There’s a common conception that paella is Spain’s national dish, and we’ve already written about where to eat paella in Barcelona, but what many visitors don’t realise is that paella’s homeland is actually the region of Valencia. Although the most popular area for eating paella here is by the sea, this is not necessarily where the best restaurants are found. In fact, the best place to eat paella in Valencia is in more far-flung, rural areas. So, without further ado, allow us to take you on a culinary tour of the best paella restaurants in Valencia.

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so with Las Fallas in Valencia fast approaching, we’ve put together a selection of photos. Those of you who have never been there can get an idea of what this celebration is all about…

Dream Beaches and Coves for an Unforgettable Summer Spending summer in Spain or Portugal means enjoying great weather, and where better place to soak up the sun than the beach?…

Here are the best options for an unforgettable summer’s night Still not sure what to do for Midsummer’s Night? Here are four great ideas to make the 23rd of June…

Visitors to Benidorm who would like to see something a little different to lounging the beach or exploring the town would do well to become familiar with Terra Mitica.

No visit to a city is complete without having passed through the local markets, these buildings full of vitality where you can watch the hustle and bustle of daily life, hear the cries of the stall holders peddling their wares, the colours of the fruit and vegetables…and Valencia is no different. These are Valencia’s main markets.

The City of Arts and Science in Valencia will again play host to one of Spain’s most important tennis tournaments, the Valencia Open 500. Bringing together some of the world’s best players the tournament will take place from the 19th to the 27th of October 2013.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to throw a tomato at someone? On the 28th of August 2013 in the Spanish village of Buñol only 30 km from Valencia , your question could be answered.

The night of San Juan is an ancient pagan tradition adapted to Christina practices to celebrate the summer solstice or the longest day of the year. The celebration is based around three of the five elements, water, fire and the sun. It is a perfect opportunity to party until the sun comes up. This year the night of San Juan in Valencia will be celebrated between the 23rd and 24th of June.

If you like sailing, you can’t miss this event! From the 18th-22nd of April, Valencia hosts for the first time the Valencia Boat Show. This boat show launched with a bottle of champagne as tradition mandates hopes to become a business, recreational and sport reference in the boating sector.