"Wild beaches and a desert in Spain" Almería by ranger49

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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.

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Mojacar

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  • windoweb's Profile Photo
    Jun 21, 2010 at 2:36 AM

    Greetings from Edinboro. This looks like a lovely beach to visit.

  • Aitana's Profile Photo
    Jul 12, 2009 at 2:53 AM

    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's Profile Photo
    Apr 5, 2009 at 3:55 PM

    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's Profile Photo
    Jan 21, 2009 at 3:01 AM

    Thank you for visiting Piran and your comment!Thanks for showing Almeria.

  • unaS's Profile Photo
    Oct 25, 2008 at 6:25 AM

    And what is that huge Greenpeace sign doing on the front of the hotel illegally built in the Cabo de Gata Natural Park?

  • LoriPori's Profile Photo
    Sep 20, 2008 at 2:18 PM

    Yes, you sure missed a fun time in Halfifax barbars. I see you love Spain as much as we do. Recently we went to Alicante area and were shocked as to how much development was taking place there. It's criminal.

  • uglyscot's Profile Photo
    Mar 31, 2008 at 4:19 AM

    That's terrible. But not surprising. i remember all the mushroom growth at Aquadulce in the early 90s, and can imagine what it's like now. it's all down to money.

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