Located halfway between the Bay of Bourgneuf and the Loire estuary, Préfailles benefits from an exceptional openness to the ocean. The town offers 10 km of rugged, sheltered coastline dotted with coves and family-friendly beaches. Widely known since the second half of the 19th century for the healing virtues of its thermal waters and the benefits of sea bathing, Préfailles […]
La Tranche-sur-Mer is a destination on the Vendée coast, famous for its long, fine sandy beaches and numerous water activities. Nicknamed “Little California,” it offers breathtaking views off the Île de Ré. Where to stay We stayed at Camping Le Grand Pré (46.357101, -1.44577 long, lat) for between €23 and €25 per day all-inclusive. It’s about a 10-minute bike ride […]
Aranda de Duero is the capital of the Ribera del Duero region, in the south of the province of Burgos. It is also the main destination on the Ribera del Duero Wine Route. Its wines are excellent, and its underground wineries are among the town’s main attractions. Dating from the 13th to the 18th centuries, there are approximately 7 kilometres […]
The San Bernabé Fair is the city’s most important annual festival in honour of its patron saint, Saint Bernabé. The fair begins with the traditional Romería de San Bernabé, which features locals dressed in traditional attire, parading through the streets with music and floral offerings, setting a joyful tone for the following week. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, […]
Rincón de la Victoria is a municipality on the Costa del Sol with nine kilometers of beaches, a wide range of tourist attractions, sensational cuisine, and a fascinating cultural heritage such as the Bezmiliana Fort House, built in 1766, and the Treasure Cave, the only marine cave that can be visited in all of Europe. What to see We parked […]
Fuengirola is a city on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain, known for its sandy beaches. South of the city centre, the medieval Moorish castle of Sohail rises above the coast and hosts concerts, festivals, and a medieval market in the summer. We went to Fuengirola to have lunch with Joy and Sham, some of Ben’s friends, and we […]
This small town, bisected by the Genil River, is located on the western edge of Granada and served as a defensive centre under the Moors. The remains of walls and a tower from the old Islamic Alcazaba show its military importance as a Moorish fortress. Where to stay We stayed in the municipal RV park (37.171052, -4.156104 lat, long), which […]
Lorca is known as the “Baroque city” for the Baroque monuments found in its historic centre. Particularly noteworthy are the Baroque palaces and stately homes, such as the Guevara Palace, the Palace of the Counts of San Julián, and the Mula House. Declared a historic-artistic site in 1964, it houses churches and convents from different periods and styles; the Fortress, […]
Murcia is a university city in the southeast of Spain and the capital of the Autonomous Community, also called Murcia. The Cardenal Belluga Square is the city’s architectural jewel, where the cathedral, with its mix of styles ranging from Gothic to Baroque, and the 18th-century Episcopal Palace contrast notably with the modern City Hall of the 1990s. Where to stay […]
Castellón de la Plana, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea in the province of Valencia, is packed with fascinating places. It is a great city to try Valencian cuisine, soak up the culture, and visit fantastic beaches in Costa Azahar. Where to stay We stayed in a paid caravan park (9.98051, -0.06513 long, lat), opposite a huge shopping centre with a supermarket […]
