Spain’s newest museum, The Museum of Human Evolution is due to open in the northern city of Burgos on July 13, 2010. The location of this museum is important as it is located just 10 miles/15,km from the world famous archaeological site of Atapuerca. A...
This summer experience music and dance emblematic sights such as the beautiful beaches of San Sebastian, The Alhambra in Granada, Montjuic hill in Barcelona or the Real Alcazar in Seville. We have compiled a short list of the many music happenings going on in Spain...
In early June the Culture Ministry and the Altamira board of directors unanimously approved the reopening of the Altamira Cave which has been closed to visitors since 2002. The cave, located in northern Spain near Santander is known as the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art”....
To many, Marrakech's La Mamounia is Africa's most renowned hotel. Sir Winston Churchill spent much of his retirement time here and for decades it was an international "IN crowd" destination. The hotel re-opened in the fall of 2009 after a 3-year total makeover. Here is a first-hand account of our recent inspection. The avenue in...
The public square in front to the CaixaForum Madrid will host monumental bronze cast sculpture of a seven meter high elephant by the artist Miquel Barcelo until June 13. The sculpture is part of the exhibition that opened its doors on February 10, 2010 and will...
Felíz año nuevo! Happy New Year! We’ve carefully checked out two newly opened hotels in Barcelona: Hotel Mandarin and Hotel Palace Barcelona. -The Mandarin Oriental in Barcelona has two outstanding features, in addition to its great location on Paseo de Gracia; the spa is the best in town,...
The largest Christmas tree in Europe (more than 230 feet tall) can be found in the Praça do Comércio in Lisbon, Portugal. Thousands of lights adorn the tree, adding to the special enchantment of the city during the holiday season. Click here for more interesting...
Valesa Cultural Services has always been known for having the best English speaking guides around. We don't settle for just the offical licensed guide, but rather boast guides and local experts that stand out in their field. Historians, art historians, curators, architecture experts, chefs, somelliers,...
This important festival of classical music and flamenco has been held annually since 1952 in the beautiful city of Granada. Top-class orchestras, musicians and dancers provide memorable spectacles in some of the most attractive settings of the city including the gardens of the Generalife, the...
Tours offered by Valesa are always tailor-made to include art and architecture, history, religious sites, gastronomy, gardens, wine-growing and tasting, and whatever special interest the group may have, and they are accompanied by experienced tour leaders who know the area and can convey its secrets...