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Andalusian beaches really can cater to any taste. They have everything, from wonderful sandy beaches to stunning rocky headlands, whatever your choice in beach, a holiday to Andalusia will be unforgettable. The Costa de la Luz, or ‘Coast of Light,’ is really a place where you can pick up some rays. The destination lives up to its name in this regard. If there is a must see location it would   Read More ...

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Ronda is a city situated in the northwest of the province of Malaga. In 2009 it had 36,827 inhabitants, making it the second most populous municipality within the province after Antequera. The township lies on a plateau known as the “Round depression” and the hills that surround it. Ronda has its origins in the Roman Arunda and was formed from existing Iberian settlements. The Visigoths gave continuity to the arrival   Read More ...

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Good Intentions Juice Fasting and Yoga Retreat in Andalucia, 17-23 January 2010 Need a kick start into the new year? Escape the winter bugs and shake off the excesses of the festive season with a yoga and juice fasting retreat in Spain. Kaliyoga, one of Spain’s leading health holiday venues, is running a New Year’s Good Intentions Juice Fasting Yoga Retreat in January from 17th until the 23rd. The perfect   Read More ...

Andalucia Holidays in Spain

British Airways online and direct sales manager, Keith Chuter, and Francisco De La Torre, the Mayor of Malaga Town Hall, put pen to paper this month, signing a letter of intent, making official their plans to further promote Malaga City in the British market. The letter lays the foundations of a two year agreement that will see British Airways use its online channels, to highlight the many flights available to   Read More ...

Andalucia Flights to Spain

Granada’s Alhambra Palace One of the most historic sites in all of Spain is the Alhambra Palace. This palace, which is found in the city of Granada, is a historic site that was vital to the North African Moors. It is also noted for its impressive architecture and design. This fortress was built in the middle part of the fourteenth century as a home for Moors that were rulers of   Read More ...

Andalucia Spanish Culture

Gardening is becoming increasingly popular as a hobby and interest and in particular interest in food gardening is one of Britain’s fastest growing pastimes. We all know that the classic Mediterranean diet, rich in local fruit, vegetables and salads keeps the Spanish living long and healthy lives. Camino Holidays offer a fabulous five day holiday (October 12-18) for anyone who would like to discover the world of Spanish organic food   Read More ...

Andalucia Holidays in Spain Spanish Food and Drink

With a tennis club that’s hosted top tournaments such as the Davis Cup, Andalucia’s deluxe five-star Puente Romano hotel is perfect both for working on your backhand and your tan. Set in a prime position on Marbella’s exclusive ‘Golden Mile’, there are ten championship-level courts (8 clay, 2 hard) and a team of professional coaches as well as a superb swimming pool, water sports, lovely guest rooms and a wide   Read More ...

Andalucia Holidays in Spain

Spend a relaxing week following historic trails through Andalucia’s hidden vineyards and olive groves. Admire the region’s rugged limestone hills and handsome green valleys, walking along mule paths that form the ancient Silk Trail to Granada. Based at a family-run pousada, spend summer evenings unwinding in the local Moorish square, sampling a fusion of Spanish and Arabic cuisine. Departing 23 May, the tour costs from £653 pp including flights (Gatwick   Read More ...

Andalucia Walking in Spain

Easter in Spain Semana Santa (Holy Week) in Spain is an ancient tradition dating back to the time of the Catholic Monarchs. Even Easter is celebrated all over the country, there are some popular Spanish cities like Malaga, Seville, Valladolid and many more whose Holy Week is internationally known and it is even considered as tourist attractions in this time of the year. Malaga Holy Week Malaga offers a unique   Read More ...

Andalucia Holidays in Spain Spanish Attractions

Gardens are an earthly paradise………the Moorish Arabs who ruled Spain for over 500 years believed that gardens were a representation of heaven on earth. They invented the concept of a garden for pleasure and many of their ideas on the creation of gardens and types of planting can still be seen today. This pre-arranged package holiday from Camino Holidays allows garden and plant lovers to visit this beautiful area and   Read More ...

Andalucia Holidays in Spain