No matter whether you plan to travel to Spain for business or pleasure and no matter how long you plan to stay, doing so in style and luxury will give you memories that will last a lifetime. With everything that has been going on in the world lately, many of us haven’t been able to travel in a year or more. So, now that you’re able to do so and you have your eyes set on Spain, why not make it luxurious?
Once you have your visa and you’re ready to start packing, use our suggestions below and you can kick the style of your entire trip up several notches.
Before we start, check out natvisa.com. They have put together a great article from transportation to what the weather is like in Spain.
If you’re wondering why you should travel to Spain at all, you might want to brush up on your international cities. This country is renowned for its art and culture, fine cuisine, and awe-inspiring monuments and museums. And of course, there are also beautiful beaches, plenty of natural spaces, regular fiestas, wondrous cities, and so much more.
While all that is enough to draw in millions of tourists a year, we think that if you travel there in luxury it will end up as your favorite international destination ever.
We’ll talk about your airline accommodations in a subsequent section, but we’re referring to your wardrobe and luggage. Of course, you want to look your very best so you may want to evaluate the clothes you plan to wear and take.
Should you really wear those old college sweats on the plane just because they’re the most comfortable pants in the history of pants? Not if you’re serious about traveling to Spain in luxury. Consider taking a portion of your travel budget and spending it on some new clothes.
Additionally, if your suitcase has seen better days or you’re used to traveling with nothing more than a duffle bag, take the time to get some new luggage. You can hardly ever go wrong with leather and if you want to look the part, a quality suitcase is another great place to start.
We all know that for the general traveler, just taking a two-hour flight can be exhausting and an international flight can include longer lines, multiple connecting flights, and a multitude of other things that can induce stress.
Since you’re traveling to Spain in luxury, you should feel your very best every step of the way. Schedule an in-home relaxing massage an hour or two before you have to leave for the airport or, if you have an early morning flight, the night before. Massages can relax both the body and the mind and can set the mood for the entire experience.
Forget driving yourself to the airport and messing with parking and a shuttle. Cabs are out of the question and even ride-share options should be off the list. To really start this trip off in luxury, reserve a quality limousine from a reputable company and be sure to schedule the pickup time with plenty of time for the trip and check-in.
On that same line, if the hotel you plan on staying after you arrive in Spain doesn’t have one waiting to pick you up, reserve your own. As a matter of fact, living it up luxuriously in Spain means that you can take a private limo everywhere you go.
It should go without saying that if you want to travel to Spain in luxury that you should upgrade to first-class airfare. The extra legroom alone will make the long flight extremely more comfortable and of course, the extra amenities are an added bonus.
However, you should pamper yourself as much as possible on this long flight. Consider taking a quality neck pillow, a nice sleep mask, and of course, your laptop with earbuds/headphones. Also, make sure you get the Health Form for Spain before you depart. At the moment, it’s a requirement.
Take advantage of the quality amenities and services of first class. You’ve dressed the part and if you really want to travel in luxury, you should immerse yourself as much as possible.
Traveling to Spain means that you can choose from an array of top-rated hotels and exquisite restaurants. Stay at the Gran Hotel Miramar, the Relais & Châteaux Hotel Orfila, or a suite at the Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower. While you may need to make reservations well in advance, you should definitely dine at the finest restaurants like:
There are plenty of luxury shopping neighborhoods scattered throughout Spain and you should visit several of them. In your personal limousine of course.
The classiest area of Madrid is the Salamanca district. This area is home to the biggest and most exclusive names in fashion, jewelry, decoration, and more. Here, you’ll find fabulous boutiques, such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Tous, and Loewe, along with Spanish designers like Manolo Blahnik. The area is also dotted with elegant mansions, chic cafés, multiple galleries with contemporary art.
In Barcelona, visit Passeig de Gràcia and the Barcelona Shopping Line, which is Five kilometers of shops and is the largest outdoor shopping district in Europe.
Traveling to Spain in luxury is definitely the way to experience the country. Pamper and wrap yourself in the comfort of luxury from the time you even start planning and shopping until the moment you return to your front door and you’ll have memories that will last you a lifetime. Check out entry restrictions to Spain before making any travel arrangements.
