Barcelona

Hotel Arts Barcelona Spain

With its striking contemporary architecture, Hotel Arts Barcelona has a commanding presence on the shores of the Mediterranean overlooking miles of beach. This award-winning retreat is renowned for its 24-hour personalized service, stunning 43rd-story spa and innovative dining in five restaurants offering a spectrum of Mediterranean cuisine. Sea- or city-facing units include executive suites and duplex apartments. The hotel showcases terraced gardens and an outdoor swimming pool plus a dazzling collection of Spanish contemporary art.

Art and Architecture At Its Best in Spain

Spain may conjure up pictures of sun loungers, sandcastles and beer, but arguably the best thing about the country is its incredible collection of art. Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso and Diego Velazquez were all born here, and a luxury holiday in Spain, tailor-made to explore the best of Spanish art, is the ideal way to explore this country’s impressive galleries and remarkable architecture.

Gin and tonics in Spain

Move over sangria: Spain has a new obsession and it’s the gin and tonic!

I had never been a fan of gin and tonics. My husband Dave used to drink them when we first met, but I never developed a taste for tonic water. To me, it always seemed like an old-fashioned drink that should be served in a gentlemen’s club as (male) patrons talked politics and smoked cigars by a fireplace. Martinis and wine were more suited to my lifestyle.

Great European Cities To Visit

Europe is one of the most beautiful continents in the world. Many of the European countries are rich in tradition and culture. A traveler vacationing in any of the European cities would have a bewildering array of cultures and scenic. Here is a list of cities in no particular order that you should vist.