How to plan a Trip to Spain We sometimes get emails from people asking us basic questions like “what is public transport like in Spain?” “How do I book the bus/train?”, “How do I book a hotel and how much will it cost?”. We thought we’d cover all those basics here. We also thought we’d […]
Aljafería Palace (Zaragoza)
Aljafería Palace (Zaragoza) Aljaferia is a fortified medieval palace built in Zaragoza during the second half of the 11th century (completed between 1065 and 1081) and was one of the most northerly outposts of Al-Andalus (ie. Muslim-controlled Spain). It represents the height of the Taifa (independent Muslim empires) in Spain. A UNESCO World Heritage site, […]
Expat bases: Comparing Coín and Benalmadena
Expat bases: Comparing Coín and Benalmadena Jo came to Spain 7 years ago and has experienced both the coast of Spain (in Benalmadena) and now inland Spain (in Coín). In this interview Jo gives us an overview of both towns and compares life in the interior versus that on the coast. Name: Jo BattenAge: 51Country […]
Is Córdoba the most beautiful city in Spain?
A recent poll on Lonely Planet social media platforms voted Córdoba as Spain’s most beautiful city. I’ll get to that further below. I’m not sure Córdoba IS the most beautiful city in Spain…but it is definitely in the Top 5 in my opinion. First, a few images – and a video – from our recent […]
The Alcazaba of Malaga
The Alcazaba of Malaga Built between 1057 and 1063 by the Moors, the Alcazaba of Malaga was, at its height, comparable to Granada’s Alhambra in terms of its splendour and the impressiveness of its fortifications. The Alcazaba is located at the foot of Mount Gibralfaro and overlooks the city of Malaga. A huge citadel, it […]
What’s it like living in La Mata – and how this Expat navigated Brexit
What’s it like living in La Mata Caroline thought she had it figured out. Then Brexit came around and complicated her plans. All about Caroline’s Brexit story…and why she chose La Mata (right next to Torrevieja) as her base in Spain. Name: Caroline GreenAge: 57Country of Origin: UKNumber of years living in Spain: 18 months […]
