Why Valesa Cultural?
We are dedicated to creating unique and fulfilling trips for each client including the best products and services that we personally inspect. Whether individuals or groups, we work collaboratively throughout our tailoring process to personalize each experience down to the last detail. Excellence in our service is our priority and so we proudly offer:
Meet the owner…
Marcy Forman, General Manager and Co-Owner, is an accomplished travel professional with 40 years experience. Marcy holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Hotel Administration from Cornell University and Spanish Culture Studies from Southern Methodist University in Madrid.
MARCY FORMAN
General Manager / Co-Owner
Where we operate
At Valesa, we not only understand clients individualized needs, but we are experts on the destinations we service as well. As passionate, bicultural professionals, we provide cultural experiences in:
Once we know all about you and what you’re seeking, we’ll craft the trip that best suits your interests, preferences, and tastes.
Where To Go
Regional Highlights
Trips Gallery
Special Interest Trips
Happy Client – Berry Family
“Thank you so much for watching out for Mr. and Mrs. Berry. They loved the trip, couldn’t say enough about the hotels, guides, tours and restaurants. They had a great time and raved about it. Everything went well. I told them we had great confidence in our Virtuoso Partner Valesa and were happy it all went…
Valesa Cultural Services Presents New Directors!
Valesa Founder Barbara Fulford and Co-Owner Marcy Forman have proudly led the luxury travel market to the very best of Spain & Portugal since 1968. In response to our exponential growth in demand, we have expanded our team significantly in recent years. So, to ensure we remain competitive and efficient for the future, we are…
Spain’s Seasonal Produce – Celery
Although celery isn’t the most exciting vegetable, it’s a common ingredient in many Spanish recipes and has some great health benefits. It’s grown in warmer regions of Spain such as Murcia, which is also known as the ‘vegetable garden of Europe’ and it’s harvested between December and March. Spain is a leading exporter of fresh…