SETENIL de las Bodegas is frequently featured online for its striking appearance, having been built into a huge rock, but what is the best way to visit?

Hopping on the ferry to Morocco? These are my top tips for visiting the North African country. Getting there From the Costa del Sol, Morocco is just a quick ferry ride away with ports in Algeciras, Tarifa, Motril, Almeria, Malaga and Gibraltar. Ferries go to a variety of locations including Tangier, Nador, Al Hoceima, Ceuta and Melilla.

THIS stunning monastery near Madrid was once called the eighth wonder of the world and it’s still well worth a visit. If you have a free day while visiting Madrid, the city is a great jumping off point for many fascinating spots. While Toledo and Segovia are popular options, more visitors are flocking to the small town of San Lorenzo de El Escorial.

Coming from Estepona, I wasn’t sure Cordoba could beat my flower laden home, but the city overwhelmed me with its beautiful patios, rich history and delicious food. For just one week every year, Cordoban families open up their homes to share their patios with the world. Thousands of tourists flock to the city, eager to explore patios battling it out to be crowned the most beautiful. Some 52 took part in this year’s competition, alongside 12 non competitive entries.

THIS little-known town near Ronda is enchanting, with stunning scenery, food and walks.

JUST an hour from Madrid, this city makes the perfect day trip for both history buffs and literature lovers. While Bologna, Oxford and Salamanca boast the oldest universities in the world, few people know that just outside Madrid lies the world’s first university city. Established in 1499, Alcala de Henares quickly became a beacon of knowledge and learning, so it’s no surprise that it is also the birthplace of ‘Spanish Shakespeare’ Miguel de Cervantes. Some 30 km from Madrid, this small city is easily accessible by train or bus, both taking just over an hour.

EATING vegan in Madrid couldn’t be easier with our guide to the best places to dine out. As a vegan living in Andalucia, Madrid is my paradise. There are thousands of options for the city’s plant based population, which is growing daily. Over my many visits to the city, I have built up a list of favourite venues for all tastes.

RONDA has just opened its answer to the famous Caminito del Rey, but is it really as hair raising as the original? In April this year, Junta president Juanma Moreno inaugurated Ronda’s latest tourist attraction, the first phase of a new walkway snaking along the Tajo gorge. Once completed, the project will take daring visitors from the famous bridge all the way to Arabic baths, stretching 750 metres. It will allow visitors to see the Guadalevin river up close and feel the magnitude of the impressive gorge from below, until now only accessible through the Casa del Rey Moro.

FOR vegans, eating like a local can be difficult but not in Sevilla with this expert guide. The capital of Andalucia, Sevilla’s cuisine uses lots of meat, fish and cheese. Despite this, the city is also home to a growing vegan scene, concentrated around the youthful Alameda area. Plant based tourists don’t have to miss out on traditional dishes, as gazpacho, salmorejo, paella and garzbanos con espinacas often come vegan or can be easily adapted. READ MORE: Vegan in Madrid? Here’s our ultimat

Does Madrid’s Ritz Hotel live up to its luxurious expectations? The Olive Press investigates. ACROSS the world, the Ritz name is associated with one thing- luxury. Each of the brand’s 108 locations are well respected bastions of high quality experiences, with the accompanying price tag. READ MORE: These are Spain’s ONLY hotels with three sought after Michelin ‘Keys’ So naturally, I had never stepped foot in one until my mum suggested we celebrate her birthday there. ‘I only have Birkenstock

I VISITED Spain’s former ‘rural capital’ near Ronda and was surprised to see it was still as charming as ever. In 2021, Olvera was awarded the prestigious title of Spain’s ‘rural capital’. Just a twenty minute drive over the valley from the famous Setenil de las Bodegas, it is a wonder that this destination is still missed by many tourists. As you drive up the winding road to the town, you will instantly recognise why it is popping up more and more often on social media. READ MORE: This gree

Legend has it that Segovia is home to Spain’s very own Disney castle, but is it really worth the hype? Around an hour from Madrid by train, car or bus, Segovia is an ideal day trip for Madrileños. Like many Spanish destinations, it has a charming old town, imposing cathedral, impressive views and tranquil walks in the surrounding countryside. But what makes Segovia a stand out destination is its alcazar, believed to be the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Cinderella castle. READ MORE: This gree

JUZCAR, Ronda, has become famous all over social media for its bright blue ‘Smurf’ buildings, but is it really worth a visit? After a long weekend exploring Ronda, I had a few hours drive ahead of me. Why not stop along the way in one of Ronda’s scenic villages?, I thought. The so-called ‘Pueblo Pitufo’ or ‘Smurf Village’, immediately came to mind and I set off to Juzcar. READ MORE: It’s fiesta season! The best festivals happening across Spain this spring Despite being home to just 200 peop

NESTLED in the heart of the Alpujarra mountains of Andalucia lies the most charming village you’ve never heard of: Mecina Bombaron is a fairytale come to life, not least because it is an official ‘book town’ that has works of literature inscribed on practically every section of its whitewashed streets. Quite simply, books are infused with everyday life in this quiet spot, from plant pots painted with poetry to bins bearing Harry Potter covers. You live and breathe everything from the stanzas o

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