Playas, tapas y fiestas: this is the cocktail served on the Spanish coast all summer long. The Iberian coast cultivates the art of "live-joyful and flip-flop" that attracts a plethora of visitors to the country's most festive resorts. Barcelona, Ibiza and Palma de Mallorca are at the top of the bill, followed closely by Valencia, Alicante and Malaga. BenidormSalou, Lloret del Mar and the beautiful San Sebastian are also part of this cast of wedding girls who propel Spain as the European entertainment destination. Enjoy the joys of the sea, idleness, taste the typical Mediterranean specialities and, as soon as night falls, put on your clothes of light to celebrate until the first light of day..
N°2-Ibiza
Ibiza rhymes with fiesta and Guetta... the mythical couple of Parisian nights has propelled Ibiza as THE destination of the wedding parties. Everything is there, starting with the paradisiacal setting of this small island which has about fifty beaches covered with crystal clear water. During the day, you can recharge your batteries in a wild natural environment and as soon as night falls, you can let go of the many discos in Ibiza, some of which are open even during the day. Le Pacha, le Privilège, l'Amnesia, l'Hï, l'Hï, l'Ushaïa, etc., you will have only the embarrassment of choice for your wild evenings.
N°3-Valencia
A mad architectural heritage, a passion for culture in all its forms, mountains in the background and fine sandy beaches in the forefront: this is what comes to mind when we talk about Valencia. What some people don't know is that the city is above all a student city, which means underground and festive with an incredible number of cafés, concert bars and discos of all kinds. The city of Fallas has a sense of celebration, it is not an evening without music and an open stage, whether in the Plaza de Honduras, in Radio City or on one of the city's beaches.
N°4-Palma de Mallorca
The largest island in the Balearic Islands is a very popular seaside destination, too much for some who would almost forget the wild beauty of its land. Admittedly, the south is entirely dedicated to tourism, but Majorca is also home to steep cliffs that plunge into the blue of the Mediterranean, a hinterland embalmed with orange trees and a rich heritage. Bikinis and idleness, basketball and hiking: the days are improvised between all its attractions and the evenings are abandoned in the many bars and discos on the island. Malaguf, Alcudia, C'an Pastilla or the Paseo Marítimo district in Palma are among the best spots for unforgettable moments between clubbers.
N°5-Alicante
On the Costa Blanca, Alicante stretches out its kilometres of beaches and its famous palm-lined esplanade: all arguments that make it the best seaside resort in Europe, according to the GoEuro comparator. It must be said that the city has everything to please, from its bustling port to the famous Santa Barbara castle ñ not to mention its markets and museums. But what convinces holidaymakers most is its tireless nightlife that brings together night birds in the old city, el barrio, around the marina and towards the beach of San Juan. There are a plethora of pubs, terraced bars and nightclubs hosted by international DJs.
N°6-Benidorm
Benidorm seems to be entirely dedicated to tourism, and its waterfront is bordered by hotel infrastructure and is a little bit like Manhattan! It is a hedonistic city par excellence: beaches, attractions, shopping and more than 160 bars and discos await you for your pleasure. The nightlife is so insane that many future brides and grooms come to bury their bachelor lives there. All evenings start on the beach of Levante and then move to the old town or to Altéa where the most emblematic places of the city are located.
N°7-Lloret del mar
Located 40 km from Girona, Lloret del mar has built a strong reputation thanks to the famous SpringBreak, this crazy festival that attracts thousands of students every May. This festive tradition continues all summer long on the beaches and in the city's many nightclubs, including a huge casino. The sun, the sea and all kinds of entertainment have transformed this old fishing village into a favourite destination for Europeans seeking relaxation and festivities.
N°8-Malaga
For a long time underestimated, Malaga now attracts a large number of tourists who are seduced by the city's many charms. Its museums, historic buildings, multiple golf courses, baths and of course its immense beaches make it a flagship destination on the Costa del Sol. Evenings are very lively, from the traditional tapas bars to the most fashionable discos in the region. Wedding parties began to invade the city centre from 11pm midnight for a formal warm-up in the neighbourhood's bars and pubs, then they were found on the dancefloors of major discos until dawn.
N°9- San Sebastian
On the Spanish Basque coast, San Sebastian is the most elegant resort in the Cantabrian Sea, nestled around the famous bay of La Concha. Its pretty beaches, Belle Epoque buildings, promenades and gardens give the city all the character it deserves: here you will find the most famous Iberian tables and the best bars in Pintxos. A great way to start your evening before the festivities, Basques know how to have fun! The old town is full of pubs and bars where a good-natured atmosphere prevails, discos take over: so go and visit the Bataplan or the GU, the most popular clubs in the city.
N°10- Salou
Considered the tourist capital of the Costa Dorada, Salou is a huge summer playground just a stone's throw from PortAventura. It has an incredible number of sports and leisure facilities, mainly oriented towards the sea, impossible to get bored on its 14 km of beaches! The evenings are just as lively, especially in the Carlos Buigas district, which brings together partygoers in the world-famous clubs of Le Pacha, La Pineda and Le Kiss. Don't miss the Nights dauradas in August, a week of folk festivities culminating in a magnificent nighttime pyrotechnic show.
N°1-Barcelona
Barcelona is one of the stars of the Spanish dancefloor and takes first place when it comes to partying at a lower cost. The sun, the sea, 4 km of landscaped beaches, open and cheerful inhabitants: everything contributes to putting you in a light and festive atmosphere. Many straw huts and discotheques have been set up along the beaches, particularly those of Barceloneta, Sant Sebastia and Mar Bella. We easily get into the rhythm of the Barcelonians who arrive at the beach around 5pm to enjoy the mild weather at the end of the day before starting the aperitif around 10pm. Then all scenarios are allowed... but they often end at sunrise
