A blog post I’ve been meaning to write for ages is about the fantastic city of Lorca. We visited last Christmas (yep I know that was 8 months ago!) and really enjoyed our stay there. Below I’ll share some things to do in Lorca, places you must see, as well as where to stay. So…
We moved to Spain as a family in 2019 and can definitely say that family life is better in Spain than in the UK! Spain has so much to offer, from amazing year round weather and beautiful beaches to community events and a much more relaxed lifestyle. Here are just a few of the reasons…
Spain is an amazing country, there’s lots of culture and history to learn about, beautiful scenery, great food and of course fantastic weather. So it’s no surprise that, like us, many people dream of moving here permanently. We regularly receive messages on social media from families in the UK (and US) looking to make the…
It’s that time of the year again on the Costa Blanca – the Moors and Christians fiestas, or Moros y Cristianos in Spanish. These are some of our favourite Spanish fiestas and are always well worth a watch. Wherever you are on the Costa Blanca, you will no doubt see Moors and Christians parades advertised…
There are so many amazing places to visit in Spain, and if you’re lucky enough to based in Alicante, whether permanently or on holiday, there are plenty of fantastic destinations within a three-hour drive. To give you some inspiration for your next trip we’ve listed below some of the best places near Alicante o visit…
We’ve recently had 2 separate people contact us through the blog and social media asking if we know anything about foreigners getting married in Spain. It’s not something we have personal experience of, so we pointed them both towards some official resources. However, I did some reading up on the subject and it seems like…
Villajoyosa is one of our favourite towns on the Costa Blanca, and definitely a must visit if you are in the area. Famous for its colourful houses and seafront location, Villajoyosa (or La Vila Joiosa in Valencian) is a lovely place to spend the day. From the beautiful beaches to the museums and narrow streets,…
If you follow us over on Instagram you’ll know that we love taking photos! The Costa Blanca is such beautiful part of the world, and with its picturesque beaches, charming towns and villages, and stunning natural landscapes it’s an easy place to take great photos of. Whether you’re also an avid Instagram user or simply enjoy…
The Costa Blanca is a great place for families, both to live as well as to visit on holiday. If you are looking for things to do with children on the Costa Blanca, a day out at an amusement park is a good choice. Here are some of the best amusement parks on the Costa…
We recently shared some photos on social media of some beautiful blossom we found and we had a lot of people asking where to find it. We struggled a lit bit ourselves as we knew the rough location but didn’t really know where we were going. Eventually we found a great spot, surrounded by bright…
