Hostal Generalife Seville C/ Fernan Caballero, No 4 Online Booking

Fun, laughter, joy and charm fill the air in this land of fiestas, festivals and celebrations. Most famous for the dances of Flamenco and the ancient architecture the lifestyle here is something to be admired and copied.

Slowly slowly is the moto you'll here from the locals - dictated by the heat and the knowledge that when you savour something slowly you appreciate it much more. Gastronomic delights with small tasty plates of food called Tapas are complimented with Jerez, Manzanilla or the local wines. Cheeses, hams, spicy meats, tortillas, olives (grown and picked locally), fish, gazpacho - cold soup that really does help to cool you down, are some of the dishes to try. Every family has a secret recipe and if you venture out in to the smaller villages around you are bound to discover other delicacies.

Shopping is a central and important pastime here with some beautiful boutiques and gorgeous gems. Head for Plaza de Magdelena, Calle Francos, Plaza Nueva, Plaza del Duque to discover the best choices. El Corte Ingles is our famous departmental store and has a rather fine food hall too!

Monuments, museums paying tribute to the Arts - Arabic, Roman, Greek, Gothic, Phoenicians and Nordic influences are plenty and the Cathedral, Reales Alcazares and Park of Maria Luisa are not to be missed.

End the day with a stroll along the river, sit in Plaza de Espanya and watch the world go by in true Spanish style.