Villa Barallete

This villa is nestled near the town of Malpica and close to several beaches. There are lovely sea views all around the area and the holiday villa itself is a 20-minute walk from the beach. In the opposite direction, another 20-minute walk away from the villa, are all the necessary amenities like restaurants and shops.

Maior de Malpica beach forms a small inlet - here, there is a promenade with restaurants and cafes. It's the most popular beach in the area, thanks to its urban location, lively, family-friendly atmosphere in summer and soft golden sand. Surfing and body boarding is particularly great at this beach - sign up for some lessons. Alternatively, take a walk along the beach to Canido, all the while enjoying views of the Sisargas Islands - an archipelago uninhabited by humans but home to many species of marine birds.

Buno pottery is found in the Malpica area, which is a traditional Galician style of pottery using everyday materials and local clay. The town was awarded the Gold Medal of Fine Arts and endeavours to keep its craft alive. You can purchase some unique pottery as a souvenir or find out more at the Forna do Forte eco-museum.

Take a day trip to A Coruña, which is known as the Crystal City, thanks to its 'galerias' - enclosed glass balconies that feature stained glass. In the centre of town, visit Maria Pita square for some people-watching and excellent examples of Galician architecture. A superb museum to visit in A Coruña is the Domus, that explores the human body through 200 interactive exhibits about genetics, humanity and evolution.

On Wednesdays and Saturdays there is a charming flea market where you can rummage for unique souvenirs. The Estrella Brewery is a fascinating experience for beer lovers - you can choose between a self-guided wander around the eight interactive exhibits or take a tour. Learn about the history and composition of Estrella, as well as enjoying five samples and a complimentary draught beer.

Another sight to catch is the Hercules Lighthouse, which enjoys an amazing panoramic view of the Costa de Morte. Perched atop a rock at the entrance of Coruna Harbour, it is the only functioning Roman lighthouse. As the sea here is so choppy, ships crossing the Atlantic Ocean relied on the lighthouses all along the coast.

Read more about Galicia

About Galicia

Like many parts of Spain, Galicia has its very own identity that has remained intact through its regional dialect and distinguishing culture. Although Galicia is recognised for its holy traditions, we urge budding tourists to also consider its astonishing green countryside & rivers and its UNESCO World Heritage sites. Occasionally you may even hear the gentle tootling of bagpipes, known locally as the Galician Gaita, along this northern corner of the Iberian Peninsula.

You're likely to fly into Santiago de Compostela, which is the capital of Galicia and is probably best known for the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage and its route. Many of the travellers embark on this journey by foot and tend to be mesmerised by this fine city at the end of their trek. Casco Viejo, or the Old Town, is a good place to end or even start your holiday. This area of the city is blessed with markets, restaurants, bars and buildings from a bygone era. After exhausting yourself in the busyness of the city, take a day trip to Praia de Rodas, on the gorgeous Cíes Islands. These small islands, accessible by boat from Vigo, Baiona, or Cangas, have been noted as having some of the best beaches in the world. It has to be seen to be believed!

Galicia is divided into four key regions: A Coruña, Lugo, Ourense and our favourite – Pontevedra. A Galician proverb states that 'Pontevedra gives water to travellers'. We firmly believe this to be true, as this particular part of Galicia has everything a traveller could need for an unforgettable experience and it almost feels like this city is constantly giving back. Whilst you holiday in Pontevedra you will realise that days are structured around mealtime. And why wouldn't they be? With some of the best seafood you will experience in Spain and the noteworthy Albariño wine, you may notice your jeans feeling a little tighter toward the end of your holiday. You will be glad to know that your waistline need not be a cause for concern though! Pontevedra is blessed with some of the best hiking trails, medieval monasteries, estuaries, and valleys within Spain. Don't forget about the coastline either! Rarely you will you find so many empty beaches, so make the most of this privacy and just embrace the nature around you.

Galicia is still an unspoilt part of the world. It has everything a diverse group of friends & family need to have a glorious adventure.

Getting There

Galicia is served by either Santiago de Compostela Airport, A Coruña Airport, or Vigo Airport. Various train lines connect the main cities and towns of Galicia to other destinations in Northern and Central Spain (and even Portugal). There are also vairous coach routes that you can take throughout the region and to other cities in Spain.

From the UK:
Direct flights are available from London with easyJet, Ryanair, Vueling, and many others. Although, travellers should be aware that Vigo Airport only receives domestic flights, so a stopover is needed if you wish to travel to this airport. Chartered flights are also available from several other UK airports.