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I am sure you have heard of this dish before, since it is one of the most famous ones the fabulous traditional Spanish cuisine can offer you. Its origin is in Andalusia, where this tasty vegetable soup can be enjoyed in its most authentic form. There is nothing better than a cold refreshing Gazpacho, when the Andalusian sun is burning and temperatures are high. Yes, you’ve hear right, this soup is usually served cold! I may sound strange to you, just as warm beer does to must people’s ears, but...

Does the siesta – an extensive lunch break - still exist in Spain? The short answer is yes, but with exeptions! Almost all local and smaller shops are closing in the afternoon. Normally between 14:00 and 16:00 o’clock, some even until 17:00. However things are changing and all big comercial chains open during these hours. Supermarkets like Alcampo, Mercadona, Carrefour etc. are opened every day from 9:00 – 21:30 (or even longer), with the only exception being Sunday. But no need to worry,because...

The Costa Tropical has a very enjoyable warm climate, one of the best in whole Europe. Nevertheless even here in this beautiful sunshine destination it can rain every once and a while. We want to guarantee you a great holiday experience even on a rainy day. For this matter we have the perfect day trip idea for you:   In the South of Andalusia we can find one of Spain’s most visited natural attractions for visitors from all over the world. This over 5 kilometers long cave system was discovered...

This part of the Andalusian coast is especially spectacular, because it combines mountain with ocean view, thanks to the proximity to the world famous Sierra Nevada mountain range. Within almost just a one hour drive visitors can enjoy hiking, skiing, cycling and relaxing beach holidays. Yes, you've heard right, skiing! In Southern Spain! The close-by Sierra Nevada is a popular snow-rich skiing destination with mountains of over 3000meter high. Mount Mulhacén being the highest with 3478 meters....