The magicalSpain Blog
As Spain and Portugal travel industry experts, we love to share all the latest news and information about Spain and Portugal tourism with our guests.
Check back on our blog pages for industry news, travel guides for visiting Spanish and Portuguese cities, and a variety of revealing articles and curiosities that we find illuminating the culture in Spain and Portugal.


Spain Luxury Villas For Your Vacation
Our collection of Spain Luxury Villas begins in the popular & beautiful regions of Andalucia, in southern Spain, and Catalonia in NE Spain…

Introduction To Portugal
Many world travelers believe that Portugal is unfairly overlooked, if you do this private introduction tour we are sure you will agree…

Highlights of Prado Art Museum in Madrid
While Prado is full of masterpieces, there are a few artists and periods that really stand out. Without further ado, here are the highlights of the Prado that no self-respecting art lover should miss!

The Best 5 Spanish Wineries
Spain has dozens of excellent wineries based on international & Spanish ratings. Here I’ll give you my 5 favorites for amazing Spanish red wines.

Outdoor VIP Event Planning Agency Spain
Looking for some US experts living in Spain to plan your perfect VIP event? Our connected team can plan wonderful events for your guests!

Spain Tapas 101
In talking with our customers for our private tours of Spain over the last 20 years, we see some very understandable confusion about tapas…

Say Hola to Dan! Your Author & Private Tour Planner in Spain
Hola from Spain! I’m Dan O’Beirne, founder of Magical Spain.
Originally from America, I worked in the Health and Wellness sector until my desire to travel resulted in my settling in Spain. Having fallen instantly in love with the country, cultures, and people here, I have made it my mission for the last twenty years to share this passion with our clients.
Step 1
Fill out the form with the destinations, wish-list, & personal preferences for your perfect trip. If you would like your tour planner to offer some inspiration, then we are happy to provide a suggested itinerary which we can then refine with you until you are 100% delighted with it.
Step 2
Soon after receiving your request, your personal tour planner will be in touch to begin planning your custom tour. You will then receive a tailor-made tour itinerary which can be revised an unlimited number of times to ensure total satisfaction and the perfect vacation.
Step 3
Your officially licensed private guide will meet you at the pre-arranged starting point of your tour. You can count on us for 24/7 in-country support and everything else necessary for a wonderful vacation and seamless tour experience. Welcome to Iberia!
Request Your Complimentary Custom Itinerary With Our Spain Experts
California couple did Spain in 2021. Meg shares their experience with Magical Spain…

“Outstanding, seamless planning with a very personalized itinerary executed perfectly…..
In Spain, we felt like VIPs as we met the winemakers in La Rioja and Ribera del Duero, the chefs, the village mayor and flamenco dancer in Sevilla! The unique experiences and memories beat that of 4 or 5 cruises. We will be back to do Andalucia or Portugal in a few years”
Scott & Kisha McCann (NYC)
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“Thanks to the meticulous preparation, contacts, and knowledge of Magical Spain, our trip was sculpted to fit our most personal interests….it was both fun and educational for our two children. Dan and Rachel know more people than a Washington fundraiser and was fantastic…, truly our private Spain tour was a vacation our family will cherish forever.”
Mark Rosenthal (US)
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“I urge everyone who values unforgettable vacations to contact Magical Spain and talk to Dan or Rachel.
Beyond the personalized planning and fine 24-7 tour support, we loved the quality and care of the licensed guides, the delicious tapas, the exotic ambiance of Seville and Granada, Madrid’s majesty and art, medieval Toledo, and meeting the olive oil estate owners, artist, chef & winemaker.”
R. Mathews, wife & friends (Northern Virginia)
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The highlight for me was going to the restaurant you picked for us in Cadaqués. Wow, what a treat! Mercedes is an incredible guide. As I reviewed some Rick Steves videos, I noticed that your guides Jesús, and Mercedes featured in them! I’m so glad we had your company to get us to the airport or we’d be standing in Plaza Catalunya waiting to board a bus to the airport after wheeling all our luggage there from the hotel. We’re feeling bad for others but thankful for your excellent planning and the 24/7 support by Inma and Mercedes! Thanks again and we hope to return to do Andalucia and or Portugal soon!”
Anne & Sean K, (NYC)
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“I hire lawyers, doctors, tax experts …. well this year I hired the Magical Spain expert team for a custom private guided Best of Spain trip with my granddaughter…. excellent luxury hotels, perfect planning, comfortable transport, no stress and memorable experiences of Spain’s history, cuisine, wine & culture.”
Cheryl Powers (San Francisco, CA)
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“Our private Spain guided trip was superb and stress-free, thanks for the customization.. we loved the Seville and Granada walking tours, but also the historic hilltowns, medieval castles, wine tasting with the winemaker, tapas on the plazas, flamenco guitar…great insight and memories!”
R. Fergerson (NYC)
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