Seville, or Sevilla in Spanish, is Andalucia’s capital and Spain‘s fourth-largest city. With heritage both from the Arabs and the Age of Discovery, as well as the flamenco scene, Seville is a diverse destination. The Guadalquivir River flows through Seville, and has been a busy port from Roman times, under Muslim rule, and exploding […]
The fair, Feria de Seville, dates back to 1847 when originally it was a livestock fair. It runs for six days. Each day the fiesta begins with the parade of carriages and riders. For the duration of the fair, the fairgrounds are covered in rows of casetas, individually decorated marquee tents that belong to […]
Seville is more than 2,000 years old and has a distinct personality, a large and well-preserved historical centre with strong medieval, renaissance and baroque heritage and heavy influences from Arabic culture, which can be seen in the most famous monuments and places. I have a love affair with Seville, it is just one of […]
Hotel Montecarlo is a restored 18th-century manor house, featuring 2 typical Seville patios. It is set 274 yards from Seville’s Plaza de Armas and a 5-minute walk from the Maestranza Bullring. All air-conditioned rooms at the Hotel Montecarlo feature flat-screen satellite TV and a laptop safe. There are a work desk and a minibar, […]
A mountainous region 100km from Malaga, at 750m above sea level, Ronda offers some of the most stunning views and escapes. The Rio Guadalevín runs through the city, dividing it in two and carving out the steep El Tajo canyon upon which the city is perched. Ronda was first settled by the early Celts, […]
Hostal Jentoft is just 219 yrd from Seville‘s main bus station, air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is a 24-hour reception desk. All rooms at Hostal Jentoft feature tiled flooring and smart décor. Each includes air conditioning, heating and a TV. Hostal Jentoft is just 10 minutes’ walk from the charming Triana neighbourhood, […]
Granada is a city situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains. The Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, is one of the most famous items of the Muslim, Jewish, and Christian historical legacy that makes Granada a hot spot among cultural tourists in Spain. Initially, the kingdom of Granada linked the commercial […]
A port city in Andalusia and the birthplace of Picasso, Malaga is more an entrance to the coastal cities of Andalusia. You can see the entire city in a couple of days, including a variety of activities such as the beach, hiking, architectural sites, art museums and shopping. The best way to discover Malaga […]