Archive for 'Travel Tips in Spain'

  

A street in Altea
Photo credits: Josemanuel / CC BY-SA 3.0

If you’re in the market for a dreamy little seaside town to escape to on your next vacation in Spain, then we highly recommend one of our villas in Altea. This incredibly scenic and romantic town on the Costa Blanca is the ideal spot for anyone looking to well and truly get away from it all and leave the stresses and concerns of daily life far behind. But why exactly are we so in love with the town of Altea?

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Tabernas Desert
Photo credits: Dgalan / CC BY-SA 4.0

There are lots of reasons to book a villa in Spain – the weather, the varied and lovely landscapes, the famous beaches and seaside towns, the food, the wine, the culture, the stunning historic towns, and buzzy cosmopolitan cities – but fans of The Walking Dead series and its spin-offs have a new great reason after the latest season of Daryl Dixon. Following one of the most beloved characters from the franchise, the eponymous Daryl Dixon played by Norman Reedus, this show charts his adventures in Europe after getting stranded there and his attempts to return to his fellow TWD characters back in America. After two seasons in France, the third season, which recently finished airing, was set in Spain and showcased the incredible beauty of the country, even in a post-apocalyptic scenario. So, if you’re a super-fan who’d like to tread in the footsteps of your favourite characters or if you’ve simply gotten the travel bug after watching the show, here’s a guide to seeking out the wonderful locations showcased in Daryl Dixon…

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A beach in Mallorca

As it begins to get cooler, skies tend to grow gloomier, and rain becomes more frequent in many parts of the world, some people might be getting itchy feet and the urge to get away to somewhere sunnier and a little warmer for a while. If you are one of these people and are considering a villa in Mallorca, then you might be interested to know what kind of weather you can expect on this stunning island in Spain throughout the autumn and winter...

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Polignano a Mare

European summer describes, of course, summer in Europe but it is also a trend online that specifically indicates dreamlike summer vacations in truly stunning European locations that are full of character and totally dripping in style. If you missed out on European summer, however, but still want to enjoy a chic break with a relaxed atmosphere and in a beyond picturesque setting, then why not enjoy European fall?


There are a few destinations in Europe where you can still enjoy dips in the water and sunny days for the next few weeks, all while avoiding crowded beaches, lines queues for restaurants, and people bustling past you to take photos – sounds like the best of both worlds to us! So, enjoy all the glamour and relaxation of Europe... but do it this autumn...

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Tapas

Love a sizzling sun holiday? Have you booked a villa in Spain? Well, part of enjoying the heat is knowing how to beat it! So, if you’re enjoying hanging out by the pool, heading to the beach, exploring, and seeing the sights while it’s hot out but you want to stay cool, there’s one particularly tasty way to do it – eating things that will help bring your body temperature down. Read on for our guide to what to eat and drink while you enjoy a stay in one of our vacation rentals in Spain this summer in order to stay cool and make the most of the sunny days!


1. Gazpacho


Those who find a holiday rental in Andalusia, in particular, will have ample opportunity to sample this regional classic soup. Typically served cool, this dish from Andalusia is now famous all over the globe and is a representative dish of Spain, as a whole. In fact, it is likely the most famous cold soup in the world. It is also not just the cool temperature but the wholesome, vitamin-rich ingredients that make it an ideal dish during the summer. Made of tomatoes, cucumber, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and more, it is light and refreshing.

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