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.
An easy day trip from Fuengirola to Marbella, Spain If you are using Fuengirola as your base, there are so many fantastic day trips you can visit easily. Marbella makes one fun day trip that you can do by bus. From the central bus station, there are regional bus services that run daily that covers … Read more
Fuengirola things to do around the Old Town and other fun attractions Surprisingly, Fuengirola has a lot things to do, see and experience from the Old town, the beach and promenade walks, public markets, riverfront walks to even a historic castle on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean ocean. This more understated city along the trendy … Read more
A fun day trip from Fuengirola to Mijas Pueblo in Costa del Sol If you’re looking for a fun day trip from Fuengirola, consider coming to Mijas Pueblo up in the hills above the Costa del Sol. This easy day trip from Fuengirola to Mijas is a fun and easy trip and exploring this colorful … Read more
Explore and enjoy Fuengirola Old Town in the city center The Old Town of Fuengirola is a very small section of town and surrounded by the new section, beach area and walking promenades. You can easily explore the downtown area by walking around the area on foot or you can easily take local public transportation … Read more
Fuengirola attractions and popular places to visit in the Costa del Sol Surprisingly there’s a lot of Fuengirola attractions and popular places to explore in this area of the Costa del Sol. Fuengirola makes an excellent base to explore inland and also the many beach towns and cities that are easy to get to by … Read more
Is Marbella worth visiting in the Costa del Sol? Marbella, Spain known in the Costa del Sol as the uber affluent and luxury destination that only attracts the same people that love to see excess. But as you can actually see, Marbella is a city of mixed levels and identity and that visitors can see … Read more
Torremolinos or Benalmadena which one is better to visit? Torremolinos or Benalmadena are two coastal cities that lie next to each other in the sunny Costa del sol region of Southern Spain. Both cities are so different from each other so it would make sense to explore both to get the best of each city’s … Read more
Best way to get from Malaga to Marbella Choosing the best options on getting from Malaga town or airport to Marbella depends on your budget and time commitment. I found the most expensive options to be rental car, taxi or private transfer service. While taking a bus from downtown or the airport is … Read more
Best way to get to Torremolinos from Malaga To get from Malaga to Torremolinos, you have a few transportation options, depending on your preferences and budget. Here are the most common methods: Taxi: Taking a taxi is the most convenient but also the most expensive option. Taxis are readily available … Read more
Explore the best beaches in Torremolinos, Spain One of my favorite places to visit in the Costa del Sol is Torremolinos with its endless stretch of beaches and walking promenades. Originally a sleepy fisherman’s village in its past, Torremolinos is now the center of beach life in the Costa del Sol. You can explore the … Read more
