Spain
Luxury Spain Holidays
Suggested trips through Spain, each one a starting point that our LGBTQ+ travel specialists tailor around your dates, pace and preferences.
Featured Holidays in Spain
Grand Tour of Spain: Madrid, Seville, Valencia and Barcelona
A single grand tour through four of Spain's defining cities, each with its own distinct claim on the country's identity. Discover Spain on this eight-day journey through Madrid, Seville, Valencia, and Barcelona.
8 days | From £4,000 pp
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Culinary Tour Of Spain: Barcelona to Seville
A thirteen-day journey through Spain's regional cuisines, from the Catalan coast to Andalusian tradition, taking in some of the country's most established LGBTQ+ neighborhoods along the way.
13 days | From £4,195 pp
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Barcelona & Sitges in 7 Days: GaudÃ, Gay Scene & Beaches
Tailor-made HolidayImmerse yourself in the vibrant LGBTQ+ culture of Spain with a journey through two of the continent's most welcoming destinations – Barcelona and Sitges. Begin your adventure in Barcelona, a city renowned for its captivating blend of historic charm and modern flair. Marvel at the architectural wonders of Antoni GaudÃ, including the whimsical Park Güell, where colourful mosaics and fantastical sculptures await.
7 days tailor-made from £1,950 per person View trip
Luxury Canary Islands: Tenerife & La Gomera
Tailor-made HolidayDiscover a different side of Spain with this luxury Canary Islands itinerary, combining Tenerife and La Gomera in a private, design-led Atlantic escape. Far removed from party resorts, this journey focuses on dramatic volcanic landscapes, discreet five-star villas and slow, sun-soaked indulgence. Begin in Tenerife, where black-sand beaches meet the lunar terrain of Teide National Park.
8 days tailor-made from £4,095 per person View trip
Hidden Mallorca & Menorca Villa Escape
Tailor-made HolidayA quietly private escape across Mallorca and Menorca, built for couples who want the Balearics without the scene. This seven-day luxury Balearic Islands itinerary combines Mallorca and Menorca in a beautiful Mediterranean escape handcrafted for privacy, style, and total indulgence. Far removed from Ibiza's party image, this journey focuses on private villas, hidden coves, and cultivated coastal living.
8 days tailor-made from £7,495 per person View trip
Slow Down in Andalusia
Tailor-made HolidaySeven nights at a single hillside estate, olive groves in every direction, and nowhere else on the schedule. Most Andalusia itineraries move fast: Seville, Córdoba, Granada, and Ronda, each city allotted a day or two before the next. This one does the opposite. A single week is spent based at a rural estate in the hills, with the surrounding towns treated as occasional excursions rather than a checklist.
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Madrid & Chueca: A Sapphic City Break
Tailor-made HolidayBeyond Chueca's rainbow crossings and crowded terraces lies a quieter world of courtyard bars, bookshops, and more, explored by LGBTQ+ travellers for decades. Chueca's main streets are well known: the rainbow-painted crossing at Pedro Zerolo, the terraces that spill onto the square outside the metro station, and the crowds that gather there most evenings, a scene that has become almost synonymous with the neighborhood's reputation.
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Ibiza: Beyond the Clubs
Tailor-made HolidayIbiza's reputation was built on its clubs, but its most exclusive addresses have always been in the hills, well away from the partying. Ibiza became a prominent LGBTQ+ destination decades before the superclubs arrived, drawing artists, writers, and a bohemian community to the island's interior through the 1960s and 1970s. That history has been steadily overshadowed by the island's later reputation as Europe's party capital, and this itinerary is built to recover it.
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Spain and Portugal Tour: Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon & Sintra
Tailor-made HolidayA journey through two neighboring capitals and their satellite towns, taking in each city's own LGBTQ+ quarter along the way. This luxurious journey through Spain and Portugal blends cultural discovery, world-class hospitality, and unforgettable experiences. The route moves between two capitals and the historic towns that shaped them, Toledo for Madrid and Sintra for Lisbon, tracing each country's golden age beyond its capital.
