Spain with Michael Portillo

In Barcelona, Michael joins the Festa Major festival, tries a Catalan dance, joins a dizzying human tower, visits a historic espadrille maker, dodges Sagrada Familia queues, and en...

Michael explores the rugged green region of Asturias on Spain's northern coast, winding through mountains to a traditional fiesta, exploring the capital Oviedo, and sampling the re...

Michael travels to Bilbao and San Sebastian where he explores the Guggenheim Museum, enjoys Basque finger food, and joins in the Basque rural games where sporting skill are tested.

Michael explores Valencia, beginning in the Old Town. There he soaks up the sights of two historic squares adjacent to the Cathedral, before climbing the bell tower. He then heads...

Michael travels to Mallorca, starting in the capital Palma, where he heads to the top of its cathedral. Later he goes to the north, once almost cut off from the rest of Mallorca by...

In Andalucia, Michael uncovers Almeria's hidden history - from its magnificent fortress and desert film sets to crystal caves, coastal sunsets, and a final burst of fandango in the...

Michael avoids the crowds along the Costa Blanca and heads to the neighbouring region of Murcia, where 175 miles of Mediterranean coastline remain largely undiscovered. First stop...

Michael explores Ibiza, heading beyond the nightclubs and superyachts to reveal an island with secrets dating back thousands of years. First, he visits a well party, celebrating Ib...