Services – Spain & Portugal has been owned and operated by Americans for the past 55 years. Tailored Travel Experiences in Spain, Portugal, Morocco & France.

Tailor-made deluxe trips for groups or individuals

Valesa Cultural Services – Spain & Portugal has been owned and operated by Americans for the past 55 years. Our background and long experience are your guarantee that we understand and meet the expectations of the most demanding clients.

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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:

The best and most experienced bicultural and bilingual team dedicated to American advisors
Local coordinators on the ground in every major city, island, and country
American work ethic, methodology, and communication style for a seamless process

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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:

Spain
Portugal
France
Morocco

Once we know all about you and what you’re seeking, we’ll craft the trip that best suits your interests, preferences, and tastes.

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Where To Go

Regional Highlights

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Special Interest Trips

Wine

Spanish wines are exciting for their different regional varieties and Portugal is renowned for its Port wines and excellent table wines. We arrange private wine tours in both countries, including tastings with experts and visits to private wine cellars for groups.

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Valesa´s Travel Blog

Happy Client – Williams Family

Thank you to travel advisor Chrissy for sending us this uplifting feedback regarding our mutual clients! “I just wanted to touch base to say THANK YOU!!! Kay has been sending me pictures and they are having the BEST time!!! They are raving about their guides, how easy it has been for them and truly enjoying…

Staff Spotlight – Bea

Say hello to our dear co-worker, Bea! About a year and a half ago, she joined our administration team where she keeps track of all our bills and payments, which is no easy task! Not only is she an organized and efficient worker, but she also has the sweetest soul and makes everyone feel welcome….

Yummy! Catalonia Named World Region of Gastronomy 2025

Catalonia has been named the World Region of Gastronomy by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts, and Tourism (IGCAT), making it the first European region to receive this honor. This recognition highlights Catalonia as a global leader in culinary excellence. Beyond Barcelona and its Mediterranean coastlines, Catalonia’s gastronomy reflects its identity, culture, and history….