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Valencia is a beautiful region in Spain that offers visitors the perfect combination of sun, sand, and sea. With its stunning coastline, historic architecture, and vibrant culture, it's no surprise that Valencia is a popular destination for holidaymakers. However, there is one very important aspect of Valencia that should never get overlooked - its incredible culinary heritage! If you are a foodie looking for a truly unique culinary experience during your holiday in Valencia, then look no further than the region's most famous dish: paella.

Paella is a rice-based dish that originated in Valencia, with some suggesting it developed from the 8th century tradition of the servants of Moorish kings bringing home leftover rice, meat, and vegetables and combining them into a dish. It then became a lunchtime meal staple that was long eaten by farmers and farm labourers. By the mid-19th century, it became something closer to the modern iteration with more varieties in ingredients and the name paella becoming firmly attached to the dish. 

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White-washed buildings with flowers spilling out from the windows and balconies, paved streets winding through a charming historic core, an amazing coastline with two Blue Flag beaches among the many different strands that are on offer, a microclimate boasting over 325 days of sunshine per year, an endless selection of excellent eateries and pretty little coffee spots to choose from: this is the image of idyllic loveliness presented by the seaside town of Estepona along Spain’s beloved Costa del Sol. Often called the Garden of the Costa del Sol, for those looking for assured weather and truly dreamy surroundings, it is certainly one of the best places to vacation in Spain or holiday on the Costa del Sol! There are so many wonderful attractions and charms in this remarkable gem of a place that are just waiting to be uncovered. Read on for our list of five excellent reasons to find a villa in Estepona and then come and find even more things to fall in love with on a getaway in this dreamy holiday destination...

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There are a wide range of stunning seaside towns that one could choose as a holiday destination in Spain but among the most beautiful and perfect has to be Nerja. Known primarily for its incredible natural bounty and picturesque landscape, Nerja is located on the southern tip of Spain, along the Costa del Sol. Framed by the majestic peaks of the Sierras de Tejeda mountain range in the background and made up of perfect pale beaches lapped by turquoise waters, impressive rock formations, lush greenery, and row upon row of white-washed apartment buildings and houses rising up from the coast, this is an elegant gem of a coastal resort that is known to be one of the best holiday spots along the famous and beloved tourist region of the Costa del Sol. If you’re looking to hike gorgeous cliff walks and mountain trails, swim in crystal clear water, visit prehistoric caves that once acted as homes to ancient civilizations, dine on fresh paella while taking in sea views, dance all night, try out water sports like SUP and snorkelling and kayaking, or simply wander around a picture-perfect historic Spanish town centre, then browse our wonderful villas in Nerja and come and take it all in for yourself!

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There are lots of beautiful stores, cool eateries and little gems tucked into the pretty streets of the historic centre of Madrid but if you have found a vacation rental in Madrid and want to find all three under one roof, then you need to visit Pinkoco.

Pinkoco is a beauty, fashion and homewares store, as well as a café and bar, that is impossibly cool and chic and also boasts incredible products. Whether you want to grab coffee and take a breather while exploring the city, go for drinks with pals or pick up some unique souvenirs for others (or yourself), it is an ideal location!     Read More