Marbella, Spain - A Day On The Costa Del Sol
We arrived in the evening, a bus load of twenty-eight weary travelers. My friend Jan and I stumbled up the stairs of to our room. Only then did I realize that the hotel - La Princesa Playa - was only one hundred feet from the Mediterranean. I could hear the waves gently hitting the beach below. I opened the balcony door and stepped outside. It was like dying and going to heaven.
I had ex...
Where to Eat in Murcia Spain
Spain is well known for its many tasty contributions to the global cookbook. Among the traditional epicurean delights available to those enjoying luxury holidays in Spain are paella, chorizo, Manchego cheese, olives, empanadas, turron, paprika, patatas bravas, rioja wine and of course lots of seafood.
Those who have been on family holidays to Murcia will already be aware that the cuisine ...
Holidays to Spain For the Whole Family at La Manga
The luxury resort of La Manga Club is more than just one of the world's great golf and tennis resorts. La Manga Club offers plenty to keep younger visitors entertained, ensuring that the Spanish holiday destination remains the top choice for family holidays.
As one of the premier sports and leisure resorts in Europe, La Manga Club provides everything a family could ever have to prevent bo...
The Best Beaches in Spain
We all want something different from a beach. Whether you prefer facilities, peace, privacy or entertainment here are a few Spanish beaches which come highly recommended.
.... to go with children
Look for beaches with fine sand, without stones or pebbles and with wooden walkways to the shore because these are easier to walk on. The best beaches for children are those which have s...
In The Capital Of Spain The Sardine's "Funeral" Takes Place By The Tradition Of The 18th Century
The tradition began in the times of the King Carlos III (1716-1788), when the authorities of Madrid determined to treat citizens with free sardines in Casa-de-Campo. The sardines appeared to be spoiled. However, the citizens of Madrid were not indignant, because besides the sardines they were offered free wine in an unlimited amount. As a result the participants of the measure took spades and b...
Tax Advice in Spain - Are You Earning Over 8% Per Annum on Your Savings in a Tax Efficient Way?
When people retire to Spain, one of the highest priorities for them is how they're going to fund their lifestyle. Most people have pensions that they rely on to support them but also most couples have savings and investments that they have to draw on to supplement their income in Spain. The problem with most investments are that they're Stock Market related and as such are volatile.
Yes, ...
About Spain - the Spanish Language and Delicate Issues
Politics in Spain: never a dull moment. The man-to-man combats can only be taken figuratively as if you were attending a theatre; this can't be real.
As in Spanish soccer, two parties dominate the political scene (on national level); PSOE and PP. This week however, the contest was predominately a gender debate
The spokesman of the PP recently expressed his opinion that the Deputy Pri...
About Spain - Changes in the Ibex 35
This article comments on the changes of the Spanish main Stock Exchange Index, the Ibex thirty-five over the period from 2000 to 2006.
A main stock index provides information about same basic structure of a country.
The article The IBEX thirty-five Index From Raw Data to Useful Information shows the distribution of companies amongst the various sectors and these sectors are taken as a...
Exploring Culture in Spain - The "Costa del Sol"
Take a moment of your time and wait near a traffic light. Then observe the pedestrians. On the “Costa del Sol,” you'll find out that people cross the street not bothered by the color of the light. Observe again and see for yourself that more foreigners practice this than locals.
Why, is the next question.
One explanation could be this one. When you live in a foreign country there is...
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