Catalonia, the distinctive northeastern corner of Spain, showcases diverse landscapes, medieval villages and an enviable culinary scene. The region’s capital, Barcelona, is no stranger to American travelers, but the surrounding Catalan countryside draws far fewer of them. This video will take you on a tour of this scenic region’s lesser-known pleasures, including sophisticated hideaway hotels, wineries amid rugged vineyards and dramatic calas (coves) along the Costa Brava, best explored by private boat. You can read my full reviews of five Catalan hideaways here.