Andalucia Blog 2009

Camping in Andalucia

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:58:01 GMT

Camping in Andalucia, campsites and general information, where to camp in Jaen,Huelva,Cadiz etc.

English Plumber/Builder in Jaen

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:08:56 GMT

Nick Webb works around the Martos, Alcaudete, Monte Lopez are doing renovation work, electricity and plumbing. To contact him visit this Holiday Home Maintenance page

New Tapas Passport Route in Malaga

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:02:05 GMT

The Tourism department of Mlaga along with the brewery Cruzcampo have devised a tapas tasting tour around Malaga province for 2009. Almost 700 bars are set to take part in this innovative project that will see each bar providing five new tapas. The visitors will try the tapas and record their favourites by stamping a "passport". The project will end on August 31 when a prize will be awarded to those with at least 20 stamps from 17 different bars.

Best Beaches in Andalucia

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 09:56:57 GMT

Thirty seven of Andalucia's beaches have been awarded the "Q" for quality flag by the Ministry of Industry, Tourism and Commerce. This is ten more than last year making a total of 118 beaches throughout Spain with the quality grade.

Andalucia for Holidays - Horse Riding, Walking, Accommodation, Towns & Monuments

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:51:04 GMT

Information on what to do and where to go in Southern Spain. Walking holidays, monuments, beaches and accommodation as well as Andalucia Gastronomy come in and visit Andalucia

Spanish Recipes

Tue, 26 May 2009 14:16:17 GMT

Spanish Recipes a growing collection of Spanish and Andalucian dishes

Churros and Chocolate

Mon, 25 May 2009 12:14:52 GMT

Churros and Chocolate a typical Spanish breakfast recipe for churros dough and chocolate sauce

Chocolate Belen in Rute

Mon, 25 May 2009 12:02:09 GMT

Chocolate Belen in Rute, visit this enormous chocolate nativity scene in Cordoba province

Chicken Croquettes

Mon, 25 May 2009 12:01:27 GMT

Chicken Croquettes recipe for a tasty tapa. Can be made in advance and fried at the last minute when needed. A handy stand-by for unexpected guests.

Braised Artichokes

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:24:23 GMT

Braised Artichokes with dill a delicious way to eat this vegetable

Birthplace of Picasso

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:23:47 GMT

Birthplace of Picasso or Casa Natal

Attractions-Andalucia

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:22:33 GMT

Attractions-Andalucia

Anis Museum

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:21:00 GMT

Anis Museum

Andalucia-Gastronomy

Mon, 25 May 2009 10:58:32 GMT

Andalucia-Gastronomy, Recipes and cooking terms in Spanish cuisine.

Alhambra Photo Gallery

Mon, 25 May 2009 10:53:29 GMT

Alhambra Photo Gallery

Acampo Abierto

Mon, 25 May 2009 10:50:02 GMT

Acampo Abierto see fighting Bulls and Andalusian horses in the open

New Via Verde Walking Route Opens

Tue, 19 May 2009 13:07:12 GMT

May 2009 A new green way or Via Verde has opened for walkers in the Estepona area. The path, which runs from the Avenida de Espaa to the Camino de la Cala, is 6km long and is the first part of a network of walking paths for the area.

Holiday Home Maintenance

Tue, 19 May 2009 10:42:58 GMT

Holiday Home Maintenance, Key Holding,Building Projects and Repairs, English builder Nick Webb, Spanish quailified plumber, works around Martos and Alcala la Real, Jaen.

Martos Hill Legend

Mon, 18 May 2009 19:59:04 GMT

Martos Hill Legend. Martos Hill or La Pea is not only an Arabic and Christian castle ruins but a place of legends too. The legend of the Hermanos Calatravos, Andalucia, Spain

Win a Holiday in Andalucia

Mon, 18 May 2009 11:29:55 GMT

Win a Holiday in Andalucia

Private House Sale Alcala

Mon, 18 May 2009 11:25:10 GMT

Private House Sale Alcala, for sale by the owner is a queit hamlet near Alcala la Real, Jaen province

Writing Courses Andalucia

Mon, 18 May 2009 08:51:22 GMT

Writing Courses Andalucia, 3 - 7 day tutor-led courses in Spain, small groups

Fly from Portugal to Andalucia

Thu, 14 May 2009 20:48:16 GMT

The new air service by Andalus Lneas Aereas will start flying from Mlaga to Lisbon on June 4th. It starts with two flights a week on Thursdays and Sundays from 99.

Beach Restaurants to Stay for 2009

Thu, 14 May 2009 20:48:16 GMT

It's been announced that Marbella's beach restaurants will be allowed to stay for this summer at least. Stay posted for the ongoing saga... it may be long.

Al Andalus Exhibition in Malaga

Thu, 14 May 2009 12:55:17 GMT

"Malaqa entre Malaca y Mlaga" is the name of the exhibition taking place at the University of Mlaga about the Moorish state of Al Andalus between 714 and 1487. The show, that is running from 7th May to 27th June features old and modern spellings, aspects relating to the history of the period, especially urban, political, economic, cultural and social.

1st Tapas Fiesta in Ojen

Wed, 13 May 2009 09:28:13 GMT

Ojen Town Hall are organising the 'I Feria de Tapas del Mundo Villa de Ojen' The 1st Ojen World Tapas Fair which will be on Sunday 17th May at 1 p.m. Around twenty different nationalities and Spanish regions will be providing tapas for visitors at the cost of 1 Euro per tapa. Bars and restaurants in the Plaza de Andalucia and throughout the town will be presenting their best traditional dishes. The award for the best tapa will be voted for by all who take part. Other nationalities that are participating are: Chile, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Mexico, Paraguay, Rumania, The Ukraine, Uruguay, Venezuela and Vietnam.

Cordoba Patio Competition Hoping to Gain UNESCO Status

Tue, 12 May 2009 09:53:08 GMT

Cordoba's annual flower patio competition is hoping to gain status as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site. The patios which are open until 17th May this year is an annual event when private patios are open to the public and with homeowners hoping for a prize for the most beautiful patio in a competition which dates back to the early 20th century. Crdobas patios festival is hoping to be the third event in Spain to be granted this status, along with the Mystery Play of Elche and the Patum of Berga festival held in Catalua.

Walking Route

Sat, 09 May 2009 16:49:00 GMT

Walking Route Jaen a walking route and map for an 11km medium difficulty walk the natural park of Sierra Magina

Sierra Magina Natural Park

Sat, 09 May 2009 16:47:46 GMT

Sierra Magina Natural Park

Private House Sale

Sat, 09 May 2009 16:42:14 GMT

Private House Sale, owners selling a lovely three-storey house near Martos in Jaen province, just on the outskirts of town,

Martos House for Sale

Sat, 09 May 2009 16:34:41 GMT

Martos House for Sale privately by owner. Three-bedroom townhouse for sale from the owner, large house patio, good-sized rooms,needs some reform work, ready to live-in, available immediately

Live Music in Andalucia

Fri, 08 May 2009 13:07:07 GMT

Depeche Mode to play in Seville on 12th July 2009 at the Estadio Olmpico de Sevilla. As part of a huge tour announcing their new album Sounds of the Universe. The Band With forty-five songs in the UK Singles Chart, one US and two UK number one albums and over 75 million albums worldwide,they're hoping for a sell-out concert in Seville too. The Estadio Olmpico de Sevilla was opened in 1999 and holds a crowd of up to 60,000. For tickets and more information see the official website at http://www.depechemode.com

Mosaics

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:16:57 GMT

Mosaics in Andalucia, Spain. Some examples of mosaic works in progress and a little history of this smashed-up recycled art work.

Mosaic Gallery

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:15:59 GMT

Mosaic Gallery, see some mosaic photos around Andalucia, mosaic works in action and what will be a shop with pieces of mosaic art to buy

Long Term Rental House

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:26:43 GMT

Long Term Rental House in Martos town, available for six monthly rentals or longer, also available to buy

Cordoba

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:05:22 GMT

Cordoba an introduction and overview to this beautiful city in Southern Spain. What to see, where to go in Cordoba

Cordoba Towns

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:18:56 GMT

Cordoba Towns

Spanish Apple Cake

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 09:52:10 GMT

Spanish Apple Cake Recipe or Bizcocho de Manzana Recipe for a sponge type cake made with olive oil

Andalucia Anthem

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:20:27 GMT

Hymn of Andalucia A bit late I know, Dia de Andalucia is actually on 28th February - a regional holiday when all the schools at least sing.... La bandera blanca y verde,
vuelve tras siglos de guerra.
A decir Paz y Esperanza,
bajo el sol de nuestra tierra.

Andaluces, levantos!
Pedid tierra y libertad!
Sea por Andalucia libre,
Espaa y la Humanidad.
Los andaluces queremos
volver a ser lo que fuimos.
Hombres de luz que a los hombres,
Alma de hombres les dimos.
Andaluces, levantos!
Pedid tierra y libertad!
Sea por Andalucia libre,
Espaa y la Humanidad.

Which means, more or less

The green and white flag,
returns after centuries of war.
To tell the Peace and Hope
under the sun of our land.

Andalucians, arise!
Ask for land and freedom!
Andalucia is free,
Spain and Humanity.

Andalucians want
to become what we were.
Men of light we give to men,
the soul of man.
Andalucians, arise!
Ask for land and freedom!
Andalucia is free,
Spain and Humanity.
The Andalucian Hymn, Himno de Andalucia, by Blas Infante.

wildflowers of Andalucia

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:31:02 GMT

wildflowers of Andalucia, what flowers are common and when to see wildflowers in Andalucia

Disclaimer

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:13:09 GMT

Disclaimer

Quieres Practicar Ingles en Martos?

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:41:38 GMT

Quieres practicar su Ingles con Ingleses en Martos? Vamos a hacer la primer reunion este viernes por la maana el dia 3 de abril en Martos. Clases particulares de Ingles en un posibilidad. Para mas informacion llama 953 56 42 11

Do You Want to Learn Spanish in Martos?

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:41:38 GMT

This Friday 3rd April a small group of English and Spanish will meet for the first time in Martos to help each other develop their language skills. These aren't Spanish lessons but an opportunity to practice with Spanish people and give them the opportunity to practice their English. Private Spanish lessons may also be possible. For more information phone 953 564211 during the mornings, weekends or after 9pm.

Wildflower

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:24:32 GMT

Wildflower form a spring tide of colour across the region

Jerez Airport

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:41:35 GMT

Jerez Airport,

Seville Metro to be Operational Beginning of April

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:43:05 GMT

The new metro in Seville will open at the beginning of April according to Canal Sur radio. After many delays passengers will be able to use the metro system by the Easter holidays.

Open Road Spain Guide

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 12:50:00 GMT

Open Road Spain Guide by Andy Herbach. Open Road's Best of Spain Guidebook. For an overview of Spain and detailed maps and information on the most famous cities.

Guidebooks on Andalucia

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 12:48:04 GMT

Guidebooks on Andalucia, route maps, restaurant guides,spain guides

Iznajar

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:40:19 GMT

Iznajar, a small town with a big lake and larger history. Visit the Moorish castle, bathe in the views or the reservoir and admire all.

International Festival of Music and Dance in Granada

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:37:10 GMT

The 58th Festival Internacional de Msica y Danza de Granada is to take place in around Granada and The Alhambra from 25th June to 14 July 2009. See Flamenco dancing, The Royal Ballet and The London Symphony Orchestra among many other delights. See here for the full programme of events.