Located just 25 km from Málaga airport and halfway between Málaga and Marbella, Fuengirola has grown from a quaint fishing village into one of the Costa del Sol’s most popular resorts. Families looking for things to do in Fuengirola will find a long stretch of golden beaches with pristine sand, …
For those exploring things to do in Benalmádena, this popular holiday resort on Spain’s Costa del Sol offers an enticing mix of family-friendly activities within a short drive of Málaga Airport. Once a quiet fishing village, Benalmádena has grown into a lively destination with three distinct areas: the charming hillside …
The holiday resort of Nerja lies 55km east of Málaga airport and is the most easterly resort on Spain’s Costa del Sol before this Mediterranean coastline becomes known as the Costa Tropical. Holidaymakers will find plenty things to do in Nerja although most days tend to be spent relaxing on …
As is the case in all of Andalucia the people of Nerja love to party and never more so than for the annual Nerja Festival (Feria de Nerja) which takes place for five wild days in October. Nearly everyone seems to take the week off work and there are street …
Andalucía, the southernmost region of Spain, is renowned for its vibrant culture and lively celebrations. The annual festivals in Andalucía offer a window into the rich traditions and cultural heritage of this diverse region. From religious processions to flamenco performances, these events showcase the unique blend of Christian, Muslim and …
The autonomous community of Andalucía is located in the very south of Spain. It is made up of the eight provinces of eight provinces of Huelva, Seville, Cádiz, Córdoba, Málaga, Jaén, Granada and Almería. The region’s landscapes range from the sun-soaked beaches of the Costa del Sol to the snow-capped …
The Phoenicians were an ancient civilization originating in the Levant which played a pivotal role in shaping the cultural and economic landscape of ancient Spain. Their centuries-long presence on the Iberian Peninsula left an indelible mark, bringing this distant land into close contact with the advanced cultures of the eastern …
For most visitors to the holiday hotspots of Spain’s Costa del Sol the most popular day trips are to the white village of Mijas and Ronda or along the coast for a visit to Gibraltar. Whilst these are well worthwhile excursions, especially for first time tourists, there’s another that I’d …