Spain

Spain is the largest country in Southern Europe and one of the most popular and visited travel destinations in the world. In 2017 a record-breaking 82 million tourists visited for their holidays.+

Architectural Marvels and Urban Elegance: Unveiling Madrid’s Most Stylish Design Hotels

Madrid is projected as a new mecca for luxury tourism in Europe. From a luxury spa to art exhibitions, it is a pleasure to enjoy the most exclusive services in the hotels. This is our best hotels in Madrid guide for planning your dream stay.

Best Hotels in Barcelona
Chic Hotels in Barcelona with Mediterranean Elegance

Here are the best 5 star hotels in Barcelona, all luxury and design, that make your city trip to Barcelona unforgettable. Spa, wellness and comfortable suites ensure the perfect city trip. Whether it’s a chic design hotel with modern, purist interior design or a historic luxury hotel – depending on your taste, you can find your dream hotel for a short vacation.

Alejandro Serrano preparing meal
Alejandro Serrano – Creative and an Innovator of a Mind Blowing Food Experience

Today, we talk to Alejandro Serrano, the chef of the restaurant that bears his name in Miranda de Ebro (Burgos) and who has become the youngest Spanish chef to be awarded a Michelin star at just 24 years old. In his dishes, he experiments with seafood, mountain tastes and superior-high-quality produce from different parts of the peninsula.

The Ultimate Wellness Hotel Experience in Spain

All our wellness hotels in Spain really do pride themselves on offering you a complete pampering service while surrounding you with luxury and opulence. Some have well-manicured gardens, while others celebrate their rich history. But one thing is for sure, you will always leave far more relaxed and rejuvenated than when you arrived. 

Heladeria Lucciano’s in Barcelona
Heladeria Lucciano’s in Barcelona: For Gelato That’s Out of This World

Internationally renowned ice cream parlour Lucciano’s is blasting off to Barcelona with a landmark store that is out of this world.

Pastelería Hofmann
For The Best Pastries in Barcelona Head to Pasteleria Hofmann

Are you looking for the best pastries in town? Then Pasteleria Hofmann HAS to be on your agenda while in Barcelona. Having received multiple awards, you’ll soon see why they are so renowned.

Interview with Bar Paradiso Barcelona Bartender Alessio Beltrami

Recently coming in as first of the Top 50 Bars in the World, Bar Paradiso Barcelona is the most acclaimed cocktail bar in Barcelona. During our visit, our experience included smoking cocktails, glow-in-the-dark glassware and even a visit to a secret room, not that we can tell you about it. With Alessio Beltrami at the helm as Head Bartender, the approach puts perfectly mixed cocktails front and centre, with great care and attention going into each and every concoction.

Silvia Hofmann
Hofmann Group Director Silvia Hofmann on Leading a Culinary Empire With Integrity

Backed by strong principles and meticulous expertise, Silvia Hofmann is at the helm of Barcelona’s Hofmann Group, a collection of award-winning restaurants, cafés, a pastry shop, and a culinary school. We spoke with her to find out how she excels in her multitude of roles, leaves her mark on the brand, and honours her mother’s legacy.

Sips Barcelona
Talking To Sips Barcelona: One of the Pinnacle Bars Worldwide

Since its highly-anticipated opening, Sips Barcelona Drinkery House has drawn crowds in troves for its sleek design and indelible offerings. We spoke with Sips’ owners, world-class bartenders Simone Caporale and Marc Álvarez, to get all the details on their specific processes, their design collaborations, and the creation of their retro aesthetic.

Behind the Bar with The Rooftop’s Mixologist Andrea Garcia in Barcelona

Combining unparalleled hospitality with inventive talent, expert mixologist Andrea Garcia is at the centre of The Rooftop, the electrifying spot atop Barcelona’s luxurious Sir Victor Hotel. We sat down with Andrea to find out about the specifics of her exciting profession, the essentials for a perfect cocktail, and of course, her best stories from behind the bar.