It’s a day off work tomorrow – In Andalucia, that is! What is Dia de Andalucia? Dia de Andalucia. Andalusia Day is celebrated on 28 February and commemorates the 28 February 1980 referendum on the Statute of Autonomy of Andalusia, in which the Andalusian electorate voted for the statute that made Andalusia an autonomous community […]
Month: February 2023
Why are there shortages of Tomatoes in the UK Stores? Who is to Blame?
Why are there Tomatoes and vegetable shortages in UK? No Tomatoes? Oh, dear me! Fluctuating temperatures, increased production costs and the knock-on effects of Brexit are all contributing to the vegetable shortages that have led some UK supermarkets to introduce rationing, according to Spanish growers. I’m not one for dabbling in politics, I find […]
MALAGA TO MADRID BY HIGH SPEED-TRAIN
High-speed trains from Malaga to Madrid to increase to 18 a day as ticket prices fall The increase in frequency brought in this week by Renfe and the arrival of private competitor Iryo in March is pushing prices down. Yet there is more good news for tourists and locals alike. Any reduction in prices, be […]
Cosori Air Fryer – I have a new Gadget in the Kitchen to play with
I decided I needed an Air Fryer in my life – Stand by for loads of recipe posts I have bought gadgets for the kitchen, just like anyone else. I have also resisted buying gadgets for the kitchen due to the ones I bought ending up stored away. I’ve had coffee machines, sausage makers, mincing […]
Nerja 2-Bedroom Self-Catering Apartments – Acapulco Playa 35
A two-bedroom apartment right in the heart of Nerja Nerja Beach Holidays have some of the best apartments, villas and townhouses in Nerja. This particular apartment is no exception and you will have the best of both worlds. Sea views and central location. What more could you ask for? Description – Acapulco Playa 35 Situated […]
An Old Problem Returns to the Costa del Sol – Calima is back
Calima is dust from the Sahara but mix it with rain… Calima: A right old pain Many towns and villages were turned from Pueblos Blancos (white villages) to Pueblos Maronnes (brown villages) the last time this dust nuisance paid us a visit. Usually, the Calima blows in, covers your car, dog etc with a fine […]
Properties for Sale on the Costa del Sol – Welcome to Olive Grove Realty
New Link Partners; Olive Grove Realty Welcome to our latest link partner; Olive Grove Realty. Based at Mijas Costa which is located west of Malaga city on the Costa del Sol, Andalucia, Spain. Nerja Beach Holidays are happy to be associated with this excellent company. Mijas Costa Mijas Costa is a diverse stretch of coastline […]
Best Self-Catering Holiday Company in Nerja 2022 Award goes to Nerja Beach Holidays
Nerja Beach Holidays – Spain Best Self-Catering Holiday Rental Company 2022 – Nerja Well, according to the Lux Review website, Nerja Beach Holidays scooped a great award. Yes! really! Imagine our surprise (not at being recognised for our excellent services and accommodation, but to be told we had won an award for being so […]
UK to Spanish Driving Licence Exchange News
Spanish Government’s driving licence exchange review imminent says British Embassy Spanish Driving Licence Exchange There is great news for all of those people waiting to change their UK driving licence, to a Spanish one. It’s been a long time coming and people have been getting angry and frustrated but, here we have it. From the […]
Spanish Olive Oil – Olive Trees are Everywhere!
18,000 New Olive Trees were Planted in days [ngg src=”galleries” ids=”1″ display=”basic_slideshow”] Olive Oil in Spain If you live in Spain, it’s impossible for olive oil not to be a part of your daily life. We douse our toast with it for breakfast, swirl it over our salads for lunch, and begin practically every recipe with […]