EURO CITY BREAK

Valencia is a city that has mastered the art of living well. It does not rush like Madrid nor does it preen like Barcelona. Instead it basks in a confident, sunny glow on the eastern coast of Spain where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. It is a place where history is not just preserved but lived in, from the Roman foundations buried beneath the streets to the futuristic white curves of Santiago Calatrava’s architecture that look like they have landed from another

Alicante is often dismissed as merely a gateway to the package holiday resorts of Benidorm or the golf courses of the Costa Blanca but to bypass the city itself is a mistake. This provincial capital is a sophisticated, historic and deeply Spanish city that offers a lifestyle many can only dream of. It is a place where the sun shines for over 300 days a year and where the light has a sharp, crystalline quality that turns the sea a brilliant turquoise. The city is dominated by

Barcelona is rightfully famous for its Gaudí architecture and sandy beaches but scratch the surface and you will find a city with a delightfully strange underbelly. If you are planning a city break in Europe  and want to escape the standard tourist trail then you need to explore the Catalan capital's more unusual collections. We have hunted down five museums that range from the spooky to the sweet. These spots are perfect for adding a twist to your itinerary and giving you a

Barcelona is a city where every meal feels like a celebration. But with thousands of restaurants to choose from, finding the truly authentic spots can be a challenge. You don't want to fly all the way to Catalonia just to eat frozen paella on a tourist strip. To help you taste the real soul of the city, I’ve rounded up the 5 best dishes you absolutely need to eat, along with the specific restaurants that are famous for making them. These aren’t just fancy dining spots; they a