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Real Name: Barbara
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Wild beaches and a desert in Spain

by ranger49 - last update: Jun 27, 2009

Six Weeks in Almeria

We liked what we saw of Almeria on a brief visit long ago, particularly the wild rugged and scorched landscape, astonishing coast line and unpoilt, white villages - all nestled some distance inland from the coast.

At first, seen on a grey day, I thought it would be an unattractive place to stay for too long but seen later - on the same day - under a blue sky, the beauty of the desert colours and sense of wilderness left a lasting impression.

We also knew that the climate in this area which has the only semi-desert in Europe would make a good choice for a longer winter visit should the opportunity arise.

So when one of our children sold his house, then learned the new house under construction would not after all be ready for 8 more weeks the question of where they would live for two months with 2 children under 3 years arose.
The solution was obvious we were by then retired so would move out and they could take over our house while we went to Spain.

We found a house to rent in Mojacar for what was to be both the best and the worst holiday we ever had.

The worst part was nothing to do with Spain or anything Spanish. Looking back on it now we can laugh - perhaps one day I'll do an album or Travelogue.

Garrucha

Mojacar

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Comments for ranger49 about Almería
Aitana Sun Jul 12, 2009 10:53 UTC
 Hi Barbara, nice photos of the desert, I also enjoyed it! Where are you planning to go this summer? We're going to london in August.
Bwana_Brown Sun Apr 5, 2009 23:55 UTC
 I'd say your Spain memories are still quite sharp! Very interesting tips here on Nijar-Cabo de Gata Nature Park area! I was shocked to see your hotel development pics after the wonderful experience my wife and I just had at Cabo de Gata only 3 months ago.
Herwig1961 Wed Jan 21, 2009 11:01 UTC
 Thank you for visiting Piran and your comment!Thanks for showing Almeria.
unaS Sat Oct 25, 2008 14:25 UTC
 And what is that huge Greenpeace sign doing on the front of the hotel illegally built in the Cabo de Gata Natural Park?
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