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The Caribbean Grace Bay, on the island of Providenciales, tops the list, while Playa del Muro in Spain’s Mallorca comes in at number 17

Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, a former executive at eBay and Paypal, has published a memoir explaining how she went from shunning nature walks to climbing the world’s Seven Summits

Environmentalists are waging a legal battle against the construction of a fourth enormous pier on a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve where coral reefs could be destroyed

Tomy Aguiló of Argentina and Korra Pesce of Italy sustained a serious accident while climbing the famous Cerro Torre, and only one of them could be saved

Eerily silent paths meander through pine groves and fig trees before opening up to the sea on an island that has preserved unspoiled areas despite the tourist boom

Forests of beech, oak, maple, fir and pine offer visitors a remarkable display of colors as autumn gets underway

The city of Huelva is planning to erect 15-story buildings at the base of a hill that has yielded dozens of precious artifacts from an ancient civilization that traded as far as the Middle East

Ahead of the tourism high season, the Spanish government is seeking to facilitate international mobility. Here are the main conditions you will need to meet before you can cross the border

The State Department moves dozens of nations from level 4 to 3, meaning it is still not safe for unvaccinated visitors

Many establishments in Tenerife, Ibiza and Benidorm are shut due to a lack of customers. The British decision to keep the country off its green list list has been a blow to the sector

The so-called ‘coronavirus passport’ will come into force across the 27-country bloc on July 1, and aims to standardize documents such as proof of vaccination or PCR test results

Marepolis gives visitors the chance to plunge to depths of 20 meters, without having to travel any further than the X-Madrid shopping mall in Alcorcón

Using a thousand images and 73 digital features, Google Arts & Culture has devised a new digital experience allowing users to follow in the footsteps of these two groundbreaking explorers

In this remote corner of Mexico, a clutch of villas and two hotels are inspired by indigenous architecture with touches of luxury beyond the reach of all but the select few

From Girona to Cádiz province, Spain is home to a number of warm Mediterranean spots which are perfect for enjoying a final splash before winter

A new book provides suggestions for enjoying ‘shinrin-yoku,’ a popular Japanese concept involving mindful walks to reduce stress levels and improve general wellbeing

With the coronavirus crisis causing great uncertainty, EL PAÍS has looked at what travelers from Spain need to consider before they book a trip abroad, with respect to cancellations, holiday deals and the risk of a new lockdown

The Huesca region of this mountain range is both the most central and the highest, making it a popular tourist destination with iconic spots such as Ordesa, Jaca and Aínsa. But off the beaten track there are timeless areas still to be discovered by those seeking to get away from it all

From sequoias in Cantabria to the largest community of storks in La Rioja, here is a selection of places that outdoor lovers will not want to miss

The regions of Aragón, Castilla y León, and Extremadura are home to sparsely populated areas filled with natural wonders and cultural sites that are well worth a visit

They were once an economic engine, but now the pits in the northwestern Spanish region have been shuttered and instead receive visitors, who can walk through the underwater tunnels of the Arnao, take a train through forests in Langreo, and even dig for coal themselves

Enjoy a stroll around the recently reopened outdoor art museum in Hernani, while experiencing the culture and delicious cuisine of the Basque city

Spanish resorts and those in nearby Andorra are offering lots of exciting innovations on and off-piste

Summit the highest peak in the Spanish peninsula, wander through labyrinthine streets, and sample traditional food on a visit to the picturesque villages of Bubión, Capileira and Pampaneira

Travel writer Paco Nadal lists his favorite fortresses in the country, and explains why they are so special

Whether you fancy being a miner for the day or prefer to wash away the cobwebs at the magical Xurbeo waterfall, here are some ideas of how to enjoy Spain’s beautiful northwestern region this autumn