10 of the Best Solo Travel Destinations for 2023
Looking for the best solo travel destinations for 2021? Check out this list of 10 amazing places to explore this year, from vibrant cities to stunning natural landscapes. Whether you’re…
11 Carnivals Around the World for 2023
Whether you call it the carnival, Mardi Gras or simply a fête, the approach of Lent brings with it a wonderful explosion of colour and exuberance. Travel Begins at 40…
Launch of Spain’s Sustainability Day
The Spanish Tourist Office (UK) announces the launch of Spain’s Sustainability Day, a conference event in central London which will address the new challenges…
Day of the Balearic Islands, Spain, 2023
The Day of the Balearic Islands is a public holiday celebrated across Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. It commemorates the Statute of Autonomy, signed on 1 March 1983, which declared…
2023 Travel Begins at 40 Travel Resolutions
With travel restrictions lifted around the globe, Travel Begins at 40 has asked our correspondents and regular contributors what their travel resolutions for 2023 will be. Here are their 2023…
86% of UK Travellers Value Sustainability
A new survey commissioned by the Spanish Tourism Office (UK) reveals the latest attitudes towards sustainable travel. The data indicates that 86% of British respondents value…
Valencia, WTACH Culture Heritage Tourism Summit
Visit Valencia has partnered with The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) to host the world’s first tourism summit dedicated to the protection and preservation…
Most Charming Cities in Southern Europe to Visit with Your Family
Southern Europe is loaded with top tourist attractions and charming, culturally-rich cities. More? There is an abundance of sunshine, beautiful blue skies, and marvelous landscapes. These cities and sites await…
Where to Go for a Wholesome Family Trip
Can you recall a typical day in your childhood? Probably not. But you can surely remember that fun family trip you had with the family, where you discovered fascinating places….
Planning the Perfect Holiday to Spain
So, you’re thinking about travelling to Spain. There is certainly no shortage of activities – look at some beautiful architecture, nature, and delve into new cultures. Toledo is full of…
Best Places to Party Around the World
Do you like partying with your friends? Are you looking for some of the popular party cities for your next vacation tour? And, by ‘party city,’ we aren’t only talking…
What Are the Best Holiday Destinations in Europe for Older Travellers?
It is common knowledge that some destinations appeal more to certain age groups than others. This includes senior travellers, who may opt to travel to destinations that are typically home…
Is Mallorca Worth Visiting: 5 Reasons to Love It
Mallorca is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain. No wonder, as the gorgeous Mediterranean offers it best. The Most Popular Small Towns in Majorca offer the best…
Top Places to Visit Before You Turn 40
Turning 40 is a major life milestone. You’ve lived long enough to gain valuable wisdom but are still young enough to live life to its fullest extent. You may or…
Going on Holiday to Bilbao? Here’s Where to Stay
While most people plan out where they will go, what they will eat, and what memories they will create when they go to a place as exotic as Spain, most…
4 Eco Things to Do in Tenerife
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the varied eco things to do in Tenerife so long as you are prepared to venture away from the beaches and bars. Our Tenerife birdwatching guide…
Menorca, European Region of Gastronomy 2022
The island of Menorca is celebrating its European Region of Gastronomy 2022 title, a distinction granted at the end of 2019 by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and…
7 Festivals in June 2022
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best global festivals in June 2022 from Peru to Tenerife, so wherever you are you can join in the celebrations. Music Festivals in…
NH Hotel: 100% Renewable Energy for Spain, Portugal
NH Hotel Group has chosen ACCIONA Energy to supply 100% renewable energy for all its hotels in Spain and Portugal until December 2023. Through this agreement, ACCIONA Energy will supply…
Gastronomic Delight on Menorca Holidays
Mark Bibby Jackson visits the Balearic island to savour the culinary side of the European Region of Gastronomy you can discover on your Menorca holidays. The road from Mahon Menorca…
Where to Go in June 2022
June is a great month for travelling. Northern Europe sees endless hours of sunshine while southern Europe seems to be exploding with music. There is even plenty to keep you…
Tenerife to Host Vuelta al Teide in May
Tenerife is ready to host the fifth edition of Vuelta al Teide, taking place on Saturday 7 May 2022. This non-competitive event aims to simply bring together cyclists from all around the world…
Formentera Jazz Festival, 2022
Music lovers should head for the Formentera Jazz Festival this summer. The beautiful Balearic island will host emerging and established artists for four days in June…
What’s Happening in Formentera 2022
This year, Formentera is offering a year-round calendar of unmissable cultural and gastronomic events as well as traditional festivals, which can be enjoyed by visitors while staying at seaside boutique…