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Reasons for Living in Spain

There are many reasons why people choose to ultimately live in Spain. Some of these are listed below but there are probably many, many more, and each persons reason is as individual as they are. Climate. Spain has often been described as having the ... Read >

Caring for your Poinsettia

Poinsettias, or Euphorbias to give them their correct name, are part of the spurge family of plants. If you have trouble keeping yours, here are some tips to ensure you get the best from one of the nicest, living Christmas decorations you could invest in.... Read >

Flamenco – Passion and Expression in Spanish Music and Dance

Flamenco dancing is an expressive form of dance, which has its roots in Andalucia, Spain and more specifically, according to some experts, in Jerez de la Frontera. It originated among Indian gypsies who had arrived and settled in Spain after travelling ar... Read >

Balearics - Fun in the Sun on Stone Age Islands

Located in the western Mediterranean Sea around 60 miles from the Iberian coast is the archipelago of the Balearic Islands that forms one of the Autonomous Communities of Spain. Mallorca, Menorca and Cabrera can be found to the Northern end with Ibiza ... Read >

Gaucin, Spain – Do all roads really lead to Rome

The Serrania de Ronda region of the Spanish province of Malaga is home to the village of Gaucin, which sits at 608 meters above sea level and has 1,842 residents. In the area of "Loma de Enmedio", just 4km away from Gaucin, the remnants of an ancient n... Read >

Caring for Cats – the easy way

You will need a great deal of commitment in order to own a cat as they do require some care (although not as much as dogs!) and can live as old as 15 years (or even longer in some cases). Cats require feeding (daily), care and 'play time' on a regular ... Read >