The autonomous region of Asturias lies on Spain’s north coast, bordered by Galicia and Cantabria, with the Bay of Biscay to the north and the Cantabrian Mountains to the south. The region’s 300km coastline features over 100 pristine beaches and protected harbours, many framed by dramatic cliffs. Inland, the limestone …
Tucked away in western Spain, Extremadura is a region often overlooked by tourists, yet it holds a wealth of historical significance and unspoilt natural beauty. Bordering Portugal and comprising the provinces of Cáceres and Badajoz, it offers a rare glimpse into a Spain that has preserved its authenticity, largely untouched …
Cheap car hire in Spain can be difficult to find during the peak holiday season and since the Covid pandemic there seems to be a shortage of vehicles everywhere. For that reason we’ve put together these few tips on helping you find some good deals: Compare Rental Companies’ Rates The …
The north-coast of Spain runs from the French border at Irún as far as A Coruña (La Coruña) in Galicia. This suggested driving tour of northern Spain recommends the best places to visit on the 500km journey from the Basque Country in the east to the border between Asturias and …
Lying on the south coast of Portugal, the Algarve is located on the southernmost point of Europe. The mild climate of the Algarve with its 300 days of sunshine per year is its number one attraction which brings vast numbers of northern Europeans to its beautiful beaches and quaint Moorish …
On a recent visit to Spain I did the usual search for the cheapest car rental from Malaga Airport. The car broker using the Cartrawler search technology came up with a great offer of a Volkswagen Golf or equivalent for €89 so I checked the terms and conditions of the …
When I first moved to Mallorca the island’s sheer beauty was a shock to me. Along with so many other visitors I had an image of Mallorca as one big holiday resort yet this is so far from the truth. The 30km of coastline on either side of Palma is …