Tag Archives: Family

El Molino – a fairytale cottage near the Cantabrian seaside

Posted on April 4, 2011 by admin

Stay in a fairytale former watermill, El Molino, with a bubbling trout stream running by in a beautiful, secluded spot surrounded by lush green fields and meadows, looking up to the magnificent mountain ridge standing majestically behind the traditional farming … Continue reading →

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Viva Viveiro and the Costa Lucense

Posted on March 23, 2011 by admin

The lovely old medieval town of Viveiro with its three impressive gateways leading into its narrow paved streets with quaint, old fashioned shops, hard to find in this modern world, may seem sleepy at first, but come at Carnival … Continue reading →

Posted in Coast, Galicia, Gastronomy, Special places | Tagged Atlantic, Beach, Family, Galicia, Gastronomy, Holidays, Seafood, Self-catering, Touring | Leave a comment

Fishing ports of western Asturias

Posted on March 10, 2011 by admin

The beautiful rugged coastline of Western Asturias, from Avilés to the Galician border, is nowadays famous for superb beaches but in medieval days, when the sea was a vital source of food rather than pleasure, a fine array of fishing … Continue reading →

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Beach days, Carnota

Posted on March 9, 2011 by admin

Everyone has their own idea of the perfect beach, be it a secret rocky cove or a bucket and spade stretch of sand. The stunningly beautiful bay of Carnota in Western Galicia has a … Continue reading →

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Captivating Comillas

Posted on March 8, 2011 by admin

Elegant and sophisticated yet above all friendly, lively and fun, Comillas has it all… With its naturally sheltered golden sandy beach, the finest collection of Catalan Modernist architecture outside of Barcelona and an atmospheric Old Town with boutique shops, bars … Continue reading →

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The road to Cucayo

Posted on March 7, 2011 by admin

From the Valley of Liebana up into the Picos mountains, breathtaking views all the way and no traffic – and there are a couple of nice bars at the top to rest your weary legs! Fantastic for cycling enthusiasts or … Continue reading →

Posted in Andy's rides & routes, Cantabria, Picos de Europa | Tagged Cantabria, Cycling, Family, Holidays, mountains, Picos de Europa, Self-catering, Villa | Leave a comment