The road to Portugal…
I have an assignment in Portugal, so we’ve hit the road. From Marbella to the border is about three and …
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 …
Read MorePlaza de España
Ceramic detail from the stunning Plaza de España in Seville, looking great after its recent mega restoration. Built in 1929 …
Read MoreA Journey Through Andalucia’s Eight Provinces
Despite the global downturn, the number of Brits staying in hotels in Andalucia has increased by some 10%, and the …
Read More‘The Magic of Andalucia’ – Introductory travel notes by Andrew Forbes
The sixteenth century renaissance Palace of Villalón, found in the heart of Málaga’s historic city centre, is home to part …
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Seville Province – Introductory travel notes by Andrew Forbes
The cultural, artistic and financial hub of Southern Spain, Seville is also the Capital of Andalucía. This monumental city, rich …
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Enjoying Seville’s 123 million euro mushrooms – ‘Setas de la Encarnación’
With the warm evening sun casting long shadows, the immense ‘Metropol Parasol’ of Seville looked truly stunning. The huge, sprawling …
Read MoreThe taste of Sevilla – enjoying great food, elegant surroundings and a warm welcome at ‘Restaurante Manolo León’
Finding great places to eat can often be difficult – recommendations are the best, but visiting a new or unfamiliar …
Read MoreArtisan ceramics and tiles in Seville – ‘Populart’
Close to Seville’s ancient cathedral, in the narrow streets of the barrio de Santa Cruz, are hidden some of the …
Read MoreRebujitos and Mojitos
Just back from a boozy, long weekend in Seville. It was feria week, the annual city fair which has to …
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