If you have ever spent time in Spain beyond a package holiday on the beach, you will already know how easy it is to fall in love with this magical and diverse southern European country. If you are yet to discover Spain you have good times ahead.
From the vibrancy of the Mediterranean gem that is Barcelona, to the art galleries, monuments and museums of the elegant capital city Madrid, and not forgetting the stunning vistas, mountains and sweeping vineyards of Asturias, Galicia, and the Basque country in the north – any visitor will have a packed agenda.
With a great climate and close to 5,000 km of coastline, it is little wonder that amazing seafood, sunshine and chiringuitos (outdoor bars) are never hard to find. And in Spain’s Balearic Islands – Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca and Menorca – the offer of chilled-out coves and all-night parties.
Then there’s Andalucia, in the glorious south, where you will find Jerez. Here you can discover flamenco, visit whitewashed villages, see the great mosques and Moorish palaces of Granada, Seville and Cordoba, and take in sunkissed landscapes. These is also yet more beautiful coastline to enjoy, along with fantastic cured ham and crispy fried fish with a cool beer or a fine sherry.
The nearest major airport to Jerez is Seville, and this is a wonderful part of Spain to spend a few days exploring.