Living in Spain For the Rest of Your Life

The survey showing 15 per cent of people in thethe UK relatively easy and inexpensive. Andalusia
north-east, 13 per cent in the Midlands, and 12 perhas three major cities - Córdoba, Seville,
cent in Yorkshire and the north-west putting Spainand Granada - over 500 kilometres of Atlantic and
as their first choice of a country they would likeMediterranean coastline, hundreds of beaches, and
to move to.the Sierra Nevada national park and mountain
Fortunately, not everyone heading for Spain hasrange. Andalusia justifiably claims to be one of the
the same destination or area in mind, as in somewarmest regions of Europe, having a temperate,
parts of Spain resources are already stretched toMediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and
breaking point, especially in the southern Costas.mild winters with occasional rainy days.
In this chapter I give you ten top destinations toPlenty of sports are on offer in Andalusia, including
consider so that you don't all end up in the samefishing, mountain biking, sailing, shooting, and skiing.
place.For those seeking more leisurely pursuits, you'll
Andalusia is home to 200,000 overseas propertyfind parks, flea markets, antique shops, museums,
owners. The area has seen average propertyand sites a-plenty, such as the famous Calat
prices increase by nearly 20 per cent in the pastAlhambra in Grenada. Food is heavily influenced by
year. Andalusia is the southernmost area of Spainthe legacy of Arab times, being rich in spices.
with a coastline stretching from southern Portugal,Two of the best known local dishes are the
right across the tip of Spain opposite Gibraltar,tortilla del sacramonte (omelette with brains) and
and up past Almeria. There are four internationallas habas a la granadina (bean stew).
airports in Andalusia, making getting to and from