For years the discerning Spanish have watched on bemused as tourists flock to the eyesores of mass tourism, which to be fair they themselves have created to entice us in to soak up the sun.
They themselves then confidently pack their bags and head deep into the "real" Spain, where the truly glorious countryside of this amazingly diverse peninsula awaits them. Now we are starting to follow suit. In spite of the severe crisis in which Spain finds itself, rural tourism has experienced rapid recent growth and a significant trend towards active holidays for all the family. As the world tightens its belt we can all be forgiven for feeling the asphyxia of our everyday surroundings and stress, as more and more escape out to the unspoilt countryside.
The country houses "casas rurales" and boutique hotels "hoteles rurales" on offer, all of which reflect the genuine history and character of each region, open the door to a quality and above all genuine travel experience. The Internet has let the world know just how simple it is to soak up the real Spanish countryside. These private owners have found the means to bring us to their door. How lucky we are!
Where do you start on your journey? Each province offers a cultural experience as diverse as the landscape. There is the delightful Asturias, a pocket of "Green Spain", with its traditional farmhouses and country cottages dotting the slopes and valleys of the magnificent, snow-capped Picos de Europa. Contrast this with the heat and passion of the Moorish Andalucia or the splendid volcanic landscape, medieval villages and spectacular Pyrenean National Parks of Catalonia. It just goes on and on...
Follow the Spaniards' lead and enjoy their countryside in the finest of farmhouses, country cottages or exclusive rural hotels. The quality and personality of these refurbished country houses for the price per person can leave you searching for the catch; there isn't one! Add to this the chance to live and breathe the agricultural Spanish life, the latest trend in "agrotourism", and you can find yourself in a bull rearing "Posada Real" in Salamanca, traditional working farms in Navarra, an Andalusian Equestrian Homestead, a grape picking holiday in Rioja and so it goes on.
Or quite simply, you and your family and friends get to enjoy the quality of a fine Spanish home, with your own private pool, mountain bikes to explore the Iberian countryside or a roaring fire at the end of a day on the pistes; all at an exceptional quality/price ratio. Enjoy!
Karen Denny Bernat is a Travel Writer who has been living in Spain for the past fifteen years, writing on the wealth of potential for Holidaymakers in Spain and co-founder of Casas Rurales Europe; a selection of quality and diverse rural accommodation throughout Spain with Online Booking. Reserve your own breath of Spanish fresh air online now.
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Tuesday, 15 June 2010
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