The Mediterranean coast is brimming with incredible sites, cultures, food, and experiences. To help you plan your vacation, here are 5 must-see sites on the Mediterranean coast that you can plan your trip around. Barcelona, Spain Barcelona is a two-thousand-year-old city. It was the economic and political center of the Western Mediterranean during the Medieval […]
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A Meandering Road Trip between Alicante and Murcia, Spain
A road trip from Alicante to Murcia only covers a distance of 64kms, which on quiet roads can be accomplished in a little over an hour, but with the serpentine route winding its way through some of the Costa Blanca’s most beautiful locations, why rush a trip in an hour which is sufficiently enchanting to […]
Between Spain and Algeria…
I confess that I used to think that Majorca was a beach resort, like Torremolinos and Marbella, but I was very wrong. For the benefit of those readers who remain as ignorant as I was until recently, let me inform you that Majorca is a beautiful Mediterranean island. It is actually about sixty miles long, […]
Discovering Spain: How to Avoid Bug Bites and Jellyfish Stings
With perfect summer weather, beaches, historical attractions, delicious food and world-class cities like Barcelona and Madrid, it’s easy to see why Spain is such a popular destination for holidaymakers. In general, Spain is considered a safe destination for tourists. However, it is always a good idea to know about the minor dangers and annoyances presented […]
Popular Resorts on Spain’s Costa Blanca
Spain’s Costa Blanca known, of course, for its white sandy beaches, is the destination of choice for many holidaymakers in Spain. With more than 300 days of a sun a year and temperatures ranging year round from a mild 50F to around 100F at the height of summer, it’s easy to see why. Benidorm Benidorm […]
Tenerife’s Hidden Wonders – Diverse Wildlife and Majestic Landscapes
Like most tropical islands nowadays, Tenerife is famed for its pristine beaches and tourist heavy night clubs, but this particular resort has hidden treasures. The flora and fauna, fantastical landscapes and diverse wildlife is sure to steal your heart. Tenerife’s coastline stretches on for 800 miles making it the largest of the Canaries. Sun bathing […]
Lanzarote Travel Tips
If you fancy getting away from the stresses and strains of daily life, then why not treat yourself to a holiday of a lifetime? Visit the beautiful island of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. These are a group of Spanish islands located between Europe and Africa. Did you know it’s also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve? […]
The Best Castles in Andalucía, Spain
Historical and cultural Southern Spain is interesting to most and to castle enthusiasts or medieval historians it’s even more of a draw. Spain boasts more than 2500 castles from a variety of periods including Medieval, Moorish and military fortresses. It’s impossible to tour around all the castles in Spain as even the most avid tourist […]
Top 5 Barcelona Plazas
In Barcelona it is quite normal for the plaza (square) to be the most common ground to relax or hang out, whether it is for a drink after work, a rest after walking the dog, a bite to eat or as a place to take in the scene and bask in the sun – the plaza […]
Mini Guide to Ibiza, Spain
Setting aside its wild and crazy nightlife, Ibiza, Spain is actually a place of beautiful beaches, interesting architecture, tasty cuisines, and friendly people. Here is a little guide to help you get the best that the Mediterranean city of Ibiza has to offer. What to See in Ibiza, Spain D’Alt Vila. Located in the city’s Old […]
