Cartagena was one of the most important cities in Roman Spain. If you like history with your holiday, it's a great place for a city break.
Discovering Teruel – a gem of Aragón
Teruel is off the beaten track for most tourists heading south to the Mediterranean. But it's a lovely little city, well worth a stopover.
The water walk – La Ruta del Agua de Sella
Sella is where two mountain streams collide. When it's been raining heavily, the waterfalls are spectacular. But even in a drought, it's a cool walk!
Cool drinks for a hot Spanish summer
My favourite drinks to help you survive the heat of a Spanish summer! There's a lot more than just beer and sangria!
From mountains of salt to the mouth of the Vinalopó
A gentle stroll along the beach, sandwiched between the salt pans of Santa Pola and the sea, to the mouth of Alicante's river - el Rio Vinalopó
Birdwatching on the Costa Blanca – the wetland of El Hondo
The lagoons of El Hondo lie just behind the coast to the south of Alicante city. They're a haven for thousands of migrating birds. Take your binoculars and have your camera ready!
Exploring the castles of Alicante – la Ruta de los Castillos del Vinalopó
Alicante province has more castles than you can shake a stick at! Follow la Ruta de los Castillos del Vinalopó for some fascinating history and wonderful views.
Finding the source of Alicante’s river – the Rio Vinalopó
The Rio Vinalopó is Alicante's river. A walk through beautiful countryside takes you right to the source up in the mountains.
It’s winter! Time to eat calçots!
Calçots are kind of a cross between a leek and an onion - and they're a winter delicacy in Cataluña. But there's a real technique to eating them!
Exploring Murcia – my top ten places to see
Murcia used to be a sleepy backwater of a city. No longer. It's ideal for a short break or day trip.