Five Picture-Perfect Destinations in Spain off the Tourist Track
As the countdown to breakout from the coronavirus lockdown begins, here’s some inspiration for your next outdoor adventure
What to see, drink and eat at the Mercado de Triana in Spain’s Sevilla
IT may appear small from its unassuming entrance to the right of the end of Isabel II bridge, but the Mercado de Triana is packed
Sevilla: Where to eat in the Triana neighbourhood
SEVILLA really is a foodie’s paradise, and the ancient Triana does not let the side down. It may have its own distinct personality, but this
APRÈS SCOFF: There are mountains of good places to eat in Spain’s Sierra Nevada, writes Jon Clarke
Excellent dishes this season include a ceviche of scallops in a bloody Mary sauce and an amazing false risotto with coconut milk, kimchi and prawn
Could this be Spain’s most romantic place to stay? Jon Clarke takes a trip to DDG Retreat on the Costa del Sol
I’M wallowing in my private outdoor bath having played three sets of tennis at probably Spain’s most exclusive court. With a glass of cava in
Sotogrande has developed a distinct food scene over the last few years and these restaurants are a must-eat
A DECADE ago you wouldn’t have dreamed of heading to Sotogrande to eat, unless you had a house there or had just embarked from a
Arriving in Sotogrande style, take a trip down the Rio Guadiaro
IT is by far the most exciting way to arrive in Sotogrande. But you are likely to get wet so don’t bring your gladrags. One
IN PICS: This paradise retreat has won international acclaim and is just 15 minutes from Spain’s Costa del Sol (read for special Olive Press offer)
“There is everything here you’d want from a high-end holiday – privacy, infinity pool, and ambitious architecture.”
Two Andalucia villages make it onto list of Spain’s seven rural wonders
TWO Andalucian villages have made Homeaway’s Seven Rural Wonders of Spain list. Voted for by the travel website’s clients, in fourth place the Moorish hilltop
Short Break from Malaga: the White Towns of Guadalhorce
I SPEND 15 minutes gawping at the rugged Alhaurin el Grande mountain range from our balcony before I realise I am late for breakfast. We’re
Shopping centres, hotels and food markets – Spain’s best bullring restorations
As Malaga and Puerto Banus prepare to reimagine their blood-stained plazas de toros, the Olive Press takes a look at the most impressive restoration projects
High table – Ronda has mountains of top restaurants
FEW places in Andalucia have it all when it comes to food. The Serrania de Ronda however has the lot, whether you are after tasty
My long road to Ronda – mostly on foot, reveals walking guru
WHEN I first came to Andalucía in the ‘80s Alastair Boyd’s travelogues The Road from Ronda and In The Sierras of the South were essential
Flavours of Córdoba: A tour of Córdoba’s tastiest dishes
The city owes its rich culinary repertoire to the mix of cultures that have passed through
Vintage Warfare: Exploring the oldest foods in Madrid and Barcelona
The fierce rivalry between Spain’s two most visited cities is not confined to the soccer match
Olive Press publisher Jon Clarke gets five star access to Spain’s three Michelin Star heroes
Joan Roca, Quique Dacosta and Angel León are just some of the culinary stars that attended Dani Garcia's A Cuatro Manos event in Marbella
NICE ONE SON: Valldemossa’s Son Viscos is the perfect B&B for a weekend escape
IT is the perfect place to hole up for a weekend escape. And at just 20 minutes from Palma, it couldn’t be easier to get
Moorish makeover for relaunch of Andalucian teahouse on Costa de la Luz
Exotic family photos of travels around the Middle East take pride of place in the quaint teteria
Spain announces its latest ‘most beautiful villages’ – and four of them are in Andalucia
SPAIN has added 11 new villages to its official ‘Los Pueblos mas Bonitos de España’ list. The picturesque additions will become part of the government
Menorca beach ranks on best in the world
A MENORCA beach has made the list of the worlds best beaches for its white sands and blue waters. Only six beaches in Europe made
Olive Press judges Málaga’s new five star Miramar Hotel that was previously a court
It has been 12 years since Jon Clarke first step through the doors at the Palacio de Miramar and since then a lot has changed.
Andalucian hotspot named best city in the WORLD to visit in 2018
SEVILLA has been named the best city in the world to visit next year by travel guide Lonely Planet. The Andalucian gem beat the likes
REVIEW: Marvellous Marcial still has its rustic charm despite its stars
Dining Secrets of Andalucia editor Jon Clarke is delighted to find Asturias’ leading restaurant still has oodles of rustic charm, despite a 20-year gap and
Huelva Food guide: Find out why the city is Spain’s 2017 Capital of Gastronomy
The Olive Press explores the city’s top dishes to discover a tantalising clash of ocean-to-table cuisine, complemented with produce harvested from the surrounding sierras
Read the TripAdvisor reviews of 12 tourists who were not impressed by Andalucia
“It’s as though some of the museums have just been put there to give tourists something to do”
Brits on the piste!
It’s two decades since intrepid expats Giles Birch and Jonathan Buzzard started working in the Sierra Nevada, writes Jon Clarke