With a fascinating history, heritage, and culture, Spain is a country that has something to offer every type of traveler. Add in the phenomenal food, music, venues, art, architecture, beautiful weather, and sunny beaches, and it’s no surprise that Spain is one of the most popular destinations for our touring ensembles. Spaniards tend to be incredibly friendly people who really know how to enjoy life, and they consistently provide wonderful audiences for our performing groups. In this week’s edition of Encore Live, expert Tour Manager Javier Parrilla Guix discusses his five favorite things about Spain, and explored the three most popular cities for travelers: Barcelona, Madrid, and Spain. Learn all about the breathtaking venues available to touring ensembles, the beautiful work of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, the fine collection of art featured in Museo del Prado, and so much more! Watch Encore Live: 5 Things I Love About Spain We hope you enjoyed this week’s edition of Encore Live. Our next event will take place on Thursday, April 29th at 4:00 PM EST when John Tregellas, Encore’s Head of Operations in Central Europe, joins us for a virtual tour to Budapest, Hungary. Although some people may not be as familiar with Hungary, it’s a destination with romantic architecture, breathtaking scenery, a vivid nightlife, more than 1,000 national springs, and an incredible musical history. You won’t want to miss this event! REGISTER FOR ENCORE LIVE: FROM BUDAPEST We are constantly planning new events, so make sure to check out our upcoming schedule for the latest information on all Encore Live events. Is there a destination that you would like to see covered in a future Encore Live event? Please let us know in the comment section below! Our new policy enhancements like the Worry-Free Guarantee make it easier than ever to register for a 2022 tour! Interested in learning more? Contact us to speak directly with one of our Tour Consultants.
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