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Taking your pets to Spain
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When you are considering buying a property in Spain, it’s a good idea to take your pet on a visit whilst you are viewing properties but the process of transporting your pets to and from Spain, either for short holiday or permanently can be a long and complex process, there are many things to consider and plan well in advance of your travel date.
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The Metro
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The metro is an underground railway system found in the major cities of Spain, such as, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Bilbao, with the new Seville Metro due to open soon. They offer the best way to get around these cities. Tickets are readily available and can be purchased from the ticket machines or ticket office at the various stations.
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Travelling by Bus in Spain
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If you are planning to get around Spain without a car, consider taking the bus, as Spain has one of the most highly-developed intercity bus networks in Europe. Apart from the new high-speed rail link from Madrid to Sevilla, most bus journeys take about the same time as trains, and some are even quicker. They are a lot more cost effective with the price of the fare being less than half that of the train.
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Travelling by Train
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There are many ways to travel around Spain, with travel links being some of the best in Europe. Travelling by train can be an enjoyable experience and can give you a great opportunity to relax and unwind. Whether you are planning a long distance trip, or a short trip Spain has 13,000km of train tracks covering the whole of the country.
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Spanish customs and culture
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Spain is one of the cultural centres of Europe with its various regions all being different to one another. It is a fascinating country both to visit and to live in.
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Backpacking on the Costa Blanca
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For those looking to do a little vacationing in Spain, it is recommended that you rejuvenate yourself with a 5 - 7 day backpacking trip through the Costa Blanca Mountain Way. With seventy miles to travel, it is an experience like none other.
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Boating around the Costa Blanca
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With its favourable climate and sparkling cobalt waters, the Costa Blanca has a great deal to offer the boating enthusiast. Whether you’re a complete novice looking to learn the skills required or a salty old seadog yearning to relax and explore the peaceful waters of the Mediterranean, Spain’s famed ‘White Coast’ has endless possibilities for both motor-boating and sailing.
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Javea, A Mediterranean Haven
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The coastal resort town of Javea (Xabia in the native Catalan language) lies on Spain’s South-East coast, amongst the sublime golden sands and sun-drenched sea of the Costa Blanca region. In the heart of the Mediterranean, under the shadow of Mount Montgo, Javea has been enticing holidaymakers from the cooler climes of Northern Europe for decades, and it’s not difficult to see why.
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Bullfighting in Spain
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The bull is a poignant symbol of Spain, and has been a significant part of Spanish culture since ancient times. Holding their origins in prehistoric bull worship, bullfighting and bull running are both world renowned and controversial, yet they remain an important aspect of Spanish culture and continue to attract flocks of tourists every year.
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Bull Running in Spain
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Bullrunning is another popular draw for foreign tourists and locals alike. The most famous of all these festivals, or fiestas, takes place in the northern city of Pamplona over a week in mid-July. Popularised by Ernest Hemingway, the San Fermin fiesta sees colossal fighting bulls let loose along a narrow street. Thrill-seeking runners run ahead of the bull, attempting to get as close as possible without getting gored by the horns.
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Cycling in the Costa Blanca
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If you’re looking to get away from the tiring grind of everyday life, choking car exhausts and noxious city fumes, a cycling break in the Costa Blanca could be just the thing to revitalise and rejuvenate you and your family. Here on the famed south-east coast of Spain you will find a great deal to offer, and a superb place to relax.
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Mountain Biking in the Costa Blanca
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Mountain biking in the Costa Blanca is an amazing experience at any time of the year, whether in the warm sunny splendour of summer or the cool refreshing climes later in the year.
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Bull Running on the Costa Blanca
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When most people think of bull running, the first word that comes to mind is ‘Pamplona’, accompanied by images of herds of bulls chasing young courageous tourists through narrow cobbled streets. But there is far more to this iconic image of Spanish culture than this. Elsewhere, on the Costa Blanca, bull running is just as popular, but takes on a slightly different flavour. The region has a long history with the tradition of bull running in Spain, and its subtle charms bewitch many a visitor.
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