One more week we publish our selection of the most outstanding travel offers of the moment. The desire to travel is perceived in the atmosphere. Spring is just around the corner and plans are piling up in our minds. For this reason, it is advisable not to waste time, get ahead of events and look for offers for a spring getaway, or even a summer one.
In case it helps you organize the coming months, we present five diverse proposals, suitable for all types of pockets. From a weekend in Spain, to transatlantic cruises or trips to dream destinations. Will you stay at home?
If you like cruises, you can’t miss this one. It is a classic; a legend of the oceans. It is the Queen Mary 2, the largest transatlantic ship ever built (345 meters in length). The ship, between May and December of this year, will make continuous round trips between the historic port of Southampton (south of London) and New York. If you want to live the experience, you can now make your reservation with significant discounts: for example, the price for the departure on December 15 is €794 per person, and on June 23, €936.
Includes 7 nights in an interior cabin, full board, onboard activities, boarding taxes and tips.
Where to book: Cunard
When: departures from May to December.
Are you looking for a destination for Easter? This year, the most anticipated vacation will arrive at the end of March, right at the beginning of spring. For this reason, we found this trip to romantic Germany very interesting, which includes imposing castles, forests, medieval villages and landscapes with vineyards in its itinerary. In addition, you will embark on a cruise through the Rhine Valley, declared a world heritage site. The proposal is ideal for families with a desire for adventure.
Includes direct flights from Barcelona and Madrid, 4 nights in a hotel, train tickets, cruise through the Rhine Valley, taxes and insurance.
Where to book: Tourist Forum
Departures: March 27 from Madrid, and March 28 from Barcelona.
We found this Paradores promotion highly recommended because it informs us of the reopening of 14 establishments throughout Spain. They have very attractive discounts to organize a spring getaway. To give you an idea, two options stand out: the Fuente Dé inn, in Cantabria, which opens its doors on February 24, with rooms from €69, or the Monforte de Lemos, whose reopening is scheduled for March 1, from €70.
Includes one night for two on a room-only basis. Breakfast or half board requires payment of a supplement.
Where to book: Paradores
When: starting in March.
There are few places like Granada to plan a spring getaway. And, above all, if it is organized with enough time. At the moment there is ample availability of round-trip plane tickets from several Spanish airports to the city. We have found rates starting at €40 at the beginning of spring: leaving Barcelona, ??from €46; from Palma de Mallorca, €59; from Madrid, €68, and from Bilbao, €77.
Includes round trip flights, air taxes and hand luggage up to 10 kilos (depending on the airline chosen).
Where to book: Skyscanner
When: March and April.
One of the most beautiful areas of Catalonia to organize a spring getaway is Alt Empordà, where there are highly recommended towns such as Cadaqués or the beaches of the Costa Brava. In the middle of this fascinating landscape, we find an offer from Mas Lazuli, an old 11th century convent converted into a boutique hotel, where rest is the protagonist. By the way, the infinity pool is wonderful.
Includes one night in a double room, breakfast and a glass of cava. On the weekend (Friday and Saturday) it is necessary to reserve a minimum of two nights.
Where to book: Travelzoo
When: April to June 15.
