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Acre Israel: A 4000 year Old City on Haifa Bay (aka Akko)

Acre is a coastal town in Northern Israel. Looking out across Haifa Bay, the Mediterranean´s only natural harbour. Acre became a settlement as far back as the Bronze age.  City of Crusaders and later part of the Ottoman Empire. Unsurprisingly The Old City of Acre was …

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The Alhambra Palace – Secrets behind the Writing on the Wall

 The Alhambra Palace is the only medieval palace in the world which has arrived intact to the present day. After visiting many times, one of the things which fascinates me are the intricate decorations and inscriptions on the walls. As you step into the Nasrid Palaces …

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Romantic Spain – 7 Spanish Honeymoon Destinations

Romantic Spain Maybe it’s the flowing red wine, the tempting tapas or that something in the air. Romantic Spain is an irresistible destination for couples and nostalgic travellers. Spending your Honeymoon in Spain has all the elements a romantic getaway needs. This vibrant, diverse country has …

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European Dishes to Try this Year – Ideas for Home Cooking

Europe has lots of delicious cuisine to discover. Yet which classic European dishes are ones worth trying. Each country with its own unique style and influence. We know that France is famous for cheese and wines, Germany for its sausages, and Italy for its pasta.  Here …

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Spanish Rum – The History of Rum on Spain´s Costa Tropical

Did you know sugar cane is grown on the Costa Tropical? Once the heart of the Spanish Rum industry. These fields around Motril and Salobreña have an interesting history. With an ideal climate for cultivating sugar cane, the Granada coastline has produced Spanish Rum for over …

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