How to prepare your next international trip
During these cold winter days, are you dreaming of your next holiday? If the answer is “yes”, the good news is that you can start
Nine breathtaking UNESCO sites in Spain to start with
Spain has been a centre of Roman, Islamic, Christian and colonial empires which have turned the nation into open-air museum of wonders that move, inspire
This Andalucian hilltop town is officially the most tranquil destination in Europe
A PRETTY Andalucian hilltop town has won recognition as the ‘most tranquil’ destination in Europe. Visitors to sleepy Zahara de la Sierra, inland in the
Travel beyond the obvious attractions of Valencia city with homegrown agency tours
A NEW travel agency opening in Valencia is hoping to give travellers to the region unforgettable experiences. Beyond Valencia Trips is a new agency that
Ho Ho Merry Xmas! Special holiday offer from the Olive Press
Keep completely up to date with all the important news and stories in Gibraltar and Spain with our Special Xmas bundle for under a Euro
Front row seat to history: A tour of the Andalucian town of Ronda
BY the time of the collapse of the Arabic empire in 1485, Ronda had been entertaining foreign visitors for not far off 1500 years. One
GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT: Spain’s giant chocolate nativity scene and other Christmas traditions
WHEN it comes to nativity scenes, some of Spain’s look good enough to eat. In one case it is quite literally so. The town of
6 Reasons You Should Visit Barcelona in December 2022
Home to 9 UNESCO world heritage sites, Barcelona is a historically and culturally rich city. It’s known for its diverse offerings ranging from sporting activities,
Ronda: The Spanish town that sits up high in the mountains and will stay long in your memory
Perched atop steeping mountains and 2,460 feet above sea level, Ronda is tricky to get to but worth the effort for a trip you will
Six random places to visit in Andalucia bucket-list
Looking for surf, textiles or utopia? You’re in luck. If you find yourself in the region with nowhere particular to go, try these. Utopia: Marinaleda
Party Destinations You Will Love
If you’re looking for a party destination that will never disappoint, then you need to check out our travel guide! We have compiled a list
EXPANDING HORIZONS: Exploring the Azores is the ideal family break
THIS summer with our kids now a respectable age of 14 and 9 years old we decided it was high time to expand all of
Why walking the Camino is an experience you cannot miss
Medieval tracks, amazing historical sites, cultural experiences, one of the best gastronomies in the world, contact with nature, people from all around the globe and
Long-distance coach travel in Spain to be free of charge from 2023
SPAIN has just increased its free travel scheme to include long-distance coaches. As confirmed by the Minister of Transport, Mobility and the Urban Agenda, Raquel
BALCONY OF THE SERRANIA DE RONDA: Visit Gaucin in Spain’s Andalucia
IT’S called the balcony of the Serrania de Ronda and it’s not hard to see why. Perched high on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by breathtaking
Exploring Spain’s Andalucia from 5,000 years ago
WANT to get an idea what life was like in Andalucia 5,000 years ago? At the Algaba education centre just outside Ronda, you have the
Granada Number One: Three Andalucian cities in Spain in top ten cheapest getaway destinations in Europe
For those who are struggling to figure out how they can still squeeze in that dash to New York or Bali to hard-pressed budgets, it
Lift off for Richard Branson’s new exclusive Son Bunyola Estate hotel in Mallorca
New photos have revealed the stunning inside of a British billionaire’s new swanky hotel in Mallorca. Richard Branson’s new hotel at a UNESCO world heritage
All roads lead to Rome in Merida, one of Spain’s best kept travel secrets
THE city of Merida boasts the best-preserved Roman ruins outside Italy, and without the crowds. Founded in 25BC, Augusta Emerita as the city was then
Travel Spain: How the pandemic saw Madrid transform into a luxury tourism destination
As travel reawakens in the post-lockdown world, Spain’s capital has repositioned itself to attract the big spenders
New aircraft could take taxi travel to the skies in Spain in five years
A new technology that could take taxi travel to the skies in just five years time has been trialed in Spain, and technicians say it
Childhood inspiration: On the trail of the young Pablo Picasso through Spain
AS we approach the 50th anniversary of the death of Pablo Picasso – a series of events are planned for 2023 – it is true
Spain’s Costa del Sol hotels will soon get their own electric car chargers thanks to EU cash
HOTELS along the Costa del Sol will soon be able to recharge electric vehicles as part of a central government initiative. The Malaga-based company Activicar
Top of the Chefs: The 20 chart-topping Spaniards making it on to the world’s Top 100 chefs list
SPANISH cuisine is up there with the best in the world and is starting to dominate the charts. Madrid has just hosted a global gathering
Playa Flamenca: a charming seafront oasis in Spain’s Orihuela Costa
BASED around two small and beautiful beach coves, Playa Flamenca is a popular urbanization in Alicante region’s Orihuela Costa – part of the sunny Valencian
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Michelle Obama spent a day in Ronda on her visit to Spain in 2010, and Olive Press editor Jon Clarke followed in her footsteps
Jon Clarke follows in the footsteps of Michelle Obama... and the Moors and the Romans through historic Ronda