Comparing Supermarkets in Spain. What’s the best supermarket in Spain? There’s a lot of competition when it comes to supermarkets in Spain and how you define “best” depends on a lot of factors. In this post I’ll cover the major supermarkets in Spain and list the pros and cons of each including cost, accessibility and […]
Why Shoulder Season is the best time to Visit Spain
Why Shoulder Season is the best time to Visit Spain. Most travellers get Spain wrong. Many come in July and August where they suffer sweltering crowds and heat (I think the summer months are the absolute worst time to come to Spain). Others come in January or February which can have unpredictable weather. It’s also […]
A Guide to a Scenic walk around the Alhambra (Granada, Spain)
A Guide to a Scenic walk around the Alhambra. This 1 hour walk (if you walk at a steady pace) takes you from the city center to the Alhambra forest, around the walls of the Alhambra, and back down the other side of the Alhambra back into the center. It’s a great walk because of […]
The Patios of Córdoba – what you should know
The Patios of Córdoba – what you should know. Every year, in May, Córdoba has festival called the Patios of Córdoba. In 2025, it runs from May 5th to May 18th. The Patios of Córdoba are a flower and courtyard festival in one, a chance to visit different courtyards all over the city and admire […]
Is Calpe worth Visiting? And Impressions…
Is Calpe worth Visiting? Calpe was one of the places at the top of my list when planning our Alicante trip. Why? I wanted to do that Peñón de Ifach hike. But not everyone may want to do that hike. For those: is Calpe still worth Visiting? That might depend on what you expect from a visit. […]
Visiting the beautiful town of Guadalest (Alicante province)
Visiting the beautiful town of Guadalest. It’s one of the prettiest little towns in Spain, its beauty a combination of medieval architecture and not one but two castles overlooking stunning geographic beauty. Its official name is El Castell de Guadalest and it is part of the Association of the Most Beautiful Villages of Spain. It is one […]
