Up bright and early we’re off to the well known Agios Stefanos Beach, stopping to admire some traditional church architecture in Kos town first though. Agios Stefanos Beach is a stunning stretch of postcard perfect sand that has the added attraction of actual ancient ruins at the water’s edge. Alongside the stunning turquoise waters, theContinue reading “Agios Stefanos Beach”
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Cruising around Kos
After finally getting to grips with our stroke of 5 star good luck (including champagne for birthday breakfast!) we head out to explore Kos town. Hopping on the bus from the hotel we alight at the bustling harbour which is also where you’ll find lots of restaurants and bars too. First up it was offContinue reading “Cruising around Kos”
Crazy Kos
Diving straight into our next holiday now *advance warning – we managed four this year.* (I am aware that sounds very middle class and terrible but we do make big sacrifices in order to travel . . . beans on toast for weeks on end anyone?!!) This time we opt for a cheap and cheerfulContinue reading “Crazy Kos”
Marvellous Marbella
Last trip of our Spanish holiday now, a return to the lovely little town of Marbella. Despite it’s reputation as the go to place for vacuous reality stars it’s actually a wonderful place. Its beautiful old town is crammed full of character, whitewashed walls and splashes of hot pink bougainvillea draped across every surface. AsContinue reading “Marvellous Marbella”
Tonnes of tiles
This post is mainly dedicated to the joy that is the Azulejo. This is a form of Spanish and Portuguese painted tin-glazed ceramic tilework. Ornate Azulejos are found everywhere – on churches, palaces, homes, restaurants, bars and even subway stations. They are not only used as an ornamental art form but also act as aContinue reading “Tonnes of tiles”
Malaga moments
After sating my need to snap mountains of fruit and veg we head into Malaga town to check out some sights. I’ve previously only seen Malaga cathedral from the outside but as the mum enjoys a good church potter we headed inside! Original plans would have seen the structure with two towers but funds ranContinue reading “Malaga moments”
Marvellous Malaga market
It feels only five minutes since we were last mooching around the colourful central market in Malaga but its actually been years! The time our apartment is literally around the corner so we can get up bright and early to check out this lively scene. No matter how many times I visit markets in EuropeContinue reading “Marvellous Malaga market”
Touristy Torremolinos
Heading back towards Malaga we stop off in the tourist mecca of Torremolinos to see what attracts so many people each year. Torremonlinos was the first Costa del Sol resort to be developed back in the early sixties when it was little more than a sleepy village. At the peak of its popularity in theContinue reading “Touristy Torremolinos”
Load of bull ..
This short post is dedicated to a thorny Spanish cultural issue – Bull fighting. I’ve always believed that part of visiting other counties is about appreciating the many varied parts of their culture and traditions. However there are always some difficulties for me when it comes to certain elements of societies that celebrate the unnecessaryContinue reading “Load of bull ..”
Splash of sunshine
As we travelled between Spanish cities through the open countryside we couldn’t help but notice the endless swathes of vivid sunflowers. As far as the eye can see these cheerful yellow flowers stretch to the horizons. It’s an incredible sight, bound to raise a smile in even the most world weary traveller.