Andalusia

Holidays – Unknown The autonomous community of lies in the far south of Spain and is a perfect destination for your next lakes and mountains holiday. is of course more famous for the beaches of the Costa del Sol, however if one ventures a little further north from the beaten track you will discover a land of culture, of tradition and of tranquillity that most never knew existed. The airports best situated for lakes and mountains holidays are those of Malaga for the province’s Lake District, and Federico Garcia Lorca airport in Granada for the Sierra Nevada region.  Holidays in – Discover Spain’s own lake district A perfect place for your next lakes and mountains holiday, Spain’s Lake District is relatively unknown in terms of tourism. Three man-made turquoise lakes are yours to be discovered, bordered by sleepy Spanish towns steeped in history. Although the area feels a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the Costa del Sol, in fact it is a mere one hour drive from Malaga airport, perfect for that romantic weekend getaway. Accommodation in the area varies from tranquil rural retreats to hotels and camping, meaning there is something for every budget and taste.  Holidays – Explore the Sierra NevadaThe stunning Moorish city of Granada is the gateway Sierra Nevada mountain range. A must-see area during your n mountain holiday, this is truly an area of outstanding natural beauty. Designated a national park, the area stretches from the provinces of Granada to Almeria and contains continental Spain’s highest mountain, Mulhacen. During the winter, the Sierra Nevada is home to the regions winter sports and the resorts support ski runs for every level of participant. Within the Sierra Nevada is a region known as the Alpujarras. This beautiful region consists of white-washed villages, sheltered valleys and green terraced fields. During the summer the area is perfect for hiking and mountain biking, or for simply discovering the culture of these high mountain villages which were the last refuges of Moorish Spain before the Reconquista of the Catholic kings. Take the time to discover the other side of and you’re sure to be pleasantly surprised on your next cheap holiday to Spain.