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| | | Quiet taste of Spain |  | Why go on holiday to Aguadulce?
Aguadulce is a district of Roquetas de Mar, a much bigger resort nearby. Thanks to its location in Almeria (Spain's driest province), dry, hot days are virtually guaranteed. The town has a pleasant marina for yachts, which is flanked by a host of bars and restaurants. Fields around Aguadulