A former frontier between two worlds – the ‘Sacred Empire’ of Montefrio, Granada
The view from the mountain road as you enter the valley is impressive. Turn another bend and there, perfectly framed …
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‘The Moor’s Last Sigh’ – revisiting the enigmatic Albaicin quarter of Granada
Granada’s Albaicin district is marking 1000 years of history; an enigmatic quarter that continues to be an inspiration to artists, …
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From convents to carmenes – Granada’s ancient Albaicin, Andalucia
So often viewed from the towers and terraces of the extraordinary Alhambra citadel, yet so rarely explored, the Albaicin and the adjacent ‘gitano’ district of Sacromonte still retain some of the essence of romantic Andalucía.
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Enjoying the best of Andalusian nature, through adventure
Some exciting ways to enjoy the natural wonders on the Malaga and Granada provinces. Andalucía offers Europe’s most varied landscape …
Read MoreSierra Nevada – ski & boarding in Andalucia
So we've arrived up in the ski resort of Sierra Nevada, which sits at about 2,400 metres. There are stunning …
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Sorolla – Gardens of Light – Jardines de Luz – Alhambra & Generalife Complex, Palace of Charles V – until 14 October 2012
In 1908 Joaquin Sorolla, the Valencian painter, came to Andalucía for the first time. The light was something totally new …
Read MoreGar-Anat Hotel de Peregrinos, Granada
Granada is a uniquely compelling city; its studenty, hippy vibe is a welcome contrast to the formality of a city …
Read MoreSalobrena – worth a visit – Costa Tropical, Granada
Although most of Salobreña’s old town has been rebuilt, the ‘old town’, which sits atop a prominence, overlooking rustic market …
Read MoreHot and steamy! Alhama de Granada, Thermal Spa town, Andalucia
A visit to the inland thermal spa town of Alhama de Granada is worth the demanding journey to discover …
Read MorePutting Luxury Back On Track – the newly relaunched ‘Tren Al Andalus’
With rolling countryside of olive groves; rugged mountain ranges; renaissance cities; and ancient capitals, there is no doubt that there …
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