Exploring the culture, history, gastronomy and landscapes of Spain, for travellers and armchair travellers alike
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Lanjarón: a spa break in Spain’s town of water
The gateway to Granada’s mountainous Alpujarra region, Lanjarón bubbles over with poetry as well as the mineral water that made its name.
A slow travel guide to Arcos de la Frontera
Its labyrinth of cobbled streets, soaring architecture and views over the Cadiz countryside make this thousand-year-old town an essential stopover on a tour of inland Andalucía.
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Nerja travel guide [2025]
Nerja might just be the most perfect beach holiday town on the Costa del Sol. Here’s everything you need to know to plan a visit.
Why it's worth spending the night in Ronda
Ronda is a popular day trip destination from bigger Andalucían cities like Málaga and Seville, but it easily merits an overnight stay or longer. Here’s why.
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What to see and do on a weekend in Ronda [+ map]
There’s much more to Ronda than its famous bridge. From archaeological sites to palaces, museums and gardens, here are the must-sees in this historic Andalucían city.
An ex-local's guide to Chamberí, Madrid
Plaza life, where to eat and drink, a bookshop to fall in love with, and a ghost station. Here’s my guide to one of Madrid’s most beguiling barrios.
Guide to the Córdoba Patios Festival
Each May, Córdoba welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors to its Fiesta de los Patios, when some of the most beautiful and historic homes in the city open their private courtyards to the public.
Semana Santa in Málaga: a day-by-day guide
Part two of my Semana Santa guide. Logistics, getting around, and a day-by-day guide to the processions.
An introduction to Semana Santa in Málaga
Part one of my Semana Santa guide. The history and cultural context, music, who’s who in the processions, and lots more.