I have to share insights from my recent trip to Madrid, the Spanish Capital. Although I have been travelling to Madrid since 2006 and know the city well. This last trip was excellent as I spent a whole week just getting to know the city in …
After a summer of dining out and several hotels I´m sharing a handful of my travel hacks to help you budget for your next getaway. Maybe you over spent over summer and don´t know when your next city break will be. Get your money stretch further …
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 …
Five Spanish drinks to impress at a tapas night or party below. Spain has much to offer in terms of tapas, great seafood and local dishes – but what about something to satisfy your thirst? Spanish Drinks to Try Agua de Valencia Folklore tells us that …
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 16th 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. The last edition was held in Spring 2023 after a long 4 year hiatus, White Night in Granada is back in 2024. You may have heard of the Annual White …
The Mediterranean Sea almost seems to have been designed for Cruises. With 191 different islands in the region and moderate balmy temperatures, the sheer beauty of this part of the world is a joy in itself. Experiencing the culture and gastronomy from the deck of 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 …
In the Alpujarra town of Orgiva Hecho en La Alpujarra is held each Easter week. Located 30 mins drive South from Granada this charming area has amazing local produce and traditional crafts. It´s handy to have all the producers from mountainside villages all under one roof in this …
Perhaps the best time to visit Seville is for the Spring Fair. Each year in April, thousands of people visit the largest and most celebrated festival in Andalusia. The Seville Fair; or as the locals call it – Feria de Abril. It’s a great fiesta where people …