Spain shoe brands are one of the countries main exports. (As well as Spanish food & wine). Spanish shoes are made with soft leather, they are comfortable and usually long lasting. As a confessed shoe collector I thought I´d share some of my latest finds with …
Andalusia is a beautiful region of Spain. Although in the summer months the heat can be a little too much for some. After many years when I spend the entire summer in Andalusia, I thought I would share some of my tips which help me to …
How about a Spanish Tapas night at home? Spanish Tapas aren´t that complicated to actually make yourself. (No matter where you live in the world) With World Tapas Day celebrated on the third Thursday in June. Even if you aren´t in Spain you can cobble together …
Costa Tropical Air Show Motril Air Show is one of the four Spanish Air Shows celebrated annually. The Costa Tropical has it´s own Air Show on the first day of Summer. This year it is the 20th Edition of the Festival Aereo Internacional de Motril. The …
The Noche en blanco in Granada has been an important event in the city´s calendar annually. Happy to share that White Night in Granada is back in 2026. You may have heard of the Annual White Night in other European cities. On these special dates Museums …
Typical Carmen in the Albaicín You may be wondering what a Carmen is or even where the Albaicín is. You may have visited the Albaicín quarter in Granada. Or seen a photo or painting of the neighbourhood. This characterful and historic quarter is filled with stories and …
My Granada province guide including tips for the city of Granada too. With 12,635 km2 to explore and 168 different towns and municipalities there is a lot to choose from. Below you have access to information on the different areas in Granada province. (It´s like a …
Granada’s Semana Santa gained International interest status in 2009. Easter has a special significance in Andalusia and there are many traditions surrounding Holy week. The traditional Semana Santa processions attract huge crowds particularly in Seville, Malaga and Granada. The seasonal bakes are also worth seeking out …
Granada City Neighbourhoods Living in Granada city for years now, I am often asked about apartment rental and life in the city of Granada itself. So here is some specific information on this. Choosing an area to live in for the whole year isn´t the same …
Move to Granada FAQs A move to Granada is often the reason why my readers email me. I receive lots of questions about living in Granada Spain. The usual things that come up are on the same themes; accommodation, learning Spanish and finding work. So hopefully this …