Following Girona's promotion last night, worth a reminder that LaLiga Santander offers some of the most varied and rewarding away days in world football. Drink it in, in alphabetical order

Almería
UD Almería
The Cabo de Gata is one of the best stretches of beach in the country, a large part of it nudist.
€2

Barcelona
FC Barcelona, RCD Espanyol
I hardly need to explain. A must-visit, and currently less full of tourists than usual.
€2.90

Bilbao
Athletic Club
A city that has had one of the most spectacular glow-ups of the last 30 years. A centre for art, culture and food. Once you’ve had pintxos you won’t want to eat any other way.
€2.40

Cádiz
Cádiz CF
The best beaches, a world-class carnival (Feb) and one of the oldest cities in Europe. Don’t try to understand the locals too much. This place is a whole vibe.
€2

Elche
Elche CF
In the heart of Alicante, full of amazing nature and banging nightlife. If you like that sort of thing, Benidorm is around the corner.
€2.20

Girona
Girona FC
Gorgeous city packed with award-winning food joints. The medieval centre is overwhelming. Check out the Game of Thrones cathedral and feel very, very small.
€2.50

Madrid
Atlético de Madrid, Getafe CF, Rayo Vallecano, Real Madrid CF
For its size, you’ll never get over how local and accessible Madrid feels. Coolest city in Spain. At night, every street has a bar or bodega open until the small hours.
€2.90

Palma
RCD Mallorca
Snorkeling meets gothic architecture. Live by the beach, head out on a cycling adventure or go see one of the largest cathedrals you’ll ever see.
€1.90

Pamplona
CA Osasuna
You’ve got bulls. You’ve got mountains. A spectacular walled city. And the winner of the 2021 Stadium of the Year.
€2.20

San Sebastián
Real Sociedad
Just look at it. An Instagrammer’s dream. Also a world class watersport and food destination. Everything about it is poetry.
€2.40

Seville
Real Betis, Sevilla FC
Thought San Sebastián was beautiful? Nothing looks, smells or sounds like Seville. Also features the best derby in Spain.
€2.30

Valencia
Valencia CF
One of Spain’s most modern and most historic cities. Vibrant and multicultural feel. The best oranges you’ll ever taste.
€2.90

Valladolid
Real Valladolid
Massive film festival makes this a thriving cultural hub. Strong literary connections with Cervantes and Hemingway. High student population guarantees a good atmosphere at night.
€2.20

Vigo
RC Celta
The Celtic corner of Spain, featuring rain, folk music and lush countryside. Wait ‘til you see the Octopus guy.
€2.30

Vila-real
Villarreal CF
I’m stretching here. Everyone knows it for being a town of 50 THOUSAND PEOPLE. The football sells it; go see the 2021 UEL winners and 2022 UCL semi-finalists. And just look at those beer prices.
€1.80

Following Girona's victory over Tenerife in the LaLiga SmartBank playoff final.

Tenerife would, of course, have let the side down.