9 days tailor-made from £6,095 per person View trip
Luxury Mediterranean Cruise: Athens to Barcelona
Tailor-made HolidayThis itinerary pairs Athens's ancient core with a week at sea through some of the Mediterranean's quieter ports, closing in Barcelona. It's built around one of Seabourn's signature Mediterranean sailings, with the two city stays framing the cruise on either end. The trip begins in Athens at the King George Hotel, positioned in the city's historic centre.
14 days tailor-made from £5,825 per person View trip
Luxury Mediterranean Cruise – Barcelona, Rome, Ibiza & Mykonos
Tailor-made HolidayEmbark on a luxurious journey through London, Barcelona, and Mykonos, including a magnificent seven-night Virgin Voyages cruise from Barcelona, which will take you around some of the sparkling gems of the Mediterranean. This getaway is ideal for those who want to experience some of Europe's most-loved destinations on a varied and unique itinerary.
17 days tailor-made from £9,450 per person View trip
Spain: The Out Of Office Collection
Tailor-made HolidayEmbark on a journey of luxury and sophistication with our curated selection of Spain's finest hotels. From the historic elegance of The Ritz to the contemporary chic of modern design hotels, our guide showcases the pinnacle of Spanish hospitality. Explore the vibrant streets of Madrid, unwind on the beaches of Ibiza, and discover the hidden gems of each destination with our expert recommendations. Spain is a premier holiday destination cherished by travellers worldwide.
7 days tailor-made from £2,300 per person View trip
Spain and Morocco By Train
Tailor-made HolidayImmerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Andalusia and Morocco with our captivating twin-centre itinerary. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the best of both continents, seamlessly blending the diverse cultures of Europe and Africa. Begin your journey in the enchanting city of Malaga, where history and culture converge amidst charming streets and vibrant plazas.
10 days tailor-made from £2,900 per person View trip
Madrid & Barcelona: A Tale of Two Capitals
Tailor-made HolidayTwo capitals, deliberately contrasted rather than conveniently combined: coastal Catalonia against the Castilian court, a week apart. Barcelona and Madrid are frequently paired for convenience; both boast awe-inspiring architecture and a direct transport link of under three hours. This itinerary treats the Spanish pairing as a contrast rather than a checklist: Barcelona is coastal, Catalan, and shaped by Modernisme, while Madrid is landlocked, Castilian, and shaped by empire and the Habsburg court.
7 days tailor-made from £3,270 per person View tripGay Group Trips in Spain
Set departures with dates already fixed, organised end to end and travelling as a small group. Where a departure is full, dates are available on request. Extensions either side can be added, and we can plan something tailor-made instead if you would rather.
Reading on Spain
Sitges vs Mykonos – which is better?
Sitges and Mykonos are the most popular gay travel destinations in Europe. During peak season, LGBTQ+ travellers outnumber straight people by some distance. There are many bars and restaurants to explore in both destinations, as well as excellent beaches. You can also combine Sitges with Barcelona or Mykonos with Santorini (or other nearby Greek islands). Every LGBTQ+ traveller has to visit Sitges and Mykonos at least once in a lifetime.
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Ibiza vs Mallorca: Best Gay Holiday Destination?
If you’re planning a trip to a Mediterranean island, Ibiza and Mallorca often steal the spotlight. Both islands are jewels in the Balearic crown, with pristine beaches, luxury hotels, and rich cultural experiences. If you’re looking for buzzing nightlife, Ibiza is home to one of the biggest party scenes on the planet.
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The Best Gay Winter Sun Destinations in Europe
As much of the world plunges into the cold in winter, some places stay invitingly warm. Outside of the summer season, however, many popular holiday spots all but close down. You can enjoy winter sun in Mykonos or Santorini, but most businesses will be closed. You'll certainly get better rates but you miss the buzz travelling out of season.
ReadThe hard part is not finding a beautiful place. It is finding the right one for you.
Frequently asked questions
Travelling with Out Of Office
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
Our Experts
If you've never been to Spain, add it to your travel bucket list. My favourite Spanish destination for luxury travel is Barcelona.
I've lived in Spain and there is nowhere quite like it - a place where cuisine, culture and stunning scenery truly converge into one unforgettable destination.
We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
Start Planning Your Trip
Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of travelling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
One named specialist, first enquiry to homecoming. No call centre, and nothing is charged until you decide to book.