The ladder snake (Rhinechis Scalaris), is also known as the Elaphe Scalaris or Culebra de Scalera in Spanish. Spring is here and the wildlife is waking up. The flowers are blooming all over Andalucia and my daily walk is ever more joyous. Today was no exception. My normal route takes me through olive groves, past […]
Month: March 2023
Difference between Día de los Santos Inocentes and April Fool’s Day in Spain
What is the difference? When it comes to traditions and holidays, every culture has its own unique way of celebrating. In Spain, two similar holidays that are often compared to each other are Día de los Santos Inocentes and April Fool’s Day. While both holidays involve pranks and jokes, there are several key differences between […]
Discover the Delicious Benefits of Spanish Food: Fresh, Flavorful, and Heart-Healthy
From Fresh Ingredients to Healthy Fats: How Spanish Cuisine Boosts Your Health and Your Taste Buds Spanish food is loved by people all over the world, and for good reason. With a wide variety of dishes that boast fresh, flavorful ingredients, it’s no wonder that Spanish cuisine is so popular. In this blog post, we’ll […]
Semana Santa or Holy Week in Nerja
Semana Santa or Holy Week is from Sun, Apr 2, 2023 – Sun, Apr 9, 2023 Holy Week is the most sacred week in the liturgical year in Christianity. In Eastern Churches, which include Eastern Orthodox, Eastern Catholic and Eastern Lutheran traditions, Holy Week occurs the week after Lazarus Saturday and starts on the evening […]
Dogs Shows in Spain – Archidona Dog Show
Archidona dog show prepares to celebrate its 30th birthday The town will celebrate three decades of one of its best-known events on 5, 6 and 7 May Just like Crufts, only in Spain If you are a doggie person (who isn’t unless you are a cat?) then the Archidona dog show is something you […]
International Potato Omelette Day March 9th
Yes! It really is Potato Omelette Day Potatoe Omelette Day, this is a Joke; right? From the Sur in English website, I find out that March 9th is dedicated to the humble potato. As it happens, I am a huge fan of tortilla or potato cake, potato omelette or whatever you prefer to call it. […]
Saint Patrick’s Day 2023 – Paddies Day in Nerja
Saint Patrick’s Day Friday the 17th of March 2023 What is Saint Patrick’s Day? St. Patrick’s Day is the feast day (March 17) of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Born in Roman Britain in the late 4th century, he was kidnapped at the age of 16 and taken to Ireland as a slave. He escaped but returned about 432 CE to convert […]
I Bedroom Holiday Apartments in Nerja Spain for Semana Santa
Holiday Rental in Nerja – Apartment Tetuan 44 Description of the apartment This beautiful 1 bedroom apartment is located on the tranquil Oasis de Capistrano with its wonderful gardens. The apartment comprises one bedroom with twin beds, fitted wardrobes and a ceiling fan. The bathroom has a bath and an overhead shower. The open-plan kitchen […]
Pine Processionary Caterpillars in Spain
Processionary Caterpillars are a danger to humans and animals alike! Pine Processionary Caterpillars The pine processionary is a moth of the subfamily Thaumetopoeinae in the family Notodontidae, known for the irritating hairs of its caterpillars, their processions, and the economic damage they cause in coniferous forests. Wikipedia From the Sur in English Newspaper: Deadly processionary caterpillars […]
