Tag: Almería

Welcome to Nijar Almeria – a place that’s got everything you could want from a proper Spanish village without the tourist circus that’s taken over so many other spots. Nestled about 20 kilometres inland from the coast, this whitewashed beauty is what Spain looked like before the concrete mixers arrived,…

These are the small villages and towns we love to explore. As I have said numerous times, these are ‘proper Spain’ in our eyes. Tucked away in the stunning Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park, San Jose Almeria is one of those rare Spanish coastal gems ( just like Retamar is…

If the western film sets aren’t your thing, but you either like history or have watched G.O.T, or even both, read on. The enthralling the Alcazaba Almeria – and trust me, this isn’t just another dusty old castle you’ll trudge around whilst pretending to be interested in history. This absolute…

Picture this: you’ve just stepped off the plane at Almería Airport, the Mediterranean sun warming your face, and you’re wondering where to head for that perfect blend of authentic Spanish coastal living without the tourist hordes. Well, mate, let me introduce you to Retamar Almeria – a delightful stretch of…