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Croquetas are one of the most prized culinary gems of Spanish cuisine. With their crunchy exterior and soft, creamy interior, these little delicacies are a delight to the palate and are enjoyed all over the country, from local bars to fine dining restaurants.The base of the croquetas is a soft, creamy dough made with a mixture of flour, milk and butter, known as bechamel. This mixture is combined with the desired filling and moulded into cylinders or balls before being coated in beaten egg and breadcrumbs...

If you're looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature on the Costa Tropical, you can't miss the Charca de Suárez in Motril. This natural oasis is one of the most impressive places in the area and an excellent choice for those seeking a peaceful and relaxing experience.The Charca de Suárez is a natural pond surrounded by vegetation and located in the Sierra de Lújar. This place is a refuge for many species of birds, mammals, and reptiles,...

Spain is a popular tourist destination for several reasons, including:Rich cultural heritage: Spain has a rich history and culture, with many famous landmarks and buildings such as the Alhambra in Granada, the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, and the Park Guell in Barcelona.Beautiful beaches: Spain has a long coastline with many beautiful beaches, such as those in the Costa del Sol and the Canary Islands, which are popular with tourists looking for sun, sand and sea.Delicious food: Spain is renowned...

Scenic beauty: The Costa Tropical is known for its picturesque landscapes, with lush green hills, rocky cliffs, and sandy beaches. The region is also home to beautiful natural parks and reserves, such as the Parque Natural de Sierra de Almijara and the Parque Natural de Sierra Nevada.Relaxation: The Costa Tropical is a perfect destination for those looking for a relaxing holiday. The region is home to many charming towns and villages, such as Salobrena, Almuñécar, and Nerja, where you can enjoy...

Feliz Navidad y Prospero año nuevo.Desde el equipo de Grandes Villas, os deseamos una feliz Navidad y una feliz entrada de año 2023.Sabemos que no estamos pasando tiempos fáciles, pero os agradecemos la seguridad depositada en nosotros.Esperemos, que este año 2023 sea mejor y que vayamos dejando de lado los problemas. Solo queda decir de nuestra parte que muchas gracias.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.From the Grandes Villas team, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2022.We...

The Costa Tropical is well-known for its beautiful and pleasant beaches. Today we write about Calahonda, a little village which depends on Motril, that is famous for Spanish tourism because of its beaches and its quality conditions. Located between impressive rocky cliffs, this small fishing village it's a perfect recommendation for our guests: it has many restaurants with fresh seafood, beautiful views from its cliffs, a maintaned and surprising sea floor (Calahonda in Spanish means deep cove), a...

Dear guests, we think it's important to talk about this topic, because of the last news we have in Europe related to the energy saving measures and the climate change. It's important to remark that this summer is hotter and drier than years ago and maybe this will be the tendency in the next years. For you maybe it's nice because the weather is really hot and sunny, but for the maintenance of the area it can be problematic. Well then, we consider that it can be interesting to show you some easy ways...

Dear guests, today we offer you an unique experience here in Europe: the possibility to see how it worked one of the last and unique sugar cane factories in Europe. In this museum you will discover the manufacturing and commercialisation sugar processes between the 13th and 18th centuries in Spain. This museum offers an educational tour through nearly one thousand years of sugar cane culture, what will let you understand the history of the tropical coast of Granada. In addition to this, it preserves...

Dear guests,In this post we are going to the capital of our province, Granada, exactly to Sierra Nevada.Sierra Nevada is one of the places you have to visit if you go to Granada. In this post we are going to talk about the ski resort of Sierra Nevada, because if you visit one of our houses you have to visit it. The ski resort of Sierra Nevada is located on one of the highest peaks in Spain, the Veleta peak at 3396 metres above sea level. Still in Sierra Nevada there is another higher peak, the...

Plácido DomingoThe next 26th of March will be the concert of Placido Domingo in Motril. The town is only 15 minutes away from Salobreña.The performance will be in the Plaza de Toros, which will be accompanied by the Orquesta Filarmónica de Málaga and the soprano Mariola Cantero from Granada.This performance is to commemorate the 140th anniversary of the Teatro Calderón de la Barca in the city of Motril.The concert will take place in the Plaza de Toros de Motril as the number of attendees can...

Querido huésped,  si eres un apasionado del senderismo, este post va dedicado para ti.Nos movemos al pueblo de Mijas, está situado en la provincia de Málaga. Entre los municipios de Torremolinos y Fuengirola. En este pueblo se encuentra la ruta de los Duendes. Es una ruta corta y con unas vistas magnificas. Donde puedes ver el mar desde las alturas. Lo que más destaca del sendero son las figuras de gnomos que te vas encontrando. Se pueden hacer varias rutas, pero si quiere ver las figura...

En los últimos años la demanda de las frutas tropicales en nuestra comarca se ha incrementado en unos porcentajes muy grandes. Málaga y Granada se han convertido en uno de los suministradores por excelencia de todo el mundo debido a sus ventajas competitivas, el cual ofrece una mejor calidad que las frutas tropicales que provienen de Sudamérica. Hasta hace 50 años el cultivo de caña de azúcar era el predominante en Granada y la costa malagueña. Las últimas fábricas de la caña de azúcar...