Gran Canaria originally means ‘Great Island of Dogs’. It is the second most populous island of the Canary Islands. Gran Canaria was populated by the Canarii (Guanches), who may have arrived as early as 500 BC. The Canarii called the... Read more
There is more to Spain than beaches and nightclubs. The Costa Del Sol region is full of picturesque landscapes, idyllic villages and fascinating historic sites. Spain is an incredibly popular tourist destination, but few people take the time to... Read more
Spain is marked by a lively cultural atmosphere and inhabitants comprise of different ethnicities. On the other hand, the historical feel is provided by the ancient architecture which includes remains of ancient Roman civilizations as well as fo... Read more
As anyone who has ever spent any time living in on Spain’s Costa del Sol will tell you, Sierra Blanca is one of the most exclusive residential areas to be found anywhere in Marbella or indeed in the whole of southern Europe. Home to many i... Read more
When it comes to purchasing property in Spain, there are numerous types of agents operating in the real estate business. However, there are times when foreign buyers are mostly unaware of their options in this regard. Various real estate agents... Read more
After Peter Smiths excellent post last month about walking in the Axarquia I thought I’d follow his lead and write about a new SGR (Sendero de Gran Recorrido) hiking route recently opened up in the National Park of the Sierras de Tejeda, A... Read more
Majorca in sunny Spain features among the top holiday getaways across the world. This Balearic island is blessed with abundant natural beauty; the sandy beaches and clear waters, mountains and vineyards, greenery and fresh air make the place irr... Read more
During the last four decades the Spanish tourism industry has grown to become the second biggest in the world. Today, the climate of Spain, historical and cultural monuments and its geographic position together with its facilities make tourism o... Read more
