Spanish holiday traditions are some of the liveliest in the world. They are a very colourful nation that likes to celebrate with great enthusiasm. The chance of getting involved in Spanish holiday celebrations is very good as there are so many of them spread throughout the year. If you spend any amount of time in Spain, you are bound to be around on one of their … [Read more...] about Spanish Holiday Traditions
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Spanish Holiday Villas
Getting your hands on one of the amazing Spanish holiday villas can be the difference between an ordinary Spanish holiday, and something really memorable. The world wide culture of owning second homes in Spain has allowed the Spanish holiday villa market to flourish. As these homes and apartments are only used for short periods during the year by the owners, they are … [Read more...] about Spanish Holiday Villas
The Alameda Botanic Gardens – Gibraltar
The spectacular Alameda Botanic Gardens were first opened to the public in 1816 and is a tribute to the Lieutenant-Governor of the time, Sir George Don. There are a number of commemorative plaques, busts and cannons on view throughout the gardens. Most of these commemorations date back to the 19th Century. However the highlight of these gardens for most visitors is the … [Read more...] about The Alameda Botanic Gardens – Gibraltar
Calendar of fiestas in Andalucia
It's a shame to miss Andalucia's fiestas just because you didn't know about them! Make sure you don't miss another one with this great calendar of events. January 1-2 La Toma celebration of the entry of the Reyes Catolicos into the city - at Granada. 5 Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos - Epiphany parade at Malaga 6 Romeria de la Virgen del Mar pilgrimage procession from … [Read more...] about Calendar of fiestas in Andalucia
Our Tarifa camping weekend…
We have just returned from a Tarifa Camping weekend. It was a friendsÂ’ birthday and we decided to get away. We were originally going to stay at a hostel in Tarifa but we had left it too late and everything was full! If going to Tarifa in July or in August always book well in advance! We were told there are people who book the same week a year in advance every year! When we … [Read more...] about Our Tarifa camping weekend…