On Wednesday of this week, Soph and I were in the area and decided to call into The Orange Bar, which we see posting quite often on social media. We’ve never called in here before as it’s rare we are actually on Vistabella Golf, so it was nice to visit...
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Friday, November 28, 2025
Bcn To Valencia Train: Sun, Sea, and Rail Speed
The Barcelona, or to shorten it to Bcn to Valencia train offers that rarest of travel experiences—a journey that’s actually more pleasant than the destinations it connects, which is saying something when we’re talking about two of Spain’s most captivating Mediterranean cities. While back home we’re celebrating if a train...
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Great Service From Cepsa Redgas Almoradi
This is a great company, Redgas Almoradi who came and replaced our 18 year old boiler that packed up on us. It’s the end of November, still warm enough to sit outdoors in shorts in the direct sunshine during the day, but evenings are much cooler. The nights are cold, so...
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Monday, November 24, 2025
Bella’s Coffee Lounge Quesada – WOW!
Saturday saw us try out Bella’s Coffee Lounge in Quesada. Soph had told me about this place, she said I’d probably like it and she wasn’t wrong. If you’re wanting a relaxed atmosphere, great coffee, and excellent cakes, this is a place to consider, for sure. What We Had I...
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Sunday, November 23, 2025
Great Fish & Chips At Tuck In Chippy
We went back for fish & chips at Tuck In Chippy over at Montebello on Friday. We’d been out and about, as you do, we were at the roundabout coming from Los Montesinos and instead of taking the first exit to the AP-7 I headed towards Montebello. As a Northerner...
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Ice Queen Guardamar Breakfast: Yummy!
We had breakfast down at Ice Queen Guardamar today. Last year we visited their Playa Flamenca location around the time we booked our lunch visit for Fetta Nera, but just called in for a drink back then.Anyhow, fast forward to a couple of weeks ago, Soph browsing on Facebook and...
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Friday, November 21, 2025
Best Place To Stay In Gran Canaria Spain
Looking for the best place to stay in Gran Canaria Spain? Good shout — this Canary Island gem offers everything from Sahara-style sand dunes to misty mountains, surf towns to shopping strips. It’s got the weather, the welcome, and wildly different vibes depending on where you base yourself. Whether you’re...
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Dinner At Bojangles Bistro
We went to Bojangles Bistro on El Raso for an evening out. We’d seen their advertising on social media and so we added this to our list and finally it was time for a visit. Be aware, this is not that easy to find, if you don’t know the El...
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Monday, November 17, 2025
The Emergency V16 Beacon What You Actually Need to Know
Starting January 2026, those trusty old warning triangles that have been cluttering up Spanish car boots for decades are officially getting the boot. Enter the new kid on the block: the connected V16 emergency beacon. And before you roll your eyes at yet another bit of Spanish bureaucracy, this one...
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Sunday, November 16, 2025
Harrys Bar Quesada Nice Indian Buffet
We’d seen Harrys Bar Quesada advertise their Indian buffet evening a few times in the past, so we decided to give it a try. I do like Indian food, in fact, I like all types of curries. What We Had We both had a soft drink, and Coke Zero was...
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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Snorkelling Costa Brava – A Coastal Adventure Awaits
Embark on an incredible snorkelling Costa Brava adventure with our guide featuring top snorkelling locations, ideal visiting seasons, spectacular marine life, and essential tips for exploring Spain’s Mediterranean coast.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Lakes of Spain: Complete Guide to Natural Beauty & Hidden Gems
There’s something magical about stumbling upon a pristine lake nestled in the Spanish mountains or discovering a pink-hued lagoon shimmering under the Andalusian sun. After years of exploring this incredible country, I’ve learned that Spain’s lakes are among its best-kept secrets – and trust me, they deserve way more attention...
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Sunday, November 9, 2025
The Ultimate 10 Day Trip To Spain Itinerary
Planning your dream Spanish escape but feeling overwhelmed by the endless possibilities? I’ve spent years exploring Spain’s cobbled streets, sun-drenched plazas and mouthwatering tapas bars, and I’m here to share the perfect 10 day trip to Spain itinerary that balances iconic sights with hidden gems. Spain isn’t just a destination;...
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Friday, November 7, 2025
Makai Cafe La Zenia WOW!!
After having this place suggested to us as one we should visit, we finally got to Makai Cafe La Zenia today.So after doing the bits and pieces we needed to do, we put their address into our trusty satnav and set off. If you’re in a car, I’d say car...
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A Nice Bombay Catral Return Visit
As promised here, we returned to the Bombay for another curry. But did our Bombay Catral return visit live up to expectations?This time there were three of us, as we’d taken Sophs mum with us. We hadn’t booked, we just turned up and there were 3 other tables on the...
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Thursday, November 6, 2025
Where To Stay In Ibiza Spain
Wondering where to stay in Ibiza Spain? You’re not alone. Ibiza might be best known for its all-night raves and celebrity-studded beach clubs, but there’s far more to this island than just neon lights and DJs. It’s also home to tranquil villages, pine-scented coves, hippie hideaways, scuba diving, snorkelling, and...
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Velolaser Speed Radar: Ultimate Guide to Spain’s Most Advanced Traffic Enforcement Technology
What is Velolaser Speed Radar Technology Right, let me tell you about the Velolaser speed radar – and trust me, I’ve got personal experience with this sneaky little device after getting nicked by one just last week on the CV-905 near Torrevieja. These portable speed radar units are revolutionising how...
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Bargain Loving Brits In The Sun: The Benidorm Miracles Edition
Right, welcome back to Benidorm, the spiritual home of the neon vest, the €2 pint, and medical marvels that would baffle science. Narrator: ...
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You must visit Pedro’s Bar and Cafeteria in Rojales for several reasons which I’ll explain in this write up. Soph had mentioned in passing s...