Monday, March 18, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: ‘We opened our own SURF camp in a little-known town in southern Spain...

THE latest series of A New Life In The Sun is in full swing, featuring a surf camp run by a British expat and his wife, a Sevilla native. READ MORE: EXCLUSIVE: Meet the British expats set to appear on A New Life in The...

Start-up lets you travel around Spain and Portugal with ZERO hotel costs – but...

A NEW form of travelling has been launched which could save you hundreds on hotels by converting your car into the perfect camping spot.  READ MORE: I visited Spain’s Sevilla for the first time and was blown away by its architecture and food - and...

Flights from London Gatwick to this stunning Andalucian city will relaunch this year in...

BRITS in Spain rejoice: London Gatwick is set to relaunch flights to this historic Andalucian city with pocket friendly prices.  Budget Spanish airline Vueling has already put tickets on sale for as little as €60.  The relaunched route will connect the British capital with the picturesque...

Rural holidays are soaring in Spain’s Andalucia: These are the most popular areas for...

ANDALUCIA is becoming a hotspot for the rural tourism industry and two areas in particular are proving popular among visitors.  A morning coffee surrounded by green fields, walks in the countryside and afternoon dips in tranquil lakes, it’s no surprise rural trips are growing.  The new...

Two cities in Andalucia are among the best ‘food destinations’ in Spain – according...

NATIONAL Geographic has named two Andalucian cities some of Spain’s best ‘food destinations’.  The prestigious travel magazine celebrated the second edition of its ‘Readers Prize Awards’ yesterday, January 18.  The 2024 edition recognises the best hotels, airlines and destinations in the world for their ‘innovation’, ‘sustainability’...

Visiting Malaga? These are the 8 best hotels on the Costa del Sol- according...

THE Michelin Guide has begun evaluating hotels and these are the best 8 in Malaga province.  The culinary guide has recently expanded into the hotel market to identify ‘the best and most exciting stays in the world.’  Among them are eight Malaga hotels, each chosen for...

This ‘vibrant’ port town in southern Spain is loved by Spaniards and is a...

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 for Brits abroad, and while many will be familiar with places like Sevilla, Malaga and Cordoba, there are still hidden...

Chiringuito on Spain’s Costa del Sol is nominated for a prestigious Best Beach Club...

A SOTOGRANDE chiringuito has been nominated for a distinguished Best Beach Club award by Conde Nast Traveler magazine.  In the first edition of the Hotel&Mantel awards, the prestigious publication will identify the best gastronomy on the Iberian peninsula, i.e. in Spain and Portugal. Among the nominees...

Must visit: The tiny island off the coast of Spain’s Cadiz you’ve likely never...

THE coast of Spain’s Cadiz is home to a stunning island escape you’ll want to keep a secret.  Though small, Sancti-Petri has lots to offer for those looking for winter sun with its peaceful vibes, incredible sunsets and lots of history.  Just off the coast of...

This city in Spain is the fourth best in the world to live in,...

DATA has revealed the world’s most sought after places to live and a Spanish city has made it into the top five.  Madrid is the fourth most popular city with people considering a move abroad, after Paris, Miami and Dubai.  The Middle Eastern desert metropolis took...
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Must visit: The white-washed villages set in the stunning natural beauty that surrounds Guadalhorce...

FOR years it was a sleepy, white-washed Andalucian pueblo known only to the most intrepid adventurers. That changed in 2015 with the reopening of the Caminto del Rey, a narrow pathway cut into the side of El Chorro gorge winding 10 metres above the rushing...
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REVIEW: Meson Sabor Andaluz; we track down the true home of the Andalucian vernacular,...

Jon Clarke tracks down the hidden gem of Meson Sabor Andaluz in the heart of inland Cadiz an hour inland from the Costa Del Sol

Malaga to New York flights will begin a month earlier next year and take...

UNITED Airlines will operate daily flights from the Costa del Sol to New York from next year.  Malaga will now become the only Spanish destination with daily non-stop flights to the US tourism hotspot.  The flights to New York Newark Airport are due to start from...
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The five best cities to visit in Spain’s Andalucia over the long holiday weekend

ANYONE lucky enough to live in Andalucia will know that is steeped in history and culture. From the Phoenicians vs the Romans to the Moors vs the Christians, it has been constantly fought over and has seen civilisations come and go – bringing much...

How a revamped up-and-coming barrio in San Pedro de Alcantara is further increasing the...

SOMETHING awesome this way comes for the residents of San Pedro Alcantara.  The sister town of Marbella is yet again upgrading its charm thanks to the addition of a new barrio - aka neighbourhood - called El Ingenio. Across the road from the La Colonia shopping...

Lost and found: How the Andalucian village abandoned on fascist orders 75 years ago...

THE Civil War might have been over, but in August 1948, 75 years ago this week, the 200 residents of a tiny white village became what could be described as casualties of war. When right wing dictator Franco’s forces won in 1939 they still had...
Explore Cordoba's Finest Glamping Retreats: Unveiling two of Spain's premier sites

EXPLORE SPAIN: Cordoba’s Finest Glamping Retreats

GLAMPING has found its thriving hub in Cordoba. Amid the stunning landscapes, these campgrounds offer a new way to appreciate the beauty of nature without sacrificing comfort.

STARLIGHT SANCTUARIES: A celestial journey through Andalucia

ANDALUCIA'S Starlight Sanctuaries offer unobstructed views of the night sky. Explore the beauty of the universe from Sevilla, Cordoba and Jaen.

RACY NIGHTS on the beaches of Sanlúcar

THE annual August horse races at sunset on the sands of Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Cadiz, Spain have been called the Greatest Show on the Southern Beaches
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MOONLIGHT WALKS with Donkeys on the Costa del Sol

BEHIND a small wooden gate in the hills above La Cala de Mijas on the Costa del Sol you’ll find the sort of place donkeys might dream about.  Because it is here at Donkey Dreamland these long-eared velvet-nosed creatures are given a second chance at...

BEST BEACHES for water sports in Andalucia

ANDALUCIA'S 800-kilometre sun-drenched coastline is home to some of Spain's most spectacular beaches. From Almeria's Cabo de Gata to the Costa de la Luz in Cadiz, Andalucia offers a fantastic selection of beaches and its crystal-clear waters makes Spain’s southern coast the perfect destination for...
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OFFICIALLY MAGICAL: Granada’s towns rated by national schemes

WHILE driving through rural Granada, you’ll see placards on some municipal boundaries saying 'Magicos de Espana' or 'Bonitas de Espana'. It’s obvious what 'bonita' (beautiful) means – but what makes a town 'magical'? According to this national accreditation scheme, magical towns should be 'alive' and...
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Hotel Nueva Alcazaba de Busquistar – affordable 4-star luxury near the Alpujarra’s highest village...

THE Nueva Alcazaba is a stunning hotel complex set in the heart of the Alpujarra Alta, just 4km from the area’s highest village of Trevelez, which is located at 1,476m. With this privileged position, the Nueva Alcazaba is one of the highest hotels in the...
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Tarifa hotels Punta Sur and Hurricane: luxurious calm on Valdevaqueros beach

I AWAKE to the sound of peacocks and throw open my shutters to find mother duck and her five ducklings waddling around my private garden. This is Punta Sur, the leafy paradise where anyone looking to really luxuriate heads for when staying on the Costa...
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SUMMER NIGHTS: Spain’s most spectacular open air shows 

Summer nightlife in Spain means concerts and theatre under the stars in spectacular locations. Here's our pick of the best and the what's on highlights for July and August 2023.
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Vejer de la Frontera’s foodie scene is deliciously competitive

Vejer de la Frontera is the food capital of Cadiz counting on culinary influences from far and wide. ONE pinch Mediterranean, one grate of mountain fare and a wave of influences from the Atlantic. This is just part of the cocktail that makes the...

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