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. […]
Is Salamanca worth visiting?
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 […]
What’s it like living in Burgos?
What’s it like living in Burgos? Ask an Expat Michelle came to Spain 17 years ago and never left. She’s in the beautiful city of Burgos in Castile and León, a place that doesn’t seem like an obvious place to most expats. Below you’ll find her story as well as lots of information on Burgos as […]
Visiting the magical city of Segovia
Visiting magical Segovia Segovia was one of the highlights of our one-month trip through Spain. Not only does it have some incredible attractions, it’s one of the most beautiful towns in Spain (it looks like something out of a fairy tale). What to See in Segovia Segovia is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has […]
48 Hours in Madrid
48 Hours in Madrid I was surprised how much we liked Madrid. What is so impressive about Madrid: it’s the architecture, a mix of styles including Art Deco, Neo-Plateresque, and “Eclecticism”. Madrid is a city of wide boulevards, high buildings and large squares. It’s all very impressive. Off the boulevards are neighbourhoods with quaint bars […]
