The Best Day Trips from Nerja We lived 2 ½ years in Nerja and during that time got to know much of the region. Although Nerja is known as “the crown jewel” of the eastern Costa del Sol there are other towns and cities that are lesser known and just as interesting as Nerja. In […]
What’s it like living in La Herradura?
What’s it like living in La Herradura? Debbie lives in the pretty coastal community of La Herradura (part of the borough of Almuñécar). In this interview she tells us what led her to Spain and how she ended up in La Herradura. Interestingly, Debbie is the current holder of the “Best European Celebrant” award. If […]
What to see in Almuñécar (and impressions…)
What to see in Almuñécar About 30 minutes by bus from Nerja, Almuñécar is a seaside community in the Costa Tropical in Granada province. We decided to come here for a daytrip, mainly to see the sights (principally the Castillo de San Miguel – the fortress sitting atop the hill overlooking the town). But we […]
Benalmádena, Almuñécar OR Estepona? Ask an Expat
Benalmádena, Almuñécar OR Estepona? A lot of people love Benalmádena, Almuñécar and Estepona but few have actually visited all three. Andrew has and in doing so fell in love with the town that is now his home (you’ll have to read on to find out which of the above it is). Andrew’s story below. He […]
What’s it like living in Almuñécar? (and why it didn’t work out for this couple)
What’s it like living in Almuñécar? I love this interview because it shows the reality of finding your “perfect” home in Spain. It’s not easy and what you thought might be ideal might end up not being the right place for you. Sergei and Lana moved to Spain and settled in the pretty town of […]
