At present, free time is something highly valued by all people. Most opted to use their holidays to travel.

Each person has a different concept of what is tourism, so there is a wide range of possibilities to suit the tastes of each.

For example, nature lovers can opt for eco-tourism or rural tourism. On the other hand, if they prefer big cities can enjoy cultural tourism.

Those seeking to relax or rest can choose the Sun and beach tourism. On the other hand, tend to prefer more active sports tourism and adventure.

Types of tourism

The main types of tourism vary depending on the activities to be performed and the place where they are carried out. Some of them are:

·  Tourism sun and sand: tourism is the best and most masificado. In Spain takes place mainly in the summer season, although there are sunny destinations throughout the year.

·  Cultural Tourism: it is one that is motivated rapprochement heritage of the place visited. Its purpose known cities, museums and monuments that have historical value and / or artistic.

·  Rural tourism: takes place in small rural towns where it is possible contact with nature. The peace of the countryside, flora, fauna and the beauty of the landscapes are its biggest attractions.

·  Ecotourism: characterized by visiting destinations where the main charm is the nature. In this tourism highlights national parks and parks, landscapes and nature reserves.

·  Health tourism: is for all those who decide to travel to treat any ailment or to relax. There are various treatments, such as hot springs. There are also spaces with natural therapeutic properties.

·  Tourism sports and adventure: main objective is to practice any activity related to sport.

·  Tourism Gourmet: this is a type of tourism in which the players are eating and drinking typical of a country or a region. Throughout Europe there are many routes and gastronomic feasts.

·  Tourism humanitarian aid: is aimed at people who travel with the intent to collaborate on social projects or NGOs. They tend to be trips to poor countries of the third world or developing.

• The cruise: a formula holidays are very complete, because they offer the chance to visit various places in a short time aboard a floating hotel. Generally, trips are very programmed.

Remarks

In addition to these types, you can find some that are revolutionizing this new sector. It is, for example, space tourism, which for a large sum of money tourists can become an astronaut.

Regarding the top tourist destinations in Spain, the last year highlighted nationals as Andalusia, Catalonia and Valencia. In terms of international destinations include France, Portugal, Italy and Germany.