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Spain - As You've Dreamed It! |
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(And
at prices lower than you might have imagined)
Right now is the time to visit vivacious and colorful Spain.
The most fascinating hotels in all of Europe await you . . .
The Paradors of
Spain
(Go here for a description and history of Spain Paradors)
Spain is like no other travel destination anywhere,
and Spain's Paradors are like no other hotels in the world!Be sure and subscribe to our "Spain Parador Watch" newsletter
The 93 Paradors in Spain offer a rare combination of features that will captivate any traveler. The enthralling architecture, fascinating history, exquisite cuisine, delightful ambience, and impeccable service - are unmatched.
The Paradors are repositories of the romance and passion that is the history of Spain. These special places literally exude the ancient perfume of Spain's majesty and mystery. Touring through the Paradors of Spain is 'cultural tourism' at its best - and a giant step above the usual tourist experience.
*For descriptions and images of our very special Spain Parador travel packages - click here
Stay in . . .
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Parador Granada and have the romantic gardens of the Alhambra below your bedroom window - |
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Parador Jarandilla de la Vera and relax in the courtyard where Emperor Charles the Fifth stayed - |
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Parador Santiago de Compostela right next to where St. James was laid to rest - |
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Parador Ronda and gaze out onto the oldest bullring in Europe and the most awesome gorge in Spain - |
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Parador Zafra and sleep where Hernan Cortez slept - |
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Parador Leon and stay in the very building that housed the Knights of Santiago - |
or how about visiting Spain's extraordinary natural settings while at . . .
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Parador Fuente De and Parador Cangas de Onis below the mighty Picos de Europa - |
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Parador Arcos de la Frontera, Parador Mazagon, and Parador Cadiz near one-of-a-kind Doņana National Park - |
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Parador Bielsa just a short drive from the beautiful Monte Perdido National Park - |
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Parador Cazorla and hike through the magic of Cazorla Nature Preserve - |
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Parador Cruz de Tejeda in the wild and rugged mountains of Gran Canary Island - |
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Parador Canadas del Teide which is the only building allowed inside the Parque National del Teide - |
or - well, the list of wonders goes on and on.
How rare and special when the hotel itself can be a reason for visiting a country, or an area within a country. With the marvelous Paradors of Spain - that is the case. The Paradors are so much more than mere accommodations.
You really can stay in 4 and 5 star luxury for what you would pay at very plain - even drab - hotels in the U.S.
*See our very special Spain Parador travel packages here.
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*Paradors for Seniors* If you are 55 or older, then you will be offered a steep discount on the room plus breakfast ! Come and enjoy the Golden Days special rates at any of the participating Paradors. (subject to availability)
- Spanish Paradors For Seniors -
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*Pousadas of Portugal* Every one of the Pousadas of Portugal offer all the conveniences that a traveler could desire . . . while several of them are also magnificent structures of architectural and historical significance. We can offer you discounted rates everyday! Info at link below: -
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For descriptions, images and information on the individual Paradors of Spain, click the red dots on the map. Below the map are individual text links to each Spanish Parador - listed alphabetically by name . . .
(map of al the Paradores on mainland Spain)
Symbols
for Spain Paradors table below;
| ~ | has a swimming pool |
| ~~ | has spa facilities |
| ^ | has wheelchair accessibility |
| * | following name - see closure dates (for renovation and seasonal) below table |
| **** | before name - the star rating of the Parador (3-star in black, 4-star blue, 5-star red) |
| c | castle |
| p | palace |
| m | monastery/convent |
| h | manor house/mansion/ancestral home |
| o | other historically or architecturally fascinating buildings |
Spain Paradores Closure and Renovation dates . . .
Closings for renovations:
* Parador Cadiz closed until November 2011
* Parador Caceres closed through March 2011
* Parador Villafranca del Bierzo - closed until November 2010
Seasonal closings for 2010-2011;
Parador Santo Domingo Bernardo de Fresneda - Jan. 2 through Mch. 1
Parador Bielsa - Jan. 19 through Feb. 21
Parador Cazorla - Dec. 18 through Feb. 7
Parador Fuente De - Dec. 22 through Feb. 3
Parador Monforte - Jan. 8 through Feb. 21
Parador Santo Estevo - Jan. 8 through Feb. 22
Parador Sos Del Rey Catolico - Jan. 1 through Feb. 13
Parador Verin - Dec. 16 through Feb. 3
- Spain Paradores do not allow pets
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All Spain Paradores bedrooms have a private bathroom with tub
and shower (and
hairdryer). They all have telephone, television, and a mini bar.
Tours, Day Trips, and Excursions in Spain;
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Barcelona / Catalonia tours
and excursions here -
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Alhambra / Granada tours
and excursions here -
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Cordoba tours and excursions here -
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Sevilla
tours and excursions here -
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Galicia tours and
excursions here -
- Articles and links of interest (check back often for new additions);
* Spain's World Heritage Cities - and Their Paradors
* Castle Hotels of Spain
* Spain Hotels of True Quality
* Doņana National Park and its Nearby Paradors
* High-Speed Train Travel Info
(you can see some of the Parador articles we've published at the link above)
Your dream of Spain can be a reality!
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Call
us and start planning
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or - contact us by email info@SpainParador.com
(please indicate; Parador/s in which you are interested, each traveler's age, and the reservation dates you prefer )
Feedback from Spain Parador clients
(All Spain Parador information provided by SpainParador.com)
