Enjoy the temperate Mediterranean climate, relax on the beaches, discover Moorish architectural treasures, as well as charming colonial towns and amazing markets such as Barcelona’s La Boqueria Market .  Spain and Portugal have a rich culture, fascinating cities such as Madrid, Barcelona Seville, Lisbon or Porto.  Be amazed by the buildings of Gaudi, walk in the historic center of Toledo and learn about historic Jewish Quarters and synagogues.

For foodies:  taste tapas in San Sebastian, cheese in the Basque country, paella in Valencia wile drinking sangria or Rioja wines.  Then step across the border to uncover the flavors of Portugal, and it rich cuisine with African, Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern influences and its famous pastel de nata.  Take a cruise on the Dauro Valley, a beautiful river valley where terraced vineyards cling to hillsides or visit the port cellars of Porto.

For active travelers, hike in the beautiful sierras, walk a section of the storied Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, try rafting, canyoning or canoeing on Portugal’s rivers. 

Enjoy Flameco shows in Spain or experience a performance of plaintive fado music in a local restaurants in Portugal.