The village of Tiniskt that we have adopted in the High Atlas Mountains pertains to the Berber community. In order to understand them better, we’d like to share some facts about these resilient and hospitable people. Present day Morocco is…
Between Spain’s must see cities of Barcelona and Valencia, there are small towns and areas between them that are just as alluring. Starting in Valencia, we highlight our favorite stops along the way here. Sagunto – this town is brimming…
La Pileta Cave – for a really unique adventure, visit this cave just outside of Ronda. Inside you can witness extraordinary cave paintings which date back to the Paleolithic Era. When the cave was discovered in 1905, pieces of pottery…
An interview with Valesa’s Owner, Marcy Forman Do you feel confident in your skills to book the best, most exclusive hotel stay at the best price for your clients? Valesa’s own Marcy Forman wants to help answer your lingering questions…
In Spain and Portugal, there are markers of history everywhere you turn. In order to maintain the significance of these places for years to come, paradores and pousadas were created. These are government-run accommodations located in preserved historical sites such…
Jamón is the pride and joy of Spanish gastronomy. It is a staple in almost all households and restaurants all over the country. It can be eaten at any time of day: on toast with fresh tomato for breakfast, mixed…
It is widely known that you can find some exceptional wines made on the Iberian Peninsula. If you are traveling to Spain for the first time, you might find yourself ordering a glass of Rioja, the quintessential dry red wine…
We’d like to introduce you to our only remote team member, Oksana. Based in Kiev, Ukraine Oksana works as a reservations manager. She began working with Valesa in July 2022 and since then has been an integral part of the…
Mr. & Mrs. Davis, on their trip to Portugal and Spain 2023: “Our trip was fabulous! The hotels, transportation, local guides, restaurants, and all communications – – everything was absolutely wonderful! Lisa Prosser and Laura Gordon(with Valesa Cultural Services) listened…
Lisbon, known as the Western gateway into Europe, the capital city of Portugal, and for its hill-filled streets, combines old and new. While not new to travel bucket lists and with an abundance of historic monuments to be seen, Lisbon…