Central Spain is dominated by Madrid, but there is much more to the region than just the capital city. So, when I visited Madrid last year (see: Madrid in November: Palaces, Parks and Paseos), I decided to extend my stay and explore some of the countryside and historic cities in the surrounding area. Although the local road and rail transport […]
I’d visited almost all the capitals of Europe, but for some reason had never made it to Madrid, the capital of Spain. I knew something of the city’s fascinating history. I also knew that it is the highest capital in Europe and that it is situated at almost the exact centre of Spain. Maybe I had been put off visiting […]
There are very many interesting and attractive cities in Spain including Granada (see my recent Touring Holiday), Seville, Bilbao and the capital Madrid. What sets Barcelona apart for me is its vibrancy and outward-looking approach to the world, as signified by the statue of Columbus pointing out from the port. Curiously he is pointing East rather than […]
The pound may have fallen over the past twelve months against most world currencies, but in some holiday resorts you can get up to 21% more for your money this year. This is according to a recent Post Office Travel Money Report on the value of a basket of ten typical holiday items such as a cup […]
Southern Spain at the beginning of December offers mild weather, no crowds and out of season prices – perfect for a touring holiday. My route commenced in Alicante, passed through the palm rich town of Elche, on to the cave dwellings of Guadix, before reaching the Moorish splendour of Granada. My return was via the Bay […]
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Your Pounds Go Further This Year – Travel News
Early last year I posted an article Make Your Pounds Go Further. This advised how to make the most of your holiday money, following a fall in the value of the pound over the previous twelve months. The good news is that, compared with a year ago, your pounds do go much further now in most destinations, with […]