ticking off Gaudi´s stunning architectural masterpieces in Barcelona, hiking in the magnificent Picos de Europa, admiring Granada´s splendid Alhambra, or taking part in one of the country´s fabulously vibrant fiestas.

Insider reviews reveal the best places to eat, sleep and party with something for every budget, whether you want to stay in a majestic parador, sip sherry in Jerez, bar-hop in Madrid or nab a table at one of Catalunya´s hottest restaurants.