Mary-Ann Gallagher has written extensively for numerous travel publishers, including five guides for Footprint. Mary-Ann has travelled throughout Italy, but Sicily remains her favourite region, first visiting on an ostensibly short writing assignment but loving it so much that she refused to come home for several months. Mary-Ann is currently based in Barcelona.

DK Eyewitness Back Roads Spain driving holiday guide will take you via scenic routes to discover charming villages, local restaurants and intimate places to stay. Unearth the real soul of this magical region with all the practical information you could need, from road conditions and length of drive to parking information and opening hours. Twenty-five themed drives, each lasting one to seven days, reveal breathtaking views, hidden gems and authentic local experiences that can only be discovered by road.

Each tour is bursting with insider knowledge and loaded with ideas for varied activities from walks to days on the beach and children's attractions, to wine and cycling trips. Meanwhile, the most friendly, best-value hotels and guesthouses and charming restaurants specialising in regional produce have been selected by expert authors. The guide is full-colour throughout, with a pull-out map for easy navigation between tours and even postcode information for use with 'Sat Nav'.

Discover the unexpected on your driving holiday with DK Eyewitness Back Roads Spain .