REVIEW: Lonely Planet Best of Spain travel guide


passionate, sophisticated and devoted to living the good life, spain is both a stereotype to life and a country more diverse than you ever imagined. Feast your eyes on fine-arts capital Madrid, hike the spectacular ranges of the Pyrenees, and take in some flamenco in quintessentially Spanish Seville – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Spain and begin your journey now!

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Spain's Top 10

1. Madrid

2. Barcelona

3. Costa Brava

4. Granada

5. Andalucian Hill Towns

6. Seville

7. Córdoba

8. Salamanca

9. Basque Country

10. Northwest Coast

Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Spain:

- Full-colour images throughout

- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests

- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

- Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, art, food, wine, sport, landscapes, wildlife

- Free, convenient pull-out Barcelona map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use colour maps to help you explore

Coverage Includes: Madrid, Barcelona, Costa Brava, Granada, Andalucia’s Hill Towns, Seville, Cordoba, Salamanca, Basque Country, La Rioja, the Pyrenees and more

Curator: Anthony Ham

Writers: Gregor Clark, Sally Davies, Duncan Garwood, Catherine Le Nevez, Isabella Noble, John Noble, Brendan Sainsbury, Regis St Louis, Andy Symington

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