Collected tourist reviews about Spain for 2019-2020. What do they write about the weather, hotels, beaches, excursions and shopping in one of the most popular countries in Europe? Pros and cons of vacation in Spain in 2021. Tourist advice.
Spain weather reviews
Thanks to the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic, the Iberian Peninsula has a mild and warm climate. According to tourists, holidays in Spain are good at any time of the year. In December, when the ski season opens in the Spanish mountains, they swim and sunbathe in the Canary Islands.
In the mainland of the country, beach holidays are relevant from May to October. The largest influx of tourists is in July and August.
According to tourists, Spain has pleasant weather in September and October. There is no intense heat during the velvet season, and the sea water is very warm. The off-season is suitable for exploring Spanish cuisine, festivals, sightseeing and health tourism.
Sveta: "The weather in Salou is gorgeous in July, you can swim and sunbathe during the day, and you don't need any long-sleeved sweaters at night. You can go for a walk or a disco just in a T-shirt and shorts."
Victoria: "In October, we rested for a week in the Balearics in Ibiza. The weather was pleasing every day. I advise you not to take warm clothes with you. They are not useful to us. The sea is warm, the water temperature is the same as the air."
Spain hotel reviews
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There are many 4-5 * hotels on the Costa del Sol, Tenerife, Mallorca and Ibiza and the level of service is high. In the more budgetary Costa Dorada and Costa Brava, most vacationers stay in 3 * hotels.
According to tourists, there are many comfortable private hotels in Spain. Small family hotels are popular in Barcelona, Alicante, Malaga, Calella and Benidorm hostal and pension, apartments, villas, campsites and country houses - casa rural... If you like exotic, spend the night in the old monastery, castle and mansion.
In order for a vacation in Spain in 2021 to meet expectations, study the reviews of tourists about hotels. They will help you make the right choice.
Review of the hotel H10 Salou Princess 4 *:
Yuliya: "It is very important that nothing was stolen in H10 Salou Princess 4 *. At first we hid valuables. watches, jewelry, money lay in sight. Everything went home with us. "
Review of the hotel H Top Olympic 3 *:
Victoria: "In Calella at H Top Olympic 3 *, the food for the three stars was very good, the food is always fresh and tasty."
Tourists did not like some hotels in Spain.
Review of Estival Park 4 * hotel:
Yulia: "For keeping valuables in safes, Estival Park Hotel 4* in Costa Dorada is not responsible. There will be no question of any proceedings and insurance payments, even if you break your forehead, proving the opposite. "
Reviews about beaches and sea in Spain
One of the country's main treasures is its magnificent beaches. According to tourists, Spain has beaches for every taste - sandy, pebble, rocky and concrete platforms. All beaches are municipal, that is, they are free. For families with children, La Pineda, Salou, Calpe, Cullera and the Costa del Maresme resorts are good.
More than 480 Spanish beaches have been awarded the Blue Flag. According to tourists, the sea in Spain, both on the mainland and on the islands, is clean.
OlgaAn: "Llevant in Salou is one of the best urban beaches in Spain. Excellent, clean sea, perfectly cleaned, clean sand, gentle entrance to the water and infrastructure. You can see the city's careful care for the state of the beach."
Reviews of tourists about excursions in Spain
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Spain has an ancient history and rich heritage. According to tourists, excursions to the old cities are popular in Spain - Barcelona, Girona, Zaragoza, Valencia, Madrid, Seville, Granada, Cordoba and Toledo. Vacationers are happy to go on tours of monasteries and natural attractions. Tourists speak well of travel from Spain to Nice and Andorra.
Read reviews of tourists about excursions and choose those routes that you like best.
Larisa A.: "A trip to Andorra is a good excursion, in a calm tone. The material was given clearly, concisely, intelligibly. The time was spent comfortably, thanks to the guide." More about the excursion →
Anton: "We had a great walk around such delicious Barcelona. It was not the first time, but we discovered it from a completely different, gastronomic side." More about the excursion →
Reviews of tourists about shopping in Spain
Spanish cities and seaside resorts have large malls, small boutiques and entire shopping districts for those who like to shop. According to tourists, shopping in Spain is very comfortable. Many shops are open from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm with a break for the afternoon siesta. During the summer and winter sales, prices are low, so you can get branded items at a good discount.
holly: "There are a lot of shops in Barcelona. There are both well-known brands and designer shops where you can buy unique things. A lot of competition leads to the fact that the buyer is already fighting for the buyer on the way to the store."
Pros and cons of vacation in Spain
The land of the bright sun and fiery flamenco easily melts the hearts of even the most notorious skeptics. Everyone who has been to Spain writes positive reviews about the trip and would like to come back here again.
pros holidays in Spain in 2021, according to tourists:
- Short flight.
- Warm sea.
- Spanish beaches are some of the best in Europe.
- Picturesque nature.
- Excellent opportunities for active tourism and shopping.
- Large selection of hotels.
- Delicious cuisine.
- The atmosphere of the holiday.
- Many architectural landmarks and interesting museums.
- Interesting cultural traditions.
Vetochka19: "Spanish dancers have simply unsurpassed plasticity, energy. They are flexible like cats, and it feels like they are not dancing, but flying."
Minuses:
- You need a Schengen visa.
- Expensive housing.
- The Spaniards hardly speak English.
- There are too many tourists.
SerenkayaMyshka: "I did not like the crowds of tourists, even though I went in the off-season. There are many beggars, and the Gothic Quarter is generally quite a hot spot, and it is worth visiting it only during the day."
Travel tips for Spain
The Spaniards are quite conservative when it comes to dress. If there is almost complete freedom on the beaches, then to visit a cathedral or a historical monument, you should dress decently. In religious places, dresses that cover the knees and elbows are appropriate.
Southern Europeans are accustomed to a long day's siesta. When planning city routes, excursions and shopping, keep in mind that from 13:00 to 16:00 almost all shops, museums, restaurants and cafes are closed.
According to tourists, the beaches of Spain are strictly monitored for cleanliness. Those who litter, make fires on the shore, or wash fruit in a public shower can receive a large fine.
It is convenient to travel around the country on your own, especially by car. It is easy to rent a car at any airport, near train stations and at all seaside resorts.
Voo-sinka 1991: "Returning the car is the easiest task: it is necessary to return it to the same parking lot at the set day and hour, and put the key in a special box."
If your bag or wallet is stolen during your holiday, ask Policia internacional for help. The thieves do not need your documents and may be able to get them back.
