In Córdoba, tour the Mezquita, an impressive 10th-century mosque, famous for its red and white candy-cane style arches, that curiously houses a 16th-century Renaissance cathedral. Explore the historic Jewish quarter, which has been well preserved for centuries. Visit one of only three original... Read More

The gently sloping, terraced villages and subsistence farms of the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada range are among Spain's loveliest landscapes. Time seems to have forgotten this place, which yields breath-taking views of coastal hills and the Mediterranean. Local architecture, dialect, and... Read More

In Madrid, visit the ornate 18th-century Royal Palace and the Prado Museum, which houses hundreds of masterpieces by Spanish artists such as Goya, El Greco, and Velázquez. Wander through the bustling Puerta del Sol and then take a relaxing stroll through Retiro Park. Read More

Visit Malaga, which sits on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and is considered to be the gateway to the Costa del Sol, a popular holiday destination. Walk the city's narrow streets that are packed with shops, bars and cafes, which provide a perfect setting to spend an afternoon. Read More

Enter Morocco on a ferry, crossing the Strait of Gibraltar, to explore a land filled with Arabic, African, and European influences. Explore the medina (ancient walled city) of Fes, Morocco's largest open-air market, scattered among twisting alleys. Ride 4x4s through the desert to your campsite... Read More

Nerja is undoubtedly the best-situated and most picture-perfect of Granada's many beaches, where visitors can find great seafood, mild weather, and a series of prehistoric caves of great archaeological significance. Read More

Marvel at the panoramic views of El Tajo, the plunging gorge next to which the city is perched. Visit the oldest Plaza de Toros (bullring) in Spain, built in 1785. Wander the streets and enjoy the white-washed houses of this typical Andalusian pueblo blanco (white town). Read More

View Christopher Columbus' tomb in the largest cathedral in Spain. Wind through the narrow passages and many courtyards found within the Barrio de Santa Cruz. Enter the Alcázar, a Moorish fortress that dates back to the 14th Century. Explore this City of Reflections as you stroll along the... Read More

Continue to Toledo, the first capital of Spain, which has remained relatively unaltered since the end of the Middle Ages. Toledo is known as the "City of Three Cultures" for the legacy left by Jewish, Muslim, and Christian cultures. Read More