It is hardly possible to think of Barcelona without images of Antoni Gaudi’s spectacular architecture springing to mind. This proud Catalan has managed to provide a visual focus for a city that could, in the first place, never have been accused of lacking beauty or character.
Continue reading…Barcelona’s favourite son set for beatification?…
Off anywhere beyond the usual radius of a road trip, and you’ll know the score. Turn up at the airport three hours early, hope your ticketless pre-booked flight actually features on the computer at the check-in counter, fret in case your luggage is too heavy, too big or contains anything remotely liquid – and then settle in for some fun queuing followed by the stylish spectacle that is the security check. Whip off your belt, take off your shoes, your watch, your jacket, then get shouted at for forgetting to also remove your mobile phone whilst simultaneously being frisked and told to get all that gear back on your person in under a minute.
Continue reading…A flight of fancy?…
The development of the internet has had a profound effect on almost all of us, with search engines such as Google and Yahoo allowing us instantly to access information on any topic that captures our imagination, however obscure.
While this has undoubtedly helped to make the lives of individuals more interesting, the changes wrought by constant connection to the World Wide Web have had an even more profound effect on companies’ marketing strategies.
Continue reading…Rimontgó’s Top Ten blogs make interesting reading…
As residents will no doubt agree, there is always something interesting happening in Javea. With so many chances throughout the year to enjoy all the usual outdoor activities like sailing and hiking in the beautiful surroundings of the Montgó National Park, there need never be a dull moment.
However, during the shorter days of November many Javea citizens prefer to turn their thoughts to indoor pursuits. Fortunately there is more than enough to occupy all members of the family this month.
Continue reading…Javea enjoys a cultural November…
When visiting Valencia it’s impossible not to notice the huge paella dishes occupying pride of place on a myriad restaurant tables. This popular valenciano dish is a particular lunchtime favourite with Spanish locals, although those who are serious about their paella like to impose their own quality control, purchasing ingredients at Valencia’s bustling Mercado Central and taking them home to be cooked in the well seasoned family paella pan.
Continue reading…The best of paella, Valencia style…
We scour the city and surroundings of Valencia looking for exciting things to report on, research topics, interview people and immerse ourselves in the local life and rhythm, but when we chanced upon two young English girls who live and work in Valencia, we just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to ask them about their impressions…
Continue reading…Impressions of Valencia…
There was a time when Valencia was linked to the Silk Route. Back in the early middle ages, when it was part of Moorish Spain, the city was an important transhipment point into which silk and other treasures from the East were imported and re-exported to markets across Northern Europe. This trade brought great wealth to the Mediterranean port city, a boon further bolstered by the fact that many of the raw materials brought here spawned an industry of craftsmen, jewellers and tailors whose products sold far and wide.
Continue reading…Treasures from the East…
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