Chiclana de la Frontera

Situated in southern Spain, Chiclana de la Frontera sits beside the glittering Gulf of Candiz. Here, it's all about simple Spanish pleasures, from gorging on traditional tapas and sipping sangria at sunset, to watching flamenco dancers strut their stuff. Its star attraction is undoubtedly Playa de la Barossa, the award-winning beach which is a short drive from town.

A fixture in many a 'best beach' list, it's a picture-postcard expanse of white sand, complete with beach bars and other convenient amenities. Chiclana de la Frontera's other must-see is the old town, which features character cobbled streets, quaint flowery courtyards, and plenty of places to grab a bite.