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Welcome to Mojotravels, and today we're
counting down our picks for the top 10
post-pandemic destinations
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For this list we're looking at some of
the most appealing cities
towns and regions of spain that you may
want to consider visiting in the near
future
while we're not necessarily going off
the beaten path we won't be recommending
the country's most popular destinations
like barcelona madrid granada etc
quite simply we expect overcrowding to
remain a concern for some time after the
pandemic
and the reality is these destinations
were already suffering from issues of
over tourism
so why not embrace this new travel
mentality as an opportunity to move
beyond spain's greatest hits
and discover its varied offerings number
10.
alicante the capital of the province of
alican
alicante is perhaps best known to
travelers as a beach destination
and indeed this port city which is home
to a population of approximately 330 000
is the perfect destination for anyone
seeking sand and sun
the thing is alicante also has a lot to
offer beyond resort life
the city itself while small might just
be what the doctor ordered for one of
your first post-pandemic trips
with plenty of parks gardens and
monuments to explore
and tapas bars to experience for those
who like a healthy dose of culture the
santa barbara castle is a must visit
the structure's roots date back to the
9th century and perched atop the city's
monte benecantil
it serves as quite the lookout point
barrio de la santa cruz
the old city is also downright stunning
number nine the pyrenees if you're
feeling nervous about crowds but are
desperate to take a memorable trip
you're hard-pressed to find a better fit
than the spanish pyrenees
this iconic mountain range is shared by
spain and france
they're magnificent however you approach
them but since we're talking about spain
today
we'll be focusing on that side of the
border which spans catalunya
and the basque country whether you
choose to road trip along the foot of
the pyrenees or find
a little village to serve as your home
base you're sure to be in a constant
state of awe with regards to your
surroundings
paradise on earth for outdoorsy types
and hiking enthusiasts the pyrenees is
first and foremost a land of adventure
but the small villages and the wellness
culture
nicely round out the experience number
eight
tenerife whoever said that a trip to
spain means staying in europe
the canary islands are geographically
speaking situated on the african
tectonic plate
so if you want to spend part of your
spanish holiday in a totally different
environment
consider making tenerife a dedicated leg
of your trip
the largest of the islands that make up
the spanish archipelago
penity fate is a sun seeker's paradise
it boasts warm temperatures year round
postcard ready beaches and stunning
ocean views
while that might collectively be the
main draw the island's appeal is
actually quite diverse
with large sections having been
protected from development like deide
national park
tenerife is lush and verdant the night
sky
is downright stunning and because of its
volcanic past
eye-catching geological formations
abound also
it certainly doesn't hurt that the
island boasts a vibrant nightlife scene
number 7. ronda spain is a country of
hidden gems just waiting to be
discovered
it feels like every village in town no
matter how small has its own charms and
quirks
but ronda is something really special a
mountaintop town bisected by a gorge
with a bridge connecting the two halves
ronda looks like something out of a
medieval fantasy series
especially when viewed from afar on one
side of el tajo
gorge is the old town where you'll find
many of the village's most
noteworthy sites and beautiful
architecture the city was first
established all the way back in 6th
century bce
and its long and storied past can be
felt around every corner
given its history of bullfighting its
beautiful gardens
and cultural landmarks like the arab
baths it's little wonder that ronda was
a favorite getaway for the likes of
ernest hemingway and
orson welles number six cordaba
located in southern spain in the
andalucian region
cordoba is home to roughly 325
000 residents and was first settled by
the romans
like ronda it changed hands many times
over the years
having actually become an economic and
cultural center at various points
throughout its history
though that's no longer the case the
breathtaking city remains one with a
great deal to offer international
travelers
it checks many of the same boxes as
barcelona and madrid just in a notably
smaller package
including cultural attractions
noteworthy architecture
and excellent modern food and bar scenes
the old town with its cobblestone
streets and centuries-old structures
is a unesco world heritage site the
mesquita
which dates back to the city's moorish
period is arguably its most iconic
landmark but honestly old world beauty
can be appreciated everywhere you turn
in cordoba number five galicia
looking to see a different side of spain
a landscape that based on the
quintessential spanish aesthetic
you might actually mistake for another
country entirely welcome to galicia
a wondrous coastal region in the
northwest it's a contender for having
the best
seafood in all of europe the numerous
ports and fishing villages have given
rise to a number of regional
preparations and dishes
there's no question that with its dark
green vegetation and forests
seaside cliffs and hidden coves it is
very different from other parts of the
country
and proudly so while galicia as a whole
is well worth exploring
especially for foodies and wine lovers
the city of santiago de compostela is
the region's crowning jewel
and the best place to experience the
celtic influenced galician culture in a
concentrated dose
number four la rioja calicia is
producing some great wine
with the small-scale roman vineyards
generating interest amongst those in the
know
but for those who are looking to have a
truly wine-centric experience in spain
rioja is where you want to be with
literally hundreds of vineyards spread
throughout the region
this is a destination that needs to be
thoroughly explored and sampled to be
fully appreciated
while you'll want to spend days winding
your way through the countryside
the capital of la garronyo is also a
great place to really soak up the local
culture and sample the local delicacies
many people actually choose to use it as
their home base that being said
no trip to the region is complete
without a day trip to eskarai
a charming village at the foot of monte
san lorenzo
number three extremadora never heard of
it
don't worry you're not alone so allow us
to welcome you to the newest and most
exciting frontier of modern spanish
travel
name feels all too fitting as in many
ways it feels like a rather extreme
departure from the traditional trip to
spain
and yet the distinctive qualities and
charms that make this region feel so
unique
are in fact just the vestiges of older
spanish customs and traditions
located in the southwestern edge of the
country along the portuguese border
extremadora was actually the heart of
what we today call old spain or medieval
spain
roman ruins centuries old towns and
cities decrepit hilltop castles
it feels like a land that time forgot
but take a few bites of the regional
inland spanish cuisine and get to know
the locals and you'll see that
extremadora is very much
alive and well number 2. san sebastian
la rioja was for the enophiles extra
medura was for the traveler who likes to
get off the beaten path
but this destination we dedicate it to
the foodies the travelers who let their
taste buds decide where they go next
pincho is a form of tapas specific to
the basque region
and no city does it better than donostia
san sabastian
pincho bars are seemingly around every
corner they're tantalizing small plate
offerings
lining the counter but that's just one
of the many ways in which san sebastian
has established itself as the culinary
capital of spain
and a global foodie destination
elaborate multi-course meals
this is a seaside city that knows how to
make the most of its diverse local
ingredients
and if that's not enough san sebastian
is also blessed with beautiful beaches
a breathtaking surrounding landscape and
beautiful architecture
number one valencia we definitely think
that spain's third largest city makes
for a top destination
even compared to madrid or barcelona
it's beautiful
inspiring and vibrant and strikes a
perfect balance of history and modernity
that often defines the world's greatest
destination cities
valencia is made up of an eclectic mix
of architectural styles
and yet they all come together to give
this port city a skyline that
nonetheless feels cohesive
while san sebastian might be the spanish
destination for foodies
valencia's restaurant and bar scene does
the city proud
bike friendly accessible diverse and
boasting a great nightlife scene
valencia is a perfect city destination
the sort of place where you can really
immerse yourself in spanish culture
both past and present do you agree with
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