Jellyfish are very common during the summer months along the Mediterranean coast. Therefore treatment of jellyfish stings is quite important. On contact with humans, they will deliver a sting which is described as similar to an electrical discharge. Some can be quite nasty and will be followed by a strong stinging sensation around the contact area and varying levels of … [Read more...] about Treatment of Jellyfish Stings!
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Virgen del Carmen
Tradition has it that the Carmelite monks, who inhabited the slopes of Mount Carmel and worshipped the Virgin Mary who had appeared there in a vision, were forced to flee by a Saracen invasion force. During this eviction the Virgin appeared to them again and promised to be their "Star of the Sea" and to guide them to safety. Since then she has been the patron saint of … [Read more...] about Virgen del Carmen
Feria de Malaga
The annual Feria de Malaga (Malaga Fair) held in August is one not to miss!!! The annual Feria de Malaga (Malaga fair) or Feria de Agosto (August Fair) as it is also known, is held during the second week of August and gives way to ten festive days of street parties, concerts, music, food and drink. The fair commemorates the re-conquest of the city from the Moors by the … [Read more...] about Feria de Malaga
Marbella For Kids – Things To See And Do In And Around Marbella With Children
It is often a worry when you travel on holiday that there may not be enough to do in and around your destination. Fortunately there is plenty to see and do in and around Marbella, for kids especially. So with this in mind, let's take a look at the best attractions for children. Funny Beach Situated right in the heart of Marbella, Funny Beach is a beach resort for thrill … [Read more...] about Marbella For Kids – Things To See And Do In And Around Marbella With Children
The Forbidden Fandango
The Antequera Fandango is a popular dance form in which six men and six women face each other across a room, each dancing with all the others in turn, and finishing with the partner one started with. In this respect it resembles Scottish or Irish set dancing, but here the similarity ends. The music is of course pure Andalucian, and the dance was considered to be too erotic at … [Read more...] about The Forbidden Fandango