We’d like to introduce you to our dedicated co-worker, Juan! Originally from Colombia, Juan has spent the last four years building a life in Spain. His extensive work experience in boutique hotels has given him a solid foundation for working…

FAM trips are incredibly important to us here at Valesa because they allow our partners to experience our newest and best tours first-hand. Not only are they fun and educational, but they also strengthen our business relationships and keep our…

In Spain, Easter Week is celebrated in the days leading up to Easter Sunday, bringing with it a variety of festivals, traditions, and, of course, delicious food. The variety of sweets available during this time, called Semana Santa, can be…

Carnival in Spain is a vibrant celebration held in the days leading up to Lent, typically in February or early March. Characterized by parades, elaborate costumes, music, street parties, and a lively atmosphere, each region adds its unique touch to…

“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…

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…

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…

Everyone knows that Spain makes incredible wines, and this history of winemaking goes back centuries. Therefore, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that there is more than one way to enjoy this drink. Come with an open mind and try…

This month we’re featuring a very special long-time co-worker of ours, Laura! Her story is a unique one that began in 1968 when she first came to Spain to study abroad. Over the past 55 years, she’s lived in the…