Spain photo diary: from Madrid to Mallorca

From Mallorca’s rugged Serra de Tramuntana, and Gaudí’s wonderfully whimsical architecture in Barcelona, to the mouthwatering tapas served down tiny side streets in Madrid’s city centre, Spain truly has something for everyone. Not forgetting the beaches; Spain is home to some of Europe’s most coveted coastal destinations, where golden sands meet crystal-clear waters, drawing sun-seekers from around the globe.

Breakfast with a view...

…from Urso Hotel & Spa, a short stroll from Madrid’s famous golden triangle of art galleries.

Sun dappled corners...

…of boutique hotel Can Ferrereta, a rustic retreat in Mallorca’s half-asleep district of Santanyi.

Making a splash...

…at Mallorca’s Port de Valldemossa.

Wandering through...

…Palma de Mallorca’s picturesque old town.

Checking in...

…at WITTMORE HOTEL in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter.

Sundowners on...

…WITTMORE’s rooftop, lined with striped, citrus-yellow loungers and twinkling lights.

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