Whether you want to spend the day on a different beach or just are a big fan of tuna fish: Zahara de los Atunes offers both! In September you can see lots of fishing boats with cranes out at the sea. It is time to catch the tuna fish that are returning from the Mediterranean …
If you’ve not yet visited the Doñana National Park, its 50th anniversary is the perfect excuse to do so—and throughout the year there will be various local events focusing on the past 50 years of the Park’s history, its people and all those who have contributed to the development of the area and the creation …
They are a colourful aspect of living in southern Spain, the friendly markets that create an important shopping and community outlet for towns on the Costa del Sol. Most municipalities, no matter their size or location, have a weekly market that serves local residents and incoming visitors with food produce, household items and a dose …
No, on this occasion we’re not talking about tennis or golf, though there are many opportunities to enjoy that too in Marbella. Long before there were golf and tennis championships, however, Spain already had its masters – in this case, some of the finest painters the world has ever seen. Think of names such as …
Spanish cheese and ham recognised on world food stage It’s not only the population of Spain currently applauding the quality of the county’s cheese and ham produce, as some prize varieties have recently received international recognition from official international organisations. These standard food staples are a main part of traditional Spanish cuisine, and particularly so …
Like so many before and since, when internationally renowned designer Philippe Starck discovered Ronda some years ago he was immensely moved by the enthralling ambience and landscape surrounding the Andalusian town. Starck has described the historic municipality located high in the mountainous countryside of the Sierra de las Nieves National Park above Marbella as one …
Philipe Starck adds another wonder in the hills of Ronda Read More »
A record breaking exhibition has opened in Málaga yesterday where the public has the chance to view the works of Vincent Van Gogh in a new and incredible format. ‘Van Gogh Alive’ is an extraordinary temporary exploration of the Dutch artist’s work that magically transports visitors back into the post-impressionist world, literally to ‘another time …
Van Gogh appears in glorious technology at Málaga exhibition Read More »
If you’re a little dazzled by the number of different types of sherry you can order when out for a drink in Andalucía, you are not alone. Most people have their favourites, depending on how sweet or full they want theirs to be, but if you are looking for a sherry that is darker and …
The ultimate carnival in Spain and one of the largest in Europe, Los Carnavales de Cádiz is festival of fun, music, revelry, creativity and above all humour that lasts for over a week. In 2019, it will run from the 28th February to the 10th March, during which time this historic city by the sea …
We all know that MV Agusta’s F4 is a legendary motorcycle, but did you know that equally powerful, high-tech motorbikes are made on our very doorstep? There are owners clubs on this coast for everything from Ferraris and Mustangs to Harleys and Minis, but pretty soon someone should think about creating a chapter of Sbay …
