Galicia and Asturias Travel Guide
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Fodor's Spain 2012
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Spain's most Atlantic region is en route to nowhere, an end in itself. Though Galicia and Asturias are off the beaten track for many foreigners, they are not undiscovered. These magical, remote regions are sure to pull at your heartstrings, so be prepared to fall in love. In Gallego they call the feeling morriña, a powerful longing for a person or place you've left behind.
Galicia and Asturias Hotels
Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.
Galicia and Asturias Restaurants
Galicia, Asturias, and Cantabria are famous for seafood and fish so fresh that chefs frown on drowning the inherent flavors in sauces and seasonings. Inland...read more
Things To Do in Galicia and Asturias
Santiago de Compostela holds center stage in Spain's...read more
Travel Deals in Galicia and Asturias
- Save 15% on this stay!: Santemar in May Save with Expedia, $15/night less
- 4-Star Husa Center Coruna Fr $51+/Nt Save with Hotels.com, $9/night less
- Book 3 Nts in La Coruna this May Fr $72+/Nt — $72 Save with Expedia, $17/night less
- 4-Star Eurostars Ciudad de la Coruna Fr $72+/Nt — $72 Hotels.com
- Save Big This May! Book 3 Nts at Riazor Coruna Fr $57+/Nt — $57 Save with Expedia, $7/night less
Galicia and Asturias Experiences
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Experience gourmet heaven: The beautiful Santiago de Compostela is said to contain more restaurants and bars per square mile than any other city... Read more
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Ninth-century sources have the apostle James preaching in northwest Iberia, not far from Fisterra. Beheaded by Herod in AD 44 (Acts 12:2), Santiago's... Read more
News & Features
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Wine & Cocktails, Restaurants
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Trip Ideas, Outdoors
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