How to learn Spanish quickly and easily
Spanish is a very useful language to learn as it is the world’s second most widely-spoken language. Outside of the popular coastal tourist resorts a basic…
Don’t stay in a hotel – rent a villa!
“Renting a villa is a brilliant alternative to staying in a hotel, especially if there are a few of you. There are many plus-points to consider.” Mark Eastwood of Costa Blanca Uncovered.com looks at the benefits of choosing a villa rather than a hotel as a temporary base in Spain.
Feria at Sierra de Yeguas
“It is different from the usual fiesta arrangements we have suffered (sorry, enjoyed) as they have yet another ‘tradition’… that of the water fight! No respect is given to dress, age, sex or infirmity. EVERY person gets wet (and I mean WET!).” Bob Fretwell throws himself into the celebrations at his new home town’s annual fiesta.
What made me up sticks?
What made me uproot my young family, say goodbye to friends, close my business and move to Spain? At least once a day I wonder how…
Why property prices in Spain have gone through the roof
Some of the main reasons prices in Spain and in particular on the Costa Blanca have gone so crazy (generally acknowledged as doubling in the last…
Essential tips on renting a villa in Spain
“A villa conjures up visions of luxury but the truth is that many villas are old and in need of updating. You can go from cheap and cheerful villa hire to a villa that would cost thousands a week and appeal to pop stars or movie stars.” Mark Eastwood of CostaBlancaUncovered.com helps you choose the right holiday villa to rent.