Andalucia.com Newsletter Summer 2023 |
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Sunflowers and summer sunshine in Andalucia |
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Summer in Andalucia 2023
Andalucia is a dream summer destination with its golden beaches and inland escapes offering countless choices for discovery and relaxation.
We have chosen some of our favourite summer locations and activities for you to discover. The summer season is when Andalucia really comes alive and you will find sports and beach activities, music events and traditional festivals and of course plenty of places to relax and soak up the holiday atmosphere.
The warm weather is prefect for al fresco dining and relaxed conversations with friends, enjoying fresh local produce and wines and savouring the long summer evenings.
Take a look at what Andalucia has to offer this season and start planning your trip.
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 The quaint streets of Agua Amarga © Michelle Chaplow |
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Agua Amarga
Take a look at what Andalucia has to offer this season and start planning your trip.
With its unspoilt beach front lined with houses and restaurants Agua Amarga is one of Andalucia´s hidden treasures. The sheltered beach is ideal for swimming and there are more isolated coves within walking distance of the village.
Enjoy fresh Mediterranean cuisine and a lively beach buzz during the summer months.
Festivals in Andalucia
 The Night of San Juan is definitely one of these events. It is a celebration that is usually held on the beach with roaring bonfires, drink, food, and friends |
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San Juan
Summer Solstice Traditions
In June, the summer solstice celebrations marking the longest day and shortest night of the year are reflected in the Christian calendar with the festivities of San Juan.
This special night reflects changes and contrasts: light and dark, fire and water with traditional rituals, such as the lighting of bonfires, often set on the beach. The eve of San Juan, 23rd June is a magical celebration of the arrival of summer and not to be missed!
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 Panorama Marbella |
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Panorama Marbella
Marbella´s longest established Real Estate Agency
Panorama, Marbella’s longest established real estate agency opened its first office in Marbella in 1970, and is led by its owner and Managing Director, Christopher Clover with the collaboration of his daughter Katinka.
Panorama specializes in the sale and rental of quality villas, apartments and townhouses on Marbella’s Golden Mile and surrounding areas including Benahavís and Estepona-east. In addition to sales and rentals, our services include property administration, the sale of commercial and investment properties, including development land, as well as consulting services for investors and developers.
Interview
 “The Nature Photographer" Marcos G. Meider |
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“The Nature Photographer"
Marcos G. Meider
Marcos G. Meider is a professional photographer specialized in nature, wildlife and travel photography who has spent nearly all of his life in Andalucia.
British-born Marcos often creates articles together with his images for different publications focusing on the importance of our natural environment.
We caught up with the internationally recognised photographer in Benalmadena Village
Music in Andalucia
 Summer Music Festivals |
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Summer Music Festivals
Andalucia´s summer music and dance festivals, draw fans of both contemporary and traditional music styles.
From the long-established Blues Cazorla in the mountains of Jaen to one of the world´s most important guitar festivals, Festival de la Guitarra in Cordoba
Imagina Funk is Europe´s only Funk Festival, bringing together artists from around the world including jam sessions, DJ sets, exhibitions and talks, as well as the concerts.
Icónica Fest in Seville covers all genres from pop, rock, and electronica to jazz and funk. Its setting is the spectacular Plaza de España with the artists performing in front of the illuminated building.
Pueblos Blancos Music Festival in the Serrania de Ronda is held over four days in four different Serrania villages; Ronda, Montejaque, Grazalema, Villaluenga del Rosario and features a mix of blues, country, rock, pop and jazz under the strapline 'From Austin Texas to Andalucia'. Free entrance.
There are many other music festivals throughout the summer in Andalucia.
Gastronomy in Andalucia
 When is a Gazpacho not a Gazpacho? |
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When is a Gazpacho not a Gazpacho?
Discover the variations on this chilled summer soup.
The Mediterranean diet has been recognized by UNESCO as a Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Andalucian food traditions include plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, fish, nuts and olive oil. A summer favourite is the Gazpacho chilled soup, each area has its own version and the thicker Porra or Salmorejo may use the same ingredients but each has its own distinctive taste and preparation. The Ajo Blanco includes garlic and almonds served with grapes as a refreshing starter. Try one of our recipes to create an authentic Andalucian seasonal dish.
#DidYouKnow
 Malaga Airport - Did you Know? |
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Malaga is ranked the fourth busiest airport in Spain!
The first scheduled services from Malaga were in 1919 to Tangiers and Casablanca. The airport was developed as an airbase for the Air Force and then in 1946 was opened to domestic and international traffic. Throughout the 1960s it continued to grow alongside the development of tourism in the area.
Today´s Terminal 2 was originally named the Ruiz Picasso Terminal, it opened in the early 1990s and honoured Malaga´s most famous artist, and was designed by award winning architect Ricardo Bofill.
Discover more Fascinating Facts about Andalucia's main Airport.