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by Simon Baskett (Author), Jules Brown (Author), Mark Ellingham (Author), Geoff Garvey (Author), Phil Lee (Author), John Fisher (Author), Graham Kenyon (Author), Chris Lloyd (Author), Iain Stewart (Author), Marc Dubin (Author), Rough Guides (Author) "The most convenient way of getting to Spain from the UK and Ireland is to fly - flights from London take around two hours to..." (more)

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Paperback: 1152 pages
Publisher: Rough Guides; 12 edition (1 Feb 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1843537605
ISBN-13: 978-1843537601
Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 13 x 3.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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The Rough Guide to Spain is your definitive handbook to one of Europe’s most thrilling countries. From the mesmerizing Moorish monuments of Andalucia to Guadi’s spectacular masterpieces in Catalunya, the 36-page full-colour section introduces all of the country’s highlights. The guide includes detailed listings for all the top places to stay, eat and drink whatever your budget, plus the brand-new ‘Authors’ Pick’ feature will highlight the very best options. There is plenty of practical advice on a host of outdoor activities, from windsurfing in Tarfifa to walking the Camino de Santiago. The guide takes an informed look at Spain’s history, architecture and many fiestas and comes complete with maps and plans for every region. The Rough Guide to Spain is like having a local friend plan your trip.

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The most convenient way of getting to Spain from the UK and Ireland is to fly - flights from London take around two hours to Madrid and Barcelona and two and a half hours to M�laga. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading for any visitor to Spain, 21 April 2008

By	Anthony Bishop (Andalucia, Spain) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is yet another feather in Rough Guides' cap. Spain is one of the most rewarding countries to travel around, especially for those who like to explore off the beaten track, so a good guidebook is more than welcome.

Besides the usual hotel and restaurant reviews, which I've always found accurate and honest, there is much more besides. The town and city descriptions are refreshingly candid, ranging from "stunningly beautiful" to "large, sprawling and industrialized", a welcome departure from those guides that are unstinting of their praise for everywhere. That makes it easier for the traveller to choose an itinerary that shouldn't contain too many disappointments.

The guide is organised into chapters on geographical regions, each with a useful introduction detailing the region's highlights. All regions of Spain are covered, often in surprising detail.

The sections on the well-known destinations are entertainingly written with coloured inserts that dwell on particular themes (e.g. the cider houses of San Sebastian, Costa Brava fiestas, parish churches of Seville, Madrid caf� life)that will encourage people to seek out the less obvious, a welcome respite from non-stop sightseeing. However, there is plenty there for the visitor who wants to concentrate on the country's big attractions. For example, in the section on Granada's Alhambra there is a whole page on the practicalities of "Admission to the Alhambra" to accompany the five pages of erudite description of the complex and a valuable map.

There are also knowledgeable sections on the less fashionable and less visited corners of Spain, such as Las Hurdes in Extremadura and El Maestrazgo in Arag�n, often quite detailed, that will reward the traveller who enjoys getting off the beaten track. There are also details of hikes for those who like to get out of their cars and walk.

As is always the case with Rough Guides, there are attractive colour plates and a comprehensive "Contexts" section covering themes such as history, architecture, art, music, cinema and reading lists. The book is well bound.

Accommodation is price-banded, sensible given the seasonal fluctuations in prices in some places, and in the tapas bars/restaurant recommendations the house specialities are provided. I would offer just one criticism: in these days of car-based tourism, it would be useful to have indicated which hotels have car parking facilities.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Can't go wrong, regularly updated, 21 Aug 2008

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The Rough Guides rarely disappoint. They are thorough and interesting. My only complaint is that Murcia, as usual in guidebooks like this, just doesn't get the treatment it deserves. I always buy the most recent edition, but suggest you can probably skip an edition now and then!

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Rough Guide to Spain (Rough Guide Travel Guides), 17 April 2009

By	Ms. A. Charnley "amanda charnley" (uk) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

perfect for those wanting to explore there holiday destination. gives good ideas on where to go and the approx price at the time of print.

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