If you were to ask Irish holidaymakers their favourite spots in Spain, the Costa Del Sol and Alicante probably comes to mind, along with the major cities such as Barcelona, Madrid and Malaga.
But local's aren't likely to be holidaying in these spots. So where do the Spanish go for their summer holiday?
Writing for The Times, Monique Rivalland recommends following the example of Spanish domestic tourists and heading off the beaten track this summer. Places like Deià on Majorca or Begur on the Costa Brava might offer you a more authentic experience.