Nostra Pau is a charming traditional rustic finca located in one of the most expensive and sought-after parts of coastal Spain. Two kilometres of private driveway lead to this secluded country house. Being amidst pine woods and rolling hills yet a mere 20 minute drive from the Costa Brava with all of its rugged scenery,
When Lord Nelson lay dying on the deck of HMS Victory back in 1805, he could not possibly have foreseen the scenes that would take place in the same waters two centuries later – Daring young men and women being hurled across the very same ocean where the great sea battle took place, at nail-biting
Cadiz is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in Europe. This beautiful city is built upon a narrow peninsula much of which is surrounded by sea. Its geographical location led to Cadiz becoming an important sea port and a leading naval base for at least 3000 years. Being such an significant city for so
Villa Laurel, Roche Viejo – An ideal “get away from it all” luxury family villa in Andalucia. Situated amongst a thicket of pine trees a stone’s throw from the golden beaches of the Costa de la Luz, the immaculate Villa Laurel offers first-rate self-catering accommodation on one of Spain’s finest stretches of coastline. This three bedroom semi-detached
Visiting the Catalan capital of Barcelona is a rewarding experience all year round as this vibrant city is a constant swath of colour and vivacity. At Christmas time, as you can imagine, Barcelona is especially exuberant with lights adorning the streets in a truly spectacular fashion and festivities taking place round every corner. The mayor
If you are staying in a Vintage Travel Spanish villa where you have all the mod cons when it comes to cooking facilities, why not make the most of such a well-equipped kitchen and enjoy preparing and eating a few delicious hearty meals in? Not only will you save yourself some money but you could
The Spanish authorities seem to be much more understanding and accommodating than their British counterparts when it comes to barbecue facilities in the countryside. Although the risk of fire in the Spanish sierras is sometimes high, barbecues in Spain are still allowed between mid-October and mid-June. Many of these purpose-built barbecue areas can be found
The Andalucian city of Malaga is the sixth largest city in Spain. Due to its proximity to the southernmost tip of Europe, this cosmopolitan town is blessed with some of the mildest winters in the whole of Europe. Mild winters is however not the only reason to visit Malaga in winter. The capital of the Costa
Standing at an imposing 3482 metres high, Mount Mulhacen is the highest peak on mainland Spain. If you are partial to a bit of mountaineering, then the snowy slopes of this magnificent mountain are all but guaranteed to get satisfy all craving for a Spanish mountaineering adventure. There are many different routes to the top of
As you slowly drift downwind with only the occasional burst of the burners to remind you that air must be heated in order to hold you aloft, hot air ballooning is a graceful yet at the same time nail-biting sport. With cloudless skies of azure blue for more than 300 days a year, ballooning over
