Party Like A Rockstar In Seville

August 18, 2008

In the mood to party like a rock star? The rightly famous Seville Spring Fair will be starting on March 31st next year and continuing for nine days. A nine day party like no other. Forget Mardi Gras, forget Carnivale, this party in Andalucia puts them both to shame and does so with the gusto and verve only Andalucians can.

Dancing in the streets, high society parading on horseback, complete indulgence and a 1969 summer of love style spirit of intense and knowing sexuality define this yearly celebration. The streets become full of flamenco dancing, alcohol imbibing, flowery-dress wearing Sevillans without a care in the world. Lining the streets are many tents erected by prominent families of Seville, private clubs and the municipal government. What goes on inside those tents is at the discretion of the proprietor.

After a full day of heady hedonism and exhausting revelry you’ll probably want to collapse in your own place. These packages offer some of the finest accommodations and best prices in the region.

Zaragossa–A Thousand Notable Things

June 19, 2008

Zaragossa, in Aragon, could be written about for dozens of pages without repeat and leaving much left unsaid. Zaragossa is generally known for its visual appeal, both architecturally and artistically. Zaragossa’s buildings mainly survived the war of independence and so some great enlightenment buildings stand to this day, much to the delight of visitors.

One such building is the Basilica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar. The Basilica should be considered one of the wonders of the world. With its enormous domes, towers and bell-laden spires and multiple smaller bell towers the basilica looks like a Spanish Taj Majal. Another beautiful site, and one where you can do some shopping, is the art nouveau style Mercado de Lanuza. The Mercado is located beside actual ancient Roman walls. The history and beauty of the area makes separating yourself from your money a bit easier, as well.

Also waiting to be explored is the Goya filled art collection of an eclectic nobleman called the Museo Camón Aznar, housed in Pardos Palace. If you get tired of the town itself, seek diversion outside it. Zaragossa is situated in a valley with geography ranging from desert to forest to meadow to mountain and at a crossroads with Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao and Toulouse, France. Its location makes it a perfect place to base your vacation if you intend to explore.