Andalucia is packed with whitewashed villages nestled in the mountains, towering on top of cliffs, painting the coastlines, or overlooking valleys. Some say that if you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all. I don’t agree! Arcos de la Frontera is a great example of uniqueness, astounding architecture, and mesmerizing views. The little white village sits […]
Author Archives: Linn Haglund
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You’re heading to Andalucia’s capital city, and wondering what to do in Seville. With a cultural heritage formed by a dramatic history of multiple rulers – from the Romans to the Moors – the city is jam-packed with historical attractions. From soaking in the sweet scent of orange blossoms while getting lost in the cobblestoned […]
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You’re planning to spend 3 days in Seville and not sure what to do. Then you’re in good hands! If there’s one city that has a special place in my heart, it’s Seville, Andalusia’s charming capital city. When I first moved there in 2003, I remember sitting down on the footpath just enjoying the feeling […]
ALMERIA, BEACHES, CADIZ, GRANADA, HUELVA, MALAGA
15 Best beaches in Andalucia, Spain (recommended by a local)
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Looking for the best beaches in Andalucia? Southern Spain is jam-packed with beautiful beaches, some more popular than others, and some are more easily accessible than others. While it’s easy to stay local and go to the nearest beach from your hotel, sometimes it’s really worth going on a road trip exploring different beaches farther […]
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Whether you love to sunbathe for hours on a long, white-sanded beach with clear water or you’re the active kind that gets easily bored, Bolonia beach in southern Spain will not disappoint. There are plenty of things to do in Bolonia, with the untamed Bolonia Sand Dunes cascading down to the turquoise water offering mesmerizing […]
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Looking for the best things to do in Cadiz Spain? Then you’re in the right place. I’ve spent considerable time in the city over many years and explored it on a local level. On my last visit, I stayed over a month exploring way beyond the regular tourist route and I’m excited to share what […]
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Cabo de Gata-Níjar is a nature reserve in the province of Almeria in Southern Spain. The reserve is volcanic and hosts the only desert in Spain. Besides being dry, rocky, and sandy on the inland, the coastline has some incredible volcanic cliffs and stunning virgin beaches. Some of the beaches in Cabo de Gata can […]
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We looked confused around us as banging techno music came closer and closer. It didn’t fit the surroundings; The otherwise quiet beach of Cala de San Pedro, Cabo de Gata with only a few stoned travelers chilling by their tents, the waves smashing towards the beachfront, and a guy playing chilled tunes on his guitar […]
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The popular Andalusian beach town of Tarifa is well known for its water activities like kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, and so much more. Every year travelers flock to this paradisiacal corner of Andalucia to enjoy the wind in their hair, water activities, the bohemian atmosphere, and quaint old town. There are so many fun things to […]
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One of the most underrated places for a beach holiday in Andalucia is Punta Umbria. Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the saltwater rivers of Marismas del Odiel Natural Park, this beach paradise is only a 20-minute drive from the city of Huelva and boasts some of the most popular beaches in Huelva. Punta Umbria, […]
