Whenever you go to restaurants in the likes of the Cote d’Azur, the Costa Brava and the Etruscan Coast, one thing that is nearly always on the menu is sardines. The humble sardine is said to have taken its name from the island of Sardinia because they are so plentiful there. The truth is that
The days when fish and chips were swilled down with a pint of lager are fading into a distant memory on Mallorca as chic chefs have moved in and have transformed the eatery makeup of this wonderful island. It is now possible to wine and dine in style in Mallorcan restaurants, which are gaining the
We tend to make up our own minds where is a suitable, entertaining and culturally-enhancing place to take our children on holiday. That said, with so many great holidaying destinations in Europe that are suitable for children, many parents have an open ear when it comes to hearing about family-friendly vacation destinations. When an acclaimed
Ibiza is endowed with of 8o beaches around its coastline. Most of these beaches are certainly worthy of laying a towel down for an afternoon, some of them you would recommend to a friend, whilst a decent number of them are exceptional. Huge stretches of pristine white sand wait patiently for you, your friends, your
It is a well-known fact that the people who live in Mediterranean countries generally eat well and can often live for a longer time than their non-Mediterranean counterparts. Much of the world-renowned health and longevity of the residents of the Med is pinned on olive oil. Although it’s not just olive oil that is responsible
A British expatriate and author who’d been living in Spain for the best part of 20 years once said, if you want to experience the best places in Spain for the best prices, avoid going where the foreigners go and head to where the Spanish go. These words of wisdom can certainly be applied when
A British couple on first arriving in Spain bought a beer apiece in a quaint sunny bar in Granada city centre. Soon after the beer arrived the waitress plonked a delicious plate of prawns on the table. “Take them away. We can’t afford those,” said the thrifty Brits indignantly shaking their heads. The waitress who
Cruise the Algarve on the Santa Bernada – A 500-year-old caravel replica! If you are staying lucky enough to be spending time in the Algarve this summer, then you may want to try out something different. One way to fulfil yearnings for adventure is to embark on a historical yet refined exploration that is brimming with
Walking in northern Portugal – Nature as it always was and as it was always meant to be! Whilst northern Portugal has many areas of outstanding natural beauty, which are paradisiacal for walkers and hikers, one of the best walks in northern Portugal is one of the most seldom-visited areas – A natural park in
Viana de Castelo – Quite possibly the prettiest city in Portugal. The city of Viano de Castelo is in Northern Portugal just 60 kilometres south of the Spanish border. The great explorers used to set sail from here in the Golden Age of discovery. During the 15th and 16th centuries all manner of exotic products was
