This feast is held each year on the evening of the 23rd June and goes on into the early hours of the 24th (Dia de San Juan). It is the old pagan midsummer celebration which has been ‘Christianified’ by tacking it on to a convenient Saint’s day. There are a number of traditional ways of […]
Road Trip in Andalucia….notable for its golden beaches, sunny weather…
From the minute they touch down at Malaga International Airport, road-trippers making a journey across beautiful Andalucia will be surrounded by some of the most gorgeous views in Europe. The scenic region is notable for its golden beaches, sunny weather, excellent golf courses, fascinating architecture and historic monuments; not to mention its delicious cuisine and […]
Living In Spain
Living in Spain either full time or part time has almost become the norm for those with a bit of extra cash on hand. Who could resist a sunny getaway from the hustle and bustle of your everyday life? Spain has everything to offer for those wishing to de-stress and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere that […]
Nerja tourist information
Have you been wondering about Nerja? Read on for some great nerja tourist information. 16 kilometres of beaches with fine, powdery sand, water as clear as the blue summer sky – this is Nerja of Andalusia. This quaint community is known for its varied landscapes, friendly people and also for being one of the most […]
Andalucia for kids
Andalucia For Kids – check out the great attractions and activities!! Andalucia is normally where the idea is to relax and take up the sun. However, Andalucia offers many things for kids also. There are many things for them to do. You can rest assured that there never need be a dull moment with the […]
Conejo al Ajillo – Learn how to make this great dish ….
Conejo al ajillo (Rabbit in Garlic) Ingredients 1 rabbit cut into small pieces ready for cooking salt and pepper 250ml olive oil 6 cloves of garlic 100ml white wine Method Rub plenty of salt and pepper into the rabbit portions. Heat two thirds of the oil in a pan and brown the rabbit pieces in […]
Huelva Province, andalucia
The province of Huelva stretches from the Portuguese border to Sevilla. It is disconnected and distant and hardly deserves its reputation as the poor relation of its glamorous neighbour. However, it boasts one of the greatest historical events which is the discovery of America. In 1492 Christopher Colombus set off from Huelva on his epic […]
The Forbidden Fandango
The Antequera Fandango is a popular dance form in which six men and six women face each other across a room, each dancing with all the others in turn, and finishing with the partner one started with. In this respect it resembles Scottish or Irish set dancing, but here the similarity ends. The music is […]
Which are the ocean village gibraltar restaurants?
by Belinda We have heard a lot about the new Ocean Village Marina in Gibraltar and have been advised to go there on our holiday this summer. We will be in Gibraltar for a week. We were just wondering which the Ocean Village Gibraltar restaurants are? Answer Feb 06, 2011 Ocean Village Restaurants by: Melanie […]
Why Spanish Food is so Popular…
by Mark (UK) We went for a holiday in Andalucia, or to be more specific we were visiting the famous Costa del Sol. We stayed at the Hotel Fuerte Marbella which is very close to the old town of Marbella. Other than the sun and beaches for us what makes a holiday is tasting the […]