Verdiales is an ancient music festival with its origin in the inland of Andalusia, in the regions of Axarquía, Valle de Guadalhorce and Montes de Málaga. Maybe not well known, but if you are in the area absolutely a must-see. Ermita de las Tres Cruces We don’t have to go far for this ancient festival.…

Did you know Andalusia has child-friendly villages? They are not only fun for children, but also for adults. When I was a child, I have visited many villages with my parents. Especially during the holidays, we would always visit some photogenic villages. A visit to the local church was not to be missed. What a…

Málaga is an amazing city with lots of options for a day visit or a few days. In this blog, we give you some of our highlights of the city. From the origin, Málaga is a harbour city. From what we have heard from others, it wasn’t a beautiful city twenty years ago. But nowadays…

Mijas Pueblo is one of the many beautiful whitewashed mountain villages of Andalusia. Situated above the busy Costa del Sol. The village has many narrow streets with coloured flower pots hanging on the whitewashed walls of the houses. But did you know, it has also some fabulous walking trails? For some, the village is too…

Granada is often mentioned together with Córdoba, Sevilla and Málaga, the beautiful cultural cities of Andalusia. Each city has its own highlight. The Alhambra an imposing complex dating back to the Moorish time is the one for Granada. Many guests at Finca Las Nuevas take a day trip to the city of Granada, which is…

The best time to visit Andalusia depends on the activities you are planning to do or do not want to do. In this blog, you can read more about the weather in southern Spain. What is the temperature in Andalusia in…? At Finca Las Nuevas we often get questions regarding the weather. In summer guests…

Sangría, a delicious Spanish summer drink  Sangría, with the emphasis on the ‘i’, is for many a well-known drink. A Spanish sparkling summer drink that you finish before you even know it. We have enjoyed quite a few Sangrías here in Spain and to be honest with many different tastes. One of the best we…

Yoga is a good way to relax. It is even better in nature. Why not join us for a Yoga retreat in Andalusia the second weekend in June. A full weekend of wellness, Hatha, vinyasa and yin yoga, breathwork, meditation, accompanied by live music from a local guitarist Chris. You’ll be in great company with…

Drawing and painting in Andalusia are fantastic. The area has a wide variety of landscapes. From endless sandy beaches to picturesque villages and from rolling hills with almond and olive trees to rough rocks. At Finca Las Nuevas you can unwind. Nothing has to be done, everything is possible. You can easily adapt to the…

Flamingo watching is a special day out in Andalusia. In the inland near Fuente de Piedra, an hour drive of Finca Las Nuevas, you can watch these impressive birds. On our website you can read more about this beautiful area with visitors centre. Here you can already have a glimpse of this nice spot.

There is a huge variety of Spanish dishes and they are loved by many. The Mediterranean kitchen is well known for its healthy food. Though we are making a little sidestep to the Northwest of Spain and to a sweet treat. At our little mountain grow many almond trees. Last year we have harvested the…

Walking in the Sierra de Las Nieves is beautiful. From our garden, you have fantastic views of the mountains of this national park. The park offers many beautiful walking trails, Here you will get an impression of the trail we did near Yunquera. You can read more about the route in our free walking trail…

Walking in Andalusia is perfect. Would you like to know why? Read all about it in this blog. We’ll give you 5 reasons why you should go to Andalusia for a walking holiday. We’ll also share 10 of our hikes in the Málaga area with you.  The 5 best reasons for a walking holiday in…

A cheap holiday is what a lot of people are looking for. The year of Corona has brought many changes, lost of job or income. An escape to the sun would be fantastic right now. The good thing is, a holiday to Andalusia does not need to be expensive! Below you can find seven tips…

Everyone knows the Spanish tapas. The little snacks on beautiful platters or in colourful cups that you share with others. A fun way of having a meal and especially handy for people, like myself, who can’t choose and want to try it all. It’s quite common to make a decent meal from tapas. But in…

win a 7-day stay at Finca Las Nuevas The game is finished. So many of you have joined, but there could only be one winner. We have just announced the winner. Bart van Gorp has won a 7-days stay at Casa Maria. Congratulations! We were longing for some positivity and fun. We needed some other…

Culture in Andalusia Culture and nature go hand in hand in Andalusia. Ideal for whom are looking for a lovely holiday destination. The area has a rich history and a lively culture which provides everyone with something of their choice. Whitewashed mountain villages Well known are the Andalusian whitewashed mountain villages. The small alleys with…