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Speed limits to go down
If you are a regular reader of this blog, you will know that we like to share stories about the roads in Spain. Most recently some strange Spanish road stories. Now we hear that there is to be another change to driving in Spain. So if you are over there on holiday...
I love timeshare
Do you have a timeshare, or are you considering getting one? Geoff Chapman, TATOC director and happy timeshare owner shared with Share Time magazine why he loves his timeshare. I have been a happy timeshare owner for 35 years and in that time many people have asked me...
Sun, Sea and Food! What more could you ask for in Málaga
Finding out the best places to eat when you are on holiday is a must. Here is a fantastic round up of the best food and places to eat in Malaga by Chris Moss reporting for The Guardian. Andalucía is known for sea, sun and even tapas but not, so far, its fine...
A day trip to Portugal by zipwire?
What can you get up to in Spain this year, fancy a quick trip to Portugal with a bit of a difference? How about by zipwire. A British man has constructed an aerial runway between Spain and Portugal. Businessman, David Jarman, thought the mountains which surround the...
Only English to be spoken in Spanish skies
Earlier in June we shared a story about the English speaking Spanish when in Spain, and if you are on holiday there it makes sense to learn a bit if the language. However, a recent story reveals that English is set to become the official language in the skies above...
Sunderland striker splashes out £17,500 on gold bottle of champagne
If you want to party like the rich and famous there is only one place to go.....MARBELLA! Connor Wickham splashes £17,500 on gold bottle of champagne, as Sunderland striker racks up huge bar bill with pals while partying at Ocean Club in Marbella Two months after...
Marbella to be the next city in Spain that opens for business on Sunday
It looks like Marbella is taking advantage of the growing popularity that the city has seen over the last couple of years. The city has been added to the list of cities in Spain that can open businesses on Sunday and certain public holidays. The current law...
Spain… for dogs
On Tuesday we shared an article listing great things to do when holidaying with children in the Costa del Sol. In Spain there is something for everyone, or should we say, everything. Not only has Spain long been adept at ticking all the required boxes needed for a...
But surely everyone speaks English?
Apparently, Spanish is the second most common native language, after Mandarin Chinese. In a very close third place we have English. Now, we Brits on have the reputation of thinking that everyone else will speak English, and if they don't, then they must at least...
Marbella in high season already
The number of holidays booked last minute in 2013 soared as people in the UK got fed up of the weather. However, now we have beautiful sunshine and very untypical weather, yet the number of people visiting Marbella is still on the increase. Summer has arrived early in...
How stay on a healthy diet while on holiday
Those of you that started healthy eating at the beginning of year will hit a major hurdle when it comes to your much earned summer holiday. A summer holiday is something many of us look forward to all year. There’s nothing better than escaping the routine of everyday...
Your perfect holiday home
Where are you sitting while you read this? In your kitchen? In your office? A coffee shop maybe. Close your eyes and imagine where you would much rather be drinking your cup of coffee. A recent study by Schofields Holiday Home Insurance has found that most Brits asked...