Jerez is once more reclaiming its place as a city of sophistication. Michelin-star quality dining; gourmet tapas and restored architectural treasures are helping reimagine this historic capital of Sherry wines for the 21st century. Exclusive-city centre hotel, Casa Palacio Maria Luisa is very much part of the city?s renaissance, writes Andrew Forbes.

A notable palatial mansion, this boutique property has been meticulously and exquisitely restored as a unique hotel, with characterful guest suites, a roof-top plunge pool, elegant bar; and fine-dining restaurant.

Destination: Cadiz Province, Andalucia
Western Andalucia, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic is without doubt one of Spain?s most beautiful regions. Unspoilt countryside of rolling pastures, pine forests and some of the best beaches in Europe.
Yet surprisingly the province of Cadiz has been a very well-kept secret for decades. With the decline in the sherry wine industry, and the emergence of purpose-built golf and beach resorts on the nearby Costa del Col, western Andalusia was forgotten.
Jerez de la Frontera is Spain?s new hot city-break destination
Yet in recent years this fabulous region, (which includes the port cities of Cadiz capital, El Puerto de Santa Maria, and San Luca de Barrameda, made rich by the trade with the Americas following Columbus? voyages, and from the wealth from the wine industry) has emerged as the chic yet authentic destination in Southern Spain.

Jerez de la Frontera is an elegan...