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Best ski resorts in Spain

julia — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 12:05:39 +0000

This winter why not try skiing in Spain. This country has many great spots where you can not only ski your heart out but enjoy beautiful scenery, excellent food and memories that will last a life time.

Bellow are 5 of the top places to check out when you decide to take on a skiing adventure:

Baqueira
Arinsal
Pas de la casa roig
Formigal
Celer

Churro recipe

julia — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 12:05:31 +0000

It’s winter time again, and in Spain that jeans churro time! These delicious treats are addicting..Once you start you will not stop. Dipped into hot thick chocolate, it is really a Spanish tradition that you will love.

Below is a recipe thanks to our friends over at Spain recipes that I know you will love. Have fun and enjoy.

•    Servings: 8
•    Prep Time: 20 min.
•    Cook Time: 5 min.

Ingredients

•    17 fl oz water
•    9 oz sifted flour
•    1 tsp salt
•    Plenty of oil for frying
•    Sugar (optional)

Preparation

Bring the salted water to a boil in a high-sided pot. When it starts to boil, pour in all the flour and mix with a wooden spatula over the heat until a consistent, even dough is formed. Remove from the heat and continue to work the dough with the same spatula. When completely smooth, fill the churrera, a large tin or brass syringe that has a variety of nozzles and several handles to grip it while pressing the dough through.

Heat the oil to 375 degrees F in a large frying pan and drop in strips of dough forming loops. Cook as many as will fit without touching each other. After 3-4 minutes, when golden, remove with a slotted spoon or a spike and leave to drain in a colander or on kitchen paper. Serve hot, sprinkled with sugar if desired.

Best hotels for children in Spain

Ferran — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:29:56 +0000

When travelling with children it is very important to stay in a hotel that caters to all their needs. Visiting a new country can be very exciting but most children do not have the same type of excitement as adults, they want to do their own sightseeing, play their type of games and feel at home when away from home. The following are a few hotels in Spain that will make your children enjoy Spain in a way you could never imagine. The best oferta hoteles.
1.    CostaBlancaHotels
2.    hotelgoldentauruspark
3.    Atalayaparkmarbella
4.    ibizahotels
5.    hispanossietesuiza

Have fun.

Photos CostaBlancaMagic

The most exclusive hotels in Spain

julia — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 08:00:33 +0000

Ok, so we have talked about the best hotels in Spain, today we will talk about the most exclusive hotels in Spain. My choice, here you go:

1.    landahotel
2.    hotelartsbarcelona
3.    solmelia
4.    hotelreal
5.    puenteromano

Exclusive hotels in Spain means, the very best luxury in a country full of luxurious adornments. A fantasy trip so you can indulge in everyway. You only live once so why not enjoy the finer things in life, enjoy Spain and its exclusive hotels on your next vacation.

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The 5 best hotels in Spain

julia — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:21:58 +0000

Ever wonder what the best hotels of Spain are? According to ghotw here are their top 5 picks:

1. Hotel Ritz
2. Termes montbrio
3. Mare Nostrum
4. Sands Beach Villas
5. Sheraton Mencey

If you are thinking of making a trip to Spain, you could start with these but keep in mind that there is something for everyone. This month I plan to give you the top 5 of hotels in Spain by category, so stay tuned…..

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Knowing Valencia is a unique experience.

Ferran — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:48:17 +0000

The City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, is a place worth visiting, and recommended for a holiday. There are plenty of travel deals that include tickets and Valencia hoteles Take advantage of these vacation days to visit one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. You will also find low cost flights that link the city with most major European destinations. The complex of the sciences and arts is a piece of spectacular architecture and engineering, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava. There is a place for opera, dance, drama and great performances. Oceanographer and a spectacular, one of the largest in the world.

Official Site cac.es

Spain Garlic and Bread Soup

julia — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 10:32:54 +0000

Winter is here and soup is the best way to stay warm in Spain.
Serves 4
• Difficulty: easy
• Preparation time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
• 6 garlic cloves
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices stale bread
• 1 3/4 pints light stock
• 4 oz canned tuna, drained and flaked
• salt
• 1 teaspoon hot paprika, or sweet paprika plus a pinch of cayenne pepper
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, well crushed
Preparation
Put the oil and garlic in a casserole over a medium heat.
Remove and reserve the garlic the moment it looks cooked. Then fry the bread on both sides until golden.
Add the stock and bring to a simmer, stirring to break up the bread. Add the garlick and flaked tuna and season with salt and paprika.
Break in the eggs and poach gently for 5 minutes. Sprinkle the cumin over the top before serving.

Recipe thanks to Spain-recipes

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Blau Porto Petro Beach Resort & Spa

julia — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 12:16:14 +0000

In the heart of Mallorca, the Blau Porto Petro Beach Resort & Spa is one of the very best in Spain. Inaugurated in 2005, this amazing complex is a fusion of entertainment and relaxation all surrounded by natural beauty. Your choice of rooms, suites of villas located at a touch of the sea.
The complex is surrounded by a beautiful pine forests that holds romantic caves, the view of nature and crystal clear water. Everything you need to relax and enjoy a getaway in Spain. Nothing like it, believe me!
More information ghotw
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Fidegua, Mediterranean recepie from Spain

julia — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 10:46:37 +0000

Ingredients:

3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil

1-1/4 pounds of raw shrimp, monk fish (if you can find), mussels and claims if you like.

Salt

1-1/2 teaspoons Pimenton (paprika)

1-1/3 cups peeled, seeded and chopped beefsteak tomatoes

5 1/2 cups fish stock

2 garlic gloves

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

2 envelopes Puro Ground Spanish Saffron

9 ounces spaghettini, broken into pieces

Lemon wedges and spring of fresh parsley, to garnish

In a large paella pan , heat 3 tablespoons oil. Add shrimp and cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes, then remove and set aside.

Add monkfish to pan and cook a few minutes or until lightly browned all over. Season with salt. Remove and set aside.

Add more oil to pan, if necessary. Stir in paprika and cook 30 to 60 seconds, then add tomatoes. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add stock and bring to boil.

Using a mortar and pestle, pound garlic, parsley and saffron together. Stir in a little hot stock, then stir into pan and boil 2 minutes. Add spaghettini , mussels and claims and boil until pasta has absorbed most of the stock and is just tender.

Arrange monkfish and shrimp in the spaghettini and cook until hot, then remove from heat. Cover pan and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley and serve from paella pan.

Makes 4 servings

Recepie thanks to buyspain

photo flickr and google

Affordable Spain tours this winter

julia — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:44:48 +0000

You don’t need to wait until your summer vacation to come visit Spain. The winter is one of the best times to come and visit this beautiful city. There are many travel companies that offer special packages to Spain at low prices.

One of those companies is called affordable tours where I just saw a winter tour advertised for a great price. A 10 day tour with arrival in Madrid where you will see all the wonders of this capital city and then you are on to Toledo, Granada, Torremolinos, Jerez, Seville, Cordoba and then you are back to Madrid.

Each city has many great sites waiting for you. Travelling to Spain in the winter is a sure bet at a great price. Don’t miss it.

Source affordabletours

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