Let’s talk about Gandia – and I mean properly talk about it, not just the usual tourist blurb you’ll find plastered all over the travel websites. This Valencia province gem has been flying under the radar for years, mainly because the Spanish (particularly the Madrileños) have been keeping it as...
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Camping Jerez de la Frontera Practical Guide
Right Steve here, talking today about camping Jerez de la Frontera – and trust me, this is one of those Spanish gems that most tourists completely miss while they’re all piling into Seville or Granada like lemmings. Which is brilliant news for us, because it means more space, better prices,...
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source https://daveinspain.com/camping-jerez-de-la-frontera-practical-guide/
Monday, July 7, 2025
The Delightful Café el Badulake Algorfa
We popped into Algorfa today, the farmacia on the main road was showing it was 40c as we drove past. I walked up to Café el Badulake in the square, next to the town hall, while Soph did a couple of chores in the town. This was one of the...
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source https://daveinspain.com/the-delightful-cafe-el-badulake-algorfa/
Exploring Spain by Region: Catalonia, Andalusia, Madrid & More
Spain isn’t just one destination — it’s a patchwork of distinct regions, each with its own culture, cuisine, landscapes, and rhythm of life. From the modernist marvels of Catalonia to the flamenco heart of Andalusia, and the lively streets of Madrid to the green hills of the north, Spain invites...
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source https://daveinspain.com/exploring-spain-by-region-catalonia-andalusia-madrid-more/
Top Tips About Rental Cars In Valencia Spain
Let’s look at, Valencia…Spain’s third-largest city, home to paella, modern art, and drivers who think roundabouts are optional obstacle courses. If you’re sat Googling “rental cars in Valencia Spain“, dreaming of scenic coastal drives and spontaneous countryside road trips… allow me to burst your bubble (just a little) with some...
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source https://daveinspain.com/top-tips-about-rental-cars-in-valencia-spain/
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Mar de Cristal: Ultimate Guide to Spain’s Sea of Glass
Why Mar de Cristal Should Be on Your Radar in 2025 If you’ve spent any time trawling the map of Spain looking for that perfect balance of laid-back living, year-round sunshine, and affordable property prices, there’s a fair chance Mar de Cristal has popped up on your radar. Tucked away...
source https://daveinspain.com/mar-de-cristal-ultimate-guide-to-spains-sea-of-glass/
source https://daveinspain.com/mar-de-cristal-ultimate-guide-to-spains-sea-of-glass/
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Havana Ole Tapas & Drinks In Catral
It was a lovely Saturday, just gone noon, and we decided to try out some Havana Ole Tapas, washed down with a drink or two. We haven’t been since they extended the outdoor seating area. There’s plenty of outdoor seating to watch the world go by, and the odd boy...
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source https://daveinspain.com/havana-ole-tapas-drinks-in-catral/
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International Tapas Day Torrevieja 2026
International Tapas Day Torrevieja 2026 – €3.50 Tapas & Drinks Fancy spending a Saturday wandering around Torrevieja eating tapas and ha...
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Semana Santa 2026 (Holy Week) in Spain will be observed from Sunday, 29 March to Sunday, 5 April 2026. This period commemorates the Passion,...
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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...
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Here’s a question I get from people visiting Spain with some regularity, and one I’ve asked myself more than once while standing outside som...