One of Spain’s oldest cities, Valencia has loved, lost, and lived. From the city that gave you paella, the best weather in the country, and genuine Spanish authenticity enhanced by smaller urban crowds, Valencia is the best “in between” destination where you can bounce back and forth from northern Barcelona to southern Alicante. Typically regarded as a Spanish city break, Valencia is also the proud owner of enviable beaches, where beach bums can soak in the rays and kick back in style. Whether you sip a mojito on the golden sands or in the classy city squares, Valencia is the crème de la crème of the city and the coast.