The Highlights (and lowlights) of Alicante Province. Earlier this year we had a 3-week trip through Alicante Province, covering the some of the most popular towns, cities, and inland highlights of the region. There were some pleasant surprises, ho-hum disappointments, and a couple of places that exceeded expectations. I cover all those in this post. […]
What to see in Cartagena Spain (and some money saving tips)
What to see in Cartagena Spain. I’ve previously written about Cartagena, calling it the ugliest city I’ve seen in Spain. But if you’re a fan of Roman ruins you may want to spend a day in Cartagena. It’s also a stop on many cruise itineraries, so you may end up here if on a cruise. […]
A tale of Asylum, Asturias and on wondering if Spain is it…
Andres was a pilot and a nomad for many years. In 2024 he and his wife Emi decided to try to get Spanish residency and chose to do it in a very unusual way. All about that, about choosing Asturias as a base, and about whether Spain is – long term – the place for […]
Things I wish I had known before moving to Spain
Things I wish I had known before moving to Spain. There are a lot of good things about Spain. I’ve written about them here. But I wouldn’t be honest if I said that Spain was all peaches and cream. In fact there are quite a lot of things about Spain that I don’t love or, […]
The Best Mediterranean Cruises that include Spain
The Best Mediterranean Cruises that include Spain A lot of people want a Mediterranean cruise that covers a variety of destinations including Spain. These travellers look for diversity, views of stunning coastlines and adventure as well as all the benefits that come with cruising: curated experiences, world-class cuisine and the hassle-free luxury of relaxing on […]
Almodóvar Castle: A great day trip from Córdoba
Almodóvar Castle: A great day trip from Córdoba. Almodóvar Castle is straight out of a fairy tale, a castle on a high hill with incredible 360 views. Built by the Moors where a Roman fort once stood, it is considered one of the best castles in all of Spain. It was also a filming location […]
