The Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza) The Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza is considered both one of the top Cathedrals as well as one of the most famous religious buildings in Spain. The Basilica worships the Virgin Mary, under her title Our Lady of the Pillar, as the Mother of […]
Visiting the beautiful city of Burgos
Visiting the beautiful city of Burgos Burgos is a historic city, having been the capital of the unified kingdom of Castile and León for five centuries. It has one of Spain’s Top 10 Cathedrals and is also an important stop on the Camino de Santiago (the Way of Saint James in English), the pilgrimage trail […]
What’s it like living in Tarifa? (and why this couple is ready to move on…)
What’s it like living in Tarifa? Enrique (from Mexico) and Sophie (from Germany) recently moved to Tarifa after many years in Berlin. Enrique tells us why they chose Tarifa… and explains the reasons why they are ready to move somewhere else. Name: Enrique G de la GAge: 42Country of Origin: MexicoNumber of years living in […]
Hiking El Fuerte (Frigiliana)
Hiking El Fuerte (Frigiliana) El Fuerte is the most popular hike starting from Frigiliana. It’s a scenic and relatively easy hike (I give it a 6/10 on the physical exertion scale) that takes you to a 963 meter peak where you’re rewarded by 360 degree views of the mountains, sea, and towns along the coast. […]
Should you visit Salamanca?
Should you visit Salamanca? The simple answer is yes. Salamanca is one of those essential stops on a Spanish trip (the old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site). Salamanca is famous for many things. Known as the “Golden city” for the sandstone used in the construction of its buildings, it has the third oldest […]
What’s it like living in Almeria?
What’s it like living in Almeria? David left Brighton to settle in Almeria. That was 19 years ago. He’s married to a Spanish lady, has a podcast and a radio show, and also had 4 books on Amazon (more on all that at the bottom of the page). On top of that he’s built his […]
