The Southeast Travel Guide
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Spain's southeastern corner is a holiday-brochure cliché of contrasts, best known for its sand and sunshine—and planes full of tourists—but the region's varied terrain ranges from the coastal plains of the far north to the peaceful soft sands and still waters of La Manga del Mar Menor. Despite the large number of foreign residents and the annual swell of summer visitors, locals have remained fiercely protective of their regional culture. The traditional fiestas here are wonderfully colorful and exuberant, as are the distinctive local cuisine and crafts.
The Southeast Hotels
Many hotels on this coast are modern high-rises, but there are also some very tasteful independent hotels offering warm Mediterranean hospitality. Some...read more
The Southeast Restaurants
Rice grows better in the Valencian provinces than anywhere else in Spain, which explains why paella was born here. Don't order it from a menú del...read more
Things To Do in The Southeast
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Travel Deals in The Southeast
- Europe & Iceland from Seattle (R/T, incl. Tax) Icelandair
- 6-Nt. Barcelona w/Air & Tax go-today
- 5-Night Mediterranean Cruise w/Free Hotel Stay Priceline.com
- Europe & Iceland from NYC (R/T, incl. Tax) — $595-$915 Icelandair
The Southeast Experiences
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