Andalusia identifies Spain’s most southern region – a vast tranche of land sweeping from the Sierras in the North to the long ribbons of sand that skirt both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean – and includes the great cities of Seville, Cordaba and Granada (Alhambra).  Many visitors travel to Andalusia to enjoy the costas, others to explore the pueblos blancos and others to ski in the Sierra Nevada or walk/ride in the Alpujarras.

The Andalusian coastline is flat (700 kilometres) and often backed by pretty mountain ranges.  Malaga is the transport hub of the Costa del Sol and provides excellent transport links between major towns and cities.  The sunshine record is excellent – you can expect hot and dry weather in the summer and warm, sunny days in winter. Many towns stage colourful carnivals throughout the year whereby a merry atmosphere can be had by all.  Bull fights and bull runs are held in some parts of Andalusia.

The Sierra Almijara mountain range shelters Nerja from adverse winter weather and at the same time provides a breathtaking backdrop to the whitewashed red roofed villas. Nerja is only 45 minutes away from Malaga airport and only 90 minutes from one of Spain's most popular skiing resorts; the Sierra Nevada.

Ronda is a town of Roman origin, built on an isolated ridge, split in half by a river gorge 130 metres deep and spanned by three bridges. Approaching Ronda from the South, you drive through the old town first ('Barrio de la Ciudad') and travel across the Rio Guadalevin into the more modern 'Mercadillo' area where you will find the bullring ('Plaza del Toro'). You will find many places of interest in Ronda; palaces, bridges, cathedral church of 'Santa Maria la Mayor' and fine views over the 'Tajo Gorge' and the Valley.

Antequera (57 km N of Malaga), called 'Antikaria' by the Romans, with its' baroque churches, prehistoric dolmens considered to be among the most important in Spain and a small museum with a number of prehistoric and Roman finds.

El Torcal is a National Park 15 km S of Antequera.

Mijas (6 km N of Fuengirola) is the most visited of the 'pueblos blancos' (white villages). Backed by mountains with wonderful views of the coast, steep narrow streets lead to the small bullring.

West of Malaga, you can also visit Marbella, Puerto Banus, Estepona and Gibraltar.

Granada is framed by a backdrop of the snow-covered peaks of the Sierra Nevada, Granada lies on and around three low hills, one of which is the Alhambra Hill. The complex of buildings that makes up the Alhambra is the best-known of Granada's - and indeed Andalusia's - sights. On approaching Granada you can see the Alhambra dominating the skyline. The layout is complex and consists of the famous Court of the Lions, Hall of the Kings, Hall of the Stalactites, Court of the Myrtles, Hall of the Two Sisters and your ticket also includes entry into Carlos V's Palace. South of Granada: The Sierra Nevada is best known for its' ski resort (Sol y Nieve). The skiing is on open slopes best suited to beginners or intermediate skiers.

Seville is wonderful at any time of the year but particularly in the Spring (Holy Week - Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday).  Try to stay in the Alfonso XIII - probably the most exotic hotel in Spain evoking Moorish opulence of old.  Built to accommodate visiting royalty, it took its inspiration from the local architecture to create an exuberant Spanish palace around a central patio.  Wonderful central location between the Alcazar and the cathedral; the City's must-see landmarks. Tapas are believed to have originated in Seville and the deliciously authentic tradition remains strong here.  The tapas are paired up with the region's famous fortified wines and sherries from nearby Jerez. If you cannot be in Seville for Holy Week try the FERIA DE ABRIL which starts two weeks after Easter - starts on a Tuesday and lasts for six days.