Cruises to Spain can be more than just sitting back and watching the world go by underneath glorious sunshine.

Although this is inevitably going to be attractive to many holidaymakers - and why wouldn't it be? - trips to this western Mediterranean country offer a whole lot more.

You can take P&O cruises to a plethora of Spanish destinations and each port offers something unique to its visitors.

There are Mediterranean cruise deals out there to suit everyone, whether you like eating seafood, exploring cultural hubs or investigating the history of a region.

Firstly, western Mediterranean cruises can incorporate Barcelona - one of Spain's most popular tourist destinations.

The Catalan city, with its colour, passion and general good vibe, may be the choice of those on a cruise who want to sip sangria on the bustling La Rambla thoroughfare, or see the intricacies of Gaudi's architecture at close quarters.

A cruise around Spain can also take in the proud Basque city of Bilbao, which boasts the Guggenheim Museum - a centre dedicated to modern art that is housed in a spectacular building alongside the Nervion River.

The river itself cuts through the old city, giving you a natural route to follow as you investigate all the delights Bilbao has to offer.

At the other end of the country, you can cruise into Malaga or Gibraltar, where you will find yourself in a completely different Spanish atmosphere.

These ports are more famous for their beaches and coastlines and - in Gibraltar's case - you will be able climb the famous Gibraltar Rock that stands near what is the most southerly part of Europe.

Across the Strait of Gibraltar, you will be able to see Morocco and the start of a whole new continent.

Cruises in the Mediterranean also take in the north-west Spanish port of Vigo, which is a thriving fishing area that promises to serve you up a good seafood meal or two.

Seville, Corunna, Cartagena, Palamos and Alicante can all also be visited on a Mediterranean tour - and each destination offers a different taste of Spain.

Whether it is the artistic vibe prevalent in Seville, the historic sites found in Corruna, the good food of Alicante, the watersports provided by Palamos or the rich maritime past of Cartagena, you have many reasons to take a western Mediterranean cruise around Spain.

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