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Handmade shades in the streets of Alhaurin de la Torre.

When temperatures start to go up, it’s not uncommon for the townhalls to install sunshades to protect their residents from the heat. In Alhaurin de la Torre, plastic shades have been put up across the […]

A la parrilla…

When you think about traditional Spanish cooking, I bet you never think of grilling. Yet, cooking on a parilla, a grate or grill; a la brasa, over hot coals, or on a plancha, a metal hot plate set […]

Magical night of San Juan

The summer solstice remains a magical night in much of the northern hemisphere. Mythology states that strange things can occur on this shortest night of the year. Read along to find out how the Night […]

Top 5 Natural wonders of Andalucia

Andalucia is a real treasure of nature with many different types of landscapes which make the region unique in Spain. 1. EL TORCAL ANTEQUERA (MÁLAGA) One of the top natural wonders of Andalucia is El […]

Andalucia! Did you know…?

Andalucia is so much more than sunshine, beach and ferias. While the local ferias are an integral part of life in the south of Spain, there are so many things to do, see and experience throughout […]

Un solo o un Cortado?

You might not know it, but Spain is a mecca for coffee lovers. Coffee is certainly an important part of the day in Malaga. Many people have a cup when they wake up in the morning […]

Spring in Andalucia, the best season.

Spring is the best time of year for a visit to the south of Spain: it’s warm but not too hot and the region becomes covered in the most spectacular colours. There’s no doubt about […]

From snow to sand, in one day.

Waking up in the morning and preparing for a walk or slalom in the snow and in the afternoon a refreshing drink with your feet in the sand. Yes, this is all possible in Andalucia! […]

Los Reyes Magos, The Three Wise Men

On the evening of January 5th every year, Spanish towns and cities are given over to the colourful parades of the Dia de los Reyes, or the Kings’ Day. The celebration of the arrival of the […]

Preparing for New Year

We are now coming to the end of 2020 and although it won’t be the same as other years, celebrating home in a small family group also needs preperations. Do you the Spanish traditions to […]