With its lush gardens and natural beauty, it is not surprising that Aranjuez has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape. Spend the morning touring the extravagant Palacio Real de Aranjuez, the Real Casa del Labrador and the Falúas Reales before heading to the neighboring town... Read More

The small town of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is located approximately 30 miles northwest of Madrid. The principal attraction of this city is the 16th century complex built by King Felipe II. The result is more than a royal palace; it is a massive monument, containing not only the King's... Read More

Pass through the small town of San Lorenzo to visit El Escorial, the 16th-century complex built by King Phillip II. Explore the king's residence, an ornamented church and monastery before stopping to peruse the world renowned library. Learn the stories of the Spanish royalty, who are buried in... Read More

Granada is a southern city located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains (Spain's highest mountains). Its crowning glory, the Alhambra, is a Moorish fortress and complex of palaces occupying the crown of a hill overlooking the lower part of the city. The rattle of castanets and the strum... Read More

Morocco is a legendary country, with a history as diverse as its population. A longstanding cultural crossroads, Morocco provides visitors with a taste of Arabic, African, and European influences. The country's famous open-air markets are filled with textiles, jewelry, and art, and there are... Read More

A favorite vacation spot among Spaniards, Santander is full of energy during the summer! The beaches are highly enjoyable, especially with the picturesque views that surround the bay. Students should visit the Palacio de la Magdalena and the unique gardens of Piquío. Don't forget to indulge in... Read More

Trek through the pine tree woodland of the Valsaín Valley on a guided hiking tour, considered one of the best preserved valleys of the Guadarrama Mountains. Travel to Segovia where you can explore the impressive 1st century Roman aqueduct, constructed from blocks of granite, perfectly aligned... Read More

Declared a national landmark, Toledo is the city that inspired El Greco in the 16th century. Since then, it has remained largely unchanged in its blending of Arabic, Jewish, and Christian influences. Toledo is also famous for its outstanding Cathedral, which houses many of El Greco's... Read More