees Mountains, this region’s history and culture frequently evolved with an often-iconic non-European character. Expose your senses to the flavorful food, wine, art and enticing climate of Spain and the lively urban centers and monuments of its World Heritage cities. From Flanders to British, absorb the influences of Portugal’s 500-year cultural identity and blend the experience into your own. Land on a celebrated region whose cultural heritage took a different path than the rest of Europe.
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Spain’s world-class beaches
Read more about: Spain’s world-class beachesLeadThousands of hours of sunshine every year! -
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Summer in Portugal
Read more about: Summer in PortugalLeadA great destination for the responsible traveler! -
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A sustainable adventure in Catalonia’s gorgeous outdoors
Read more about: A sustainable adventure in Catalonia’s gorgeous outdoorsLeadIn Spain and France, hike the hills, smell the wild herbs, picnic among the trees. -
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Experiencing Europe as a family
Read more about: Experiencing Europe as a familyLeadMy story of traveling the continent with my kids—where to go, how to go, what to do. -
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Family fun in Portugal
Read more about: Family fun in PortugalLeadPortugal with kids can be an incredible experience. -
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Spain for kids and families
Read more about: Spain for kids and familiesLeadOne of the best destinations for kids! -
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View from the Top
Read more about: View from the TopLeadGet your camera ready. Once you’ve laid eyes on Europe’s most charming mountain villages, you may not want to put it down. You also may not ever want to leave. These are the places that fairy tales are made of, only they happen to be real. From medieval villages in Spain to traditional timber chalets in Switzerland, to the towering mountain-side fortresses of San Marino, these small but fully functioning towns are waiting to warmly welcome visitors who appreciate their quaint style of living.