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Must-visit: The stunning town in northern Spain that is ‘free from guiris’ and loved by Mick Jagger, Shakira and even Salvador Dali – according to the Sun

AS tourism numbers continue to soar in Spain, holidaymakers are increasingly seeking lesser-known destinations that are not flooded with visitors. This has seen a spike

1 Jan, 2024 @ 11:59

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This lesser-known island in Spain is the perfect winter getaway with temperatures in the 20s and a ‘delicious’ local food scene – according to the Sun

IT’S no secret that the Canary Islands are one of the most popular destinations for a winter break in Spain. Brits and other European tourists

26 Dec, 2023 @ 16:23

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Masterchefs of the universe: Why Spain is THE food capital of the world after raking in Michelin stars and dominating restaurant league tables – thanks to THESE legends

IT was exactly a year ago that I sat down with friends for one of the most otherworldly culinary experiences of my life. Seated in

25 Dec, 2023 @ 08:04

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What are the best hotels in Spain’s Sierra Nevada ski resort?

AS the snow starts to fall and blanket the place, Pradollano takes on the charm of an authentic mountain village. There are lots of places

24 Dec, 2023 @ 14:12

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REVIEW: The food offering in Spain’s Sierra Nevada ski resort keeps getting better and better – THIS is where to eat

A PIPING hot raclette, a burger and chips and a few stale tapas used to be the basic offering in the Sierra Nevada two decades

24 Dec, 2023 @ 11:34

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This charming city in Spain is the most searched location for a holiday in 2024 – and many will have never heard of it

THIS little known destination in Spain is the most searched for 2024 holiday, according to Booking.com. It comes after the popular holiday website analysed the

23 Dec, 2023 @ 10:00

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Revealed: The EU’s ‘Mediterranean Corridor’ train will carry passengers from southern Spain to UKRAINE and connect up to 10 countries – but misses out a MAJOR resort loved by Brits

PLANS for a new ‘Mediterranean Corridor’ train will take passengers all over Europe, but misses a big Spanish resort. EU ministers have agreed plans for

21 Dec, 2023 @ 11:11

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This ‘vibrant’ port town in southern Spain is loved by Spaniards and is a hidden gem for holidaymakers – according to the Express

THE Express has praised a ‘vibrant’ port town in southern Spain which is loved by local tourists. Andalucia has long been a favourite holiday destination

20 Dec, 2023 @ 16:42

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REVIEW: Does el Celler de can Roca still deserve to be in the world’s ‘best’ restaurant list? Maybe if it sorts out its wine

El Celler de Can Roca had just been crowned the world’s best restaurant by TripAdvisor in 2014. But how did it stand up to the

20 Dec, 2023 @ 12:52

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This centuries’ old Christmas market in Spain is among the best in EUROPE this year – according to Elle magazine

ELLE magazine has named this Christmas market in Spain among the best in Europe. The ‘mercado’ is the oldest in the country, with over 200

20 Dec, 2023 @ 12:23

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Visitors may have to pay to visit this Malaga attraction under new tourism proposal

A NEW tourism proposal has suggested visitors must pay to visit a popular Malaga park. It comes after the Junta asked for ideas from companies

19 Dec, 2023 @ 10:30

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This town in Malaga province has made the list of Spain’s prettiest towns

A MALAGA town has won a place in the list of Spain’s prettiest towns, with just five new locations chosen this year. Some 19 towns

18 Dec, 2023 @ 14:17

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Why this town on Spain’s Costa del Sol is a must visit over the coming winter months – according to the Sun

THE latest Spanish town to be garlanded by the British press is not such an obscure hidden gem as some others. But Nerja, just 50

17 Dec, 2023 @ 15:00

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Escape to the mountains: These 5 hillside towns in Spain make for the perfect winter getaway

SPAIN is full of enchanting hillside towns for the perfect getaway and we have picked the top five you should visit this winter. Although Andalucia

17 Dec, 2023 @ 12:00

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REVEALED: The 15 most popular winter destinations in Spain this year – but which are the cheapest?

FOR many expats and travellers, enjoying the sun in the summer months is simply not enough – they want it in the winter too. It’s

16 Dec, 2023 @ 14:56

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REVIEW: This stunning hotel in the Sierra Nevada adds an additional upmarket pull to Spain’s hippest ski resort (PICTURE SPECIAL)

THE last time I’d luxuriated in Alpine-style bliss in the Sierra Nevada was a decade ago, and right next door. When El Lodge reopened after

15 Dec, 2023 @ 18:16

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The Hacienda San Rafael in Seville province

Hotel founded by British expat in Spain’s Andalucia is named among the best in the WORLD by respected ‘Traveler’ magazine

A HOTEL in Spain’s Andalucia region has been named among the best in the world by the respected Traveler magazine. The Hacienda San Rafael in

15 Dec, 2023 @ 15:07

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This restaurant in Marbella is among the best decorated in the WORLD after winning prestigious design award

A MARBELLA restaurant has won a prestigious design award after being named the best decorated venue in the WORLD. The eatery received its accolade at

14 Dec, 2023 @ 17:10

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Brussels gives Spain an ultimatum over its toll roads

Toll roads in Spain will hike their prices next year: These are the new costs in Malaga province

TOLL roads across Spain will become more expensive from January 1, it has emerged. The so-called ‘peajes’, which offer quicker and quieter alternative routes, will

14 Dec, 2023 @ 16:23

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The fascinating history of the humble ‘espeto’ – as skewered sardines typical of Spain’s Costa del Sol become ‘second most googled recipe in the world’

THE most-googled recipes in the world have been revealed and this popular Spanish fish dish comes in second. It was most searched by people in

14 Dec, 2023 @ 11:25

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Is this the best ice cream in Spain? Owner of gelato store on the Costa del Sol wins prestigious Italian prize

A GELATO boss has won a prestigious prize for his ice cream, making his shop on the Costa del Sol a must visit for lovers

13 Dec, 2023 @ 13:48

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Feeling chilly? These 5 towns in Spain’s Andalucia will offer the warmest refuge this winter

WINTER is coming to Spain, but if you want to escape the cold, these five Andalucian towns are your best bet. Even if you’ve moved

11 Dec, 2023 @ 17:13

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REVIEW: Does the Basque region’s Asador Etxebarri really serve the best seafood dish in the world?

IT'S a food pilgrimage that thousands of people make each year but as far as the French go, Asador Etxebarri is nothing to get excited

11 Dec, 2023 @ 10:45

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Skiing in Spain’s Sierra Nevada: How the ‘Costa del Ski’ is perfect for Christmas card snowscapes and adrenaline-pumping thrills

“THERE’S no way I’m skiing down that. I’ll walk up, get my ski and take the lift down,” insisted my Olive Press colleague, looking longingly

8 Dec, 2023 @ 17:17

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These 3 beauty spots in Andalucia are among the ‘must visit’ areas in Spain, according to National Geographic

NATIONAL Geographic has chosen three Andalucian beauty spots in their ‘must visit’ list. Although many tourists come to Andalucia for sun, sea and sand, there

8 Dec, 2023 @ 15:28

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Must visit: 5 palace hotels in Spain’s Andalucia that will make the perfect cosy trip this winter

SPAIN is full of historic palace hotels perfect for a winter getaway and here are our top five picks. When the summer months start to

7 Dec, 2023 @ 14:26

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