Located in the centre of the beautiful Andalucian province Cádiz you find the charming white village of Alcalá de los Gazules
The village is located just 23 kilometers east of the village of Medina Sidonia and is often passed by as people head along the A381 road from Los Barrios to Jerez. . The lack [...]

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In recent times of credit crunches and world-wide recession (apparently) it is all too easy for ex-pats on the Costa del Sol to throw the towel in and go back to their home countries – whether it be the UK, Germany, Scandinavia or other parts of Europe.
It is a normal human response to problems to [...]

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Ronda has many hidden gems and no matter how many times you visit, there is always something new to enjoy.
The facades on the cobbled and sometimes steep streets in the old quarter are well worth a second glance as in many cases they conceal something far more interesting behind.
Crossing over the Puente Nuevo and then [...]

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Chiclana de la Frontera is a genuine Andalucian town – not just a seasonal holiday hotspot. It has a “big city” feel to it unlike many popular sun destinations in Andalucia.
Just 10 minuets drive away and you’re on La Barossa beach; one of the best on the Costa de la Luz, with excellent facilities. This [...]

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I love September in Spain.  The weather is still beautiful and the most of the tourist hordes who descend on the Costa del Sol in July and August have left.
With a general economic downturn in Spain and the UK, many people are having to tighten their belts and budget more carefully for weekends and holidays.  [...]

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