By: Pete Davies | 2010-04-04 | International studies I see that western diplomats in Zimbabwe and mainstream media have finally woken up to the fact that Mugabe is now nothing more than a figurehead. Catherine Philip of the Times in London reports online that, "The campaign of terror sweeping Zimbabwe is being directly organised by a junta that took over the running of the country after Robert Mugabe's shock election defeat in March... read more
By: Vicheka Lay | 2010-04-04 | Politics In mid-August 2007, a decision by the government to sharply raise fuel prices led to a new round of street protests. After small demonstrations by students, the situation turned more serious when large numbers of the country's Buddhist monks, who are widely revered, joined in. To take measures against these civil uprisings, the Military Junta read more
By: Porsche Klinger | 2011-02-02 | Vacation Rentals If you are a nature lover you couldn't choose a better place for your Andalucia holiday rentals than Cabo de Gata. This protected area has a lot to offer in the way of beautiful beaches, coves, underwater reefs and a countryside that is to die for. This area offers water sports, mountain climbing, mountain biking, potholing and much more. This area was declared a place of ecological importance by UNESCO in 1997 giving it the protection it deserved. read more
By: Allan Cliff | 2010-04-02 | Destinations If you're looking forward to sun, sand and beaches, you should visit Andalucia. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year along with the most hospitable climate, miles of coastline, fertile marshlands, semi-deserts, huge forests and some of the most enchanting cities, Andalucia is truly diverse in nature. read more
By: Porsche Klinger | 2011-02-16 | Travel & Leisure If you are a couple looking for a romantic getaway book your holiday villas Andalucia in Los Canos de Meca. Here you can spend a relaxing day on the beach followed by a meal at one of the restaurants on the cliff top overlooking the beach. You can then spend the evening dancing the night away at one of the beach bars that turns into a disco. This is also a great area for the walker, climber and nature lover especially with the nature reserve nearby. read more
By: Nick Nutter | 2010-03-27 | City Guides Castellar literally means 'site of the castle' so the town is called, literally, 'site of the castle on the frontier' and that is exactly what it is. Sat on a hilltop at a height of 200 metres Castellar commands the valley of the river Guadaranque, now dammed to make an embalse, to the west and that of the Hozgarganta to the north. read more
By: marktwain1 | 2011-01-08 | Vacations Córdoba is one of Andalucia’s magnificent cities with its many breathtaking sights that contain a colorful history, like the amazing Mezquita read more
By: alecdarian | 2011-06-04 | Vacations Huelva is that place in Spain that offers you an idyllic location of an unbelievable natural beauty with an air of authentic Spain and some of the most marvelous beaches you have ever seen. You’ll find Huelva in the beautiful province of Andalusia, somewhere along the picturesque Costa de Luz and it represents the biggest concentration of top beaches in Spain; this makes Huelva the ideal destina read more
By: Brian Petit | 2011-10-22 | Vacation Rentals This is a town to be found in the Andalucía province in northern Spain. It is seemingly the regional capital and takes pride in a cornucopia of tour amenities. The town’s origin can be traced back to the Roman rule when it was originally known as Callentum. After conquest by Moorish loyalists, the name once again changed into Kazalla which meant ‘the fortified city’. read more
By: Harry Draco | 2010-12-27 | Destinations There is always something for every holiday maker in Andalucia, Spain. The region's renowned beaches at its Costa del Sol and historical sites around may make it difficult for one to choose where to start the holidays. read more
By: Mark Twain | 2011-01-13 | Vacation Rentals Córdoba is one of Andalucia’s magnificent cities with its many breathtaking sights that contain a colorful history, like the amazing Mezquita. read more
By: Porsche Klinger | 2011-03-29 | Destinations When you book your holiday villas Andalucia in Bedar it will give you access to all the land sports you could think of and the beach is only a few away, what a beautiful combination. When you first approach Bedar it is hard not to notice that this consequentially Andalucian village appears to be clinging to the hillside with its steep cobblestone streets winding their way through the village. If its history, culture and cuisine you are looking for then Bedar is the place that will satisfy you. read more
By: Brice Corwin | 2011-02-24 | Vacation Rentals This vast but beautiful region started raising the interest of tourists from all over the world only a few years ago. To be honest, I do not understand why they did not realize how wonderful it is until now. The southern part of Spain offers an ideal climate and breathtaking landscapes, not easy to find in other countries, so visit Andalucía; you will definitely fall in love with it! read more
By: Calvert Williams | 2011-03-29 | Destinations Baeza may be a small town with a small population of 16,000 but it contains the relaxing Sunday atmosphere in its compactness. This lovely quaint town is situated in Jaen’s municipality in Andalusia province in the south of Spain.There are fantastic links to and from Baeza from Madrid, Seville, Malaga and other main cities on rail. read more