Jaen Province is not usually the first stop for International travellers visiting Andalusia. Yet the food scene in this corner of Southern Spain should not be overlooked. Not only is it the World Capital of Olive Oil Production. It also has lots more local produce that …
Today´s article comes from a charming town on the Costa del Sol called Frigiliana. Listed as one of Los Pueblos Mas Bonitos de España. It´s lofty location gives great views of the Mediterranean sea from it´s whitewashed streets. In May I spent a few days …
On my travels around Spain, I spend lots of time exploring historic buildings and monuments. No matter which part of the country I´m in, Queen Isabella of Castile appears in the history of the town. This key figure seems to crop up even in the most …
I´ve visited Baeza three or four times now. Mostly in Summer, when the intense Andalusian heat pounds down on the cobbled streets. This visit was in January on an icy cold winter day. Baeza together with it´s grand neighbour Úbeda is one of the gems of …
Almeria Spain was just declared Gastronomic Capital of Spain for 2019. The eastern corner of Andalucia is very sunny and where most European produce is grown. Currently Almeria has 31,614 hectares of greenhouses and is often called the Pantry of Europe. Almeria Spain CEG 2019 Capital Española de …
Castles in Spain When you drive around Spain, you´ll soon come across a castle, tower or fortress. Castles in Spain abound, so I am going to share some of the best examples in Andalucia. I have visited all of these sites however there are still many …
The 200 kms of the Almeria Coast made a great route for a Summer road trip. Driving from Adra right up to San Juan de los Terreros we saw some great scenery along the way. Stretching between the provinces of Granada and Murcia, this corner of Spain has …
Huelva, Spain is one of the lesser known parts of Andalucia. Rather than heading to Huelva city, most visitors to this region head to the beaches of El Rompido, Matalascañas or Isla Cristina. Nature lovers may choose to visit the Park of Doñana for its birdlife. …
Ecija is known as the City of Towers. Located in the centre of Andalucia this city in Seville province has a fascinating past. If you get chance to visit, discover its Roman history, see its beautiful architecture and taste the fabulous food. Join me on a …
Cordoba Andalucia Cordoba Spain is a historic city in Andalusia, Southern Spain. With four UNESCO World Heritage Sites it is the first city to have such recognition, beating Rome or Paris. Due to its location Cordoba is a good place to visit in Andaluca together with …