On my travels around Spain, I spend lots of time exploring historic buildings and monuments. No matter which part of the country I´m in, Queen Isabella of Castile appears in the history of the town. This key figure seems to
Andalusia
I´ve visited Baeza three or four times now. Mostly in Summer, when the intense Andalusian heat pounds down on the cobbled streets. This visit was in January on an icy cold winter day. Baeza together with it´s grand neighbour Úbeda
At this time of your in the UK, USA or other European countries Christmas light switch on is a big event. Often celebrated with a local celebrity to push the button. In Spain and Western Europe the Nativity Scene is
Castles in Spain When you drive around Spain, you´ll soon come across a castle, tower or fortress. Castles in Spain abound, so I am going to share some of the best examples in Andalucia. I have visited all of these
The 200 kms of the Almeria Coast made a great route for a Summer road trip. Driving from Adra right up to San Juan de los Terreros we saw some great scenery along the way. Stretching between the provinces of Granada and
14 Best Spanish Beaches As temperatures soar, lets take a look at the Best Spanish Beaches in Andalucia. Last year Andalucia had 79 blue flags across the region. But in 2020 Andalucian Beaches have been given 107 Blue flags. Here are
Huelva, Spain is one of the lesser known parts of Andalucia. Rather than heading to Huelva city, most visitors to this region head to the beaches of El Rompido, Matalascañas or Isla Cristina. Nature lovers may choose to visit the
Ecija is known as the City of Towers. Located in the centre of Andalucia this city in Seville province has a fascinating past. If you get chance to visit, discover its Roman history, see its beautiful architecture and taste the
Cordoba Andalucia Cordoba Spain is a historic city in Andalusia, Southern Spain. With four UNESCO World Heritage Sites it is the first city to have such recognition, beating Rome or Paris. Due to its location Cordoba is a good place
72h in Cordoba My return to Cordoba this Summer was wonderful. Although I´ve been several times before its a place I love to visit over again. This three day break in the city of Cordoba was going to be at
