With summer in full swing there are all kinds of festivals in Spain in June in Spain ranging from the fiery Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante to the bizarre baby jumping festival in Castrillo de Murcia. Music enthusiasts are in for a treat at the Granada International Festival of …
May is an exciting month to visit Spain as it marks the arrival of spring and the start of a vibrant festival season. Some of the most popular festivals in Spain in May include the Jerez Horse Fair and the Córdoba Patios Festival which are two of the highlights of …
Almuñécar lies on the coast of Granada some 90km east of Málaga Airport and 80km south of Granada on a small stretch of coastline known as the Costa Tropical. The town is a year-round holiday destination thanks to its subtropical climate which ensures over 300 days of sunshine per year. …
If you’re planning a family holiday on the Costa Tropical you’ll find plenty of things to do in Almuñécar. This charming town on the coast of Granada has plenty to explore thanks to a rich history dating back to Phoenician times. It is also home to a number of blue-flag …
La Línea de la Concepción When Netflix released “La Línea: La Sombra del Narco” in 2020 it came as quite a revelation to me. The series follows the local Guardia Civil police officers in La Línea de la Concepción and their ongoing battle against crime gangs who smuggle tobacco from …
Sanlúcar de Barrameda lies just 25km to the north-west of Jerez de la Frontera and is easily reached by road on the A480. Together with Jerez and El Puerto de Santa María, Sanlúcar de Barrameda forms part of the famous ‘Sherry Triangle’ of Cádiz which is home to some of …
Sherry, the fortified wine from southern Spain, has a rich history and a distinct flavour profile that sets it apart from other wines. The “Sherry Triangle” is a designated area in the province of Cádiz that is considered the heart of Sherry production. The Sherry Triangle is formed by the …
Known as ‘El Puerto’ by the locals, the coastal town of El Puerto de Santa Maria lies a short ferry ride across the Bay of Cádiz from the city of Cádiz. The town was founded by the Phoenicians in the 8th century BC and has been inhabited by various civilizations …
Fiestas are a way of life for the people of Andalucía so it comes as no surprise to find that festivals in Granada are some of the region’s most visited annual events. These celebrations are attended by thousands of local people together with visitors from every corner of Spain as …
