Barcelona blends vibrant energy with Catalan tradition: explore the Gothic Quarter and Gaudí's architecture, enjoy tapas and cava in plazas and cafés, relax at the beach, shop along Passeig de Gràcia, and end the night in bohemian bars on La Rambla. A stylish city full of character.

The Hassan II Mosque rises like a lighthouse over Casablanca's port, with a 690-ft minaret. Africa's largest mosque is one of only two in Morocco open to non-Muslims, showcasing mosaics, marble columns and 50 Murano glass chandeliers. Casablanca blends tradition and modernity: the Habous Quartier's French colonial Art Deco, whitewashed Moorish houses, alleys, souks and olive markets meet cosmopolitan nightlife, restaurants and Parisian-style cafés.

Agadir, the "Miami of Morocco," blends sun, sea, and striking architecture. After the 1960 earthquake, Le Corbusier-inspired boulevards shaped the rebuilt city. Stroll the Marina for fresh fish, walk the beachfront promenade, relax in the Valley of the Birds, browse Souk El Had's 6,000 stalls, and climb the Kasbah of Agadir Oufella for history and views.

Artist César Manrique put Arrecife on the map. See his eclectic works in underground caverns, murals, and his former home in Tahíche, or visit contemporary gallery MIAC and Jason deCaires Taylor's underwater sculptures. Explore Timanfaya's spectral volcanic landscape by 4x4, and catch year-round waves at Playa de Famara, where beginners and pros alike can surf.

Fuerteventura blends ocean and desert: volcanic scenery surrounds former-capital Betancuria and the photogenic stacked stones of Santa María Church. Northward, wind-sculpted hills lead to Corralejo Natural Park's dunes, rust-red peaks, and turquoise shores. On the quieter west coast, clifftop trails reveal black sand beaches and blue seas, ending at the ocean-carved Ajuy Caves.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a sun-kissed Spanish city on an island off North Africa, with tropical charm and an active volcano nearby. Enjoy tapas, then explore nearby San Cristóbal de la Laguna's UNESCO-listed Old Town, with tiled courtyards, carved balconies and churches. Tenerife also offers half-moon bays, golf courses, vineyard hillsides, lava tunnels and basalt cliffs, shaped by Mount Teide.

Funchal's ancient streets tumble down the hills. Ride the cable car to Monte Palace's exotic gardens, where peacocks roam above the Atlantic. Descend in a wicker sleigh guided by Carreriros in white and straw hats, a tradition since the mid-1800s. Sip amber Madeira overlooking Praça do Município, then explore lush cloud forests, hiking trails, and black-sand beaches below jungle-covered cliffs.

Step back in time in Cádiz, where cobbled streets, horse-drawn carriages, tapas, and Andalusian horses evoke Spain's soul. Tour sherry wineries in Jerez, then flamenco in Seville. Explore baroque churches, palaces, Gothic cathedrals, aristocratic mansions, and medieval buildings. With three UNESCO World Heritage sites, Cádiz is truly inspiring.

Barcelona blends vibrant energy with Catalan tradition: explore the Gothic Quarter and Gaudí's architecture, enjoy tapas and cava in plazas and cafés, relax at the beach, shop along Passeig de Gràcia, and end the night in bohemian bars on La Rambla. A stylish city full of character.