4 top Spain holiday experiences to enjoy with your tween

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Despite concerns about the rising cost of living and increased holiday prices, two-thirds of UK families plan an overseas getaway this year. Many are turning to all-inclusive holidays to help manage expenses, with half of those choosing this option rating it as “good value.”

Spain is one destination easily accessible from the UK, and it has been a staple of the holiday market for many years. While cost concerns on flights and accommodation still weigh heavily on travellers’ minds, low-cost carriers have offered a lifeline to families with deposits as low as £60 per person and payment plans extending up to 28 days before travel. These affordable packages have made family holidays in Spain more accessible to Brits across the UK, whether coming from London, Bristol, Belfast, or even Glasgow. All that’s left is to book your flight from £183 pp, and you’ll be plumping for paella or touring the La Sagrada Familia the very next day.

Does this sound exciting? Perhaps to you, yes, but what about your tween? Luckily, Spain offers a never-ending array of experiences tailored to the interests of tweens and parents alike, making for a rich and wholesome family holiday.

To get started, here are our four top Spain holiday experiences that promise fun and enrichment.

Visiting the La Sagrada Familia in Spain

La Sagrada Familia is one of the most iconic landmarks of Spain. Designed by the renowned architect Antoni Gaudi, the cathedral’s unique design, intricate facades, and awe-inspiring interior will captivate your tween’s imagination. In the first week of October 2023, this architectural marvel was announced to reach completion soon as it sheds its scaffolding.

The main focus is on the final and tallest tower dedicated to Jesus, making La Sagrada Familia the world’s tallest church at 172.5 metres. Your family can appreciate the historical and architectural significance of this masterpiece, offering an educational experience that’s both captivating and inspiring.

Participating in La Tomatina

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For a more interactive and exhilarating experience, consider taking your tween to the legendary tomato-throwing festival, La Tomatina. Held in Buñol, a town in Valencia, on the last Wednesday in August, this unique event promises loads of messy, tomato-splattering fun. Tweens can unleash their playful side and create unforgettable memories through this fun and unconventional activity.

The festival’s lively atmosphere and camaraderie among participants make it an ideal family adventure. It’s also an excellent opportunity for tweens to embrace a new cultural tradition and celebrate Spanish festivity.

Taking a food trip to Cadiz

Thanks to innovative beach restaurants like Aponiente in El Puerto de Santa María or Chipiona’s Playa de las Tres Piedras, the coastal region around Cadiz is undergoing a foodie revolution. Families can embark on a culinary adventure to explore a fusion of flavours, from seafood classics to innovative dishes like ceviches, tataki, and tartars.

Unlike younger children, who tend to be pickier about their food, tweens can be more open to expanding their palate by trying various dishes. The culinary adventure provides an opportunity for family bonding as you savour the flavours of Spain together.

Touring the museums in Madrid, Spain

There is no shortage of museums in Madrid. The Prado and Reina Sofia Museum are ideal for families, housing a diverse collection of artworks, including masterpieces by famous artists. It’s an opportunity to combine leisure with learning, allowing tweens to expand their horizons and knowledge and encourage engaging conversations about art, history, and cultural significance.

To make educational activities more fun, you can make a game out of seeing who can find the most interesting facts about the museum, as we previously suggested in our article Travelling with Children. This can ignite your tween’s creative interests and inspire a lifetime curiosity. Who knows? They might just suggest a trip to the Louvre in France or the Vatican Museums in Italy for your next family vacation to learn more about the craftsmanship of different centuries.

With affordable travel options and diverse activities, Spain is the perfect destination for a family vacation that your tween will remember for the rest of their lives. For more tips on motherhood and tween rearing, check out our other blogs on Motherhood: The Real Deal.

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