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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Valencia in December 2017

It’s time to start decking the halls, stringing up lights and eating lots of turrón! Valencia in December is magical. There’s a tangible sense of excitement in the air as the locals prepare for the several-day string of festivities that lasts from Christmas Eve until January 6. And as...

New Year’s Eve in Valencia: Where to Go & What to Do

Lindsey Zimmerman

New Year’s Eve, or nochevieja in Spanish, falls smack dab in the middle of a nearly nonstop stretch of Spanish festivities that lasts from Christmas Eve until Three Kings’ Day on January 6. And considering that it’s the third-largest city in Spain, there’s tons to do on New Year’s Eve in...

5 Ways to Enjoy Valencia in Winter: How to Beat the Cold

Lindsey Zimmerman

Valencia in winter takes on a special kind of magic. With temperatures hovering between 10–15 degrees Celsius during the day in December, it’s not quite as chilly as most of the rest of Europe. However, with Christmas markets and holiday lights decorating the streets, it’s easy to get into...

Winter Holidays in Valencia: What to Do on Christmas and New Year’s Day

Lindsey Zimmerman

Visiting a new city during Christmas or New Year’s can be challenging. An unfamiliar culture combined with wacky holiday schedules at stores and tourist attractions can make it hard to get acclimated. However, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t embrace the situation! The winter holidays in Valencia are magical...

Top 5 Kid-Friendly Activities in Valencia for the Best Family Trip

Lindsey Zimmerman

There’s no shortage of things to do in this vibrant, lively city on Spain’s eastern coast. From the wide avenues of the city center to the kilometers of stunning beaches that line the coast, Valencia is full of fun for all ages. If you’ve got little ones in tow,...

6 Hidden Gems in Valencia: Explore Off the Beaten Path

Lindsey Zimmerman

Many of the millions of tourists who visit Valencia each year go to see the city’s most iconic sites: the cathedral, the Central Market and more. However, while it’s easy to love these famous landmarks, there’s so much more to the city! There are many hidden gems in Valencia...