Travel, culture, food and lifestyle experiences
The region of Andalusia in Southern Spain is dramatic, colorful and filled with passion and the people that live here are just that way. Traditional, love rituals and customs and exceptional food, life is slower paced and easy along with the extreme climates you will find here in the south of Spain
This vibrant and colorful region in Southern Spain is authentic and sticks to historic and cultural values and treasures worth visiting in the region
Andalusia (Andalucía in Spanish) is a large autonomous community located in the southern part of Spain. It is known for its diverse landscapes, ranging from stunning beaches to mountainous areas.
Andalusia’s coastline along the Mediterranean Sea, known as the Costa del Sol, offers beautiful beaches, resorts, and vibrant nightlife. Marbella, Malaga, and Torremolinos are popular beach destinations.
The region hosts a variety of colorful and lively festivals, such as the Feria de Abril in Seville and the Semana Santa (Holy Week) processions. These celebrations showcase Andalusia’s vibrant culture.
Check out our posts to visiting Andalusia, Spain for planning your trip to this Andalusian Region.
Beaches of Malaga – explore the fantastic beach scene, amenities, restaurants and local vibe When it’s hot in the city center, it’s time to head out to the wonderful beach areas around Malaga and enjoy some fantastic beach time. With easy access to the city’s beaches on foot or public transportation, you can easily find … Read more
Nerja Beaches – discover the gorgeous coastline and beaches in the area The first time I saw the wonderful coastlines around Nerja, I knew that the beaches here would be spectacular and worth spending some beach time to enjoy the vibe, water activities and just hanging out at the beaches in town and … Read more
Almeria Alcazaba – Historic fortress and castle with stunning views above the city The Alcazaba in Almeria is quite massive and rightly so, it is the largest Moorish fortress standing in Spain and remains one of the most historic Islamic influences in Southern Spain and Andalusia outside of the Alhambra in Granada and … Read more
Things to do in Almeria Spain – Visit the main attractions, beaches and historic sites of the city Most visitors to Spain, don’t have an idea about the main cities that are located on the southeastern part of the country or even venture out of Malaga, Granada and other key attractions in Andalusia. … Read more
Things to do in Ronda, Spain – explore the attractions and landscape around this white village One of my favorite Pueblos Blancos or white villages in the Costa del Sol, Ronda sits above the El Tajo Gorge with most of the historic district perched on the cliffs edges with amazing miradors or viewpoints … Read more
Benalmadena Pueblo – explore the white village and old town above the Costa del Sol Most visitors to the Costa del Sol and Benalmadena only think about the many beaches, marina and promenade area, but once they realize there’s also a fantastic White Village, they also realize there’s plenty of history and … Read more
Visit Benalmadena Spain – explore the pueblo, harbor and costa area Benalmadena located on the sunny Costa del Sol and adjacent to Torremolinos covers a beautiful swath of Costa beach areas, harbor and all the way to the Pueblo or white village up in the hills of the city. It’s a wonderful … Read more
Visiting Granada during winter and holiday season Most visitors to Andalusia consider Granada not worth visiting during the winter season, but with the festive holidays, New Years and celebrations into the New Year, there’s a lot to do and see in the city. Also, without the mass of tourists that visit during the peak season, … Read more
Visiting Malaga in winter – is it worth it to explore the city and area? Visiting Malaga in winter is warmer compared to the rest of Europe plus visiting during the off season, guarantees little tourist crowds, crazy lines and better prices for flights, accommodations and entertainment to the regional city of Costa del … Read more
Free things to do in Granada – explore the cool, fun neighborhoods, great vistas and the historic district absolutely free Granada is a total tourist town with many attractions that typically require some payment to enter. But, if I were to share some free things to do in Granada of the best attractions, must … Read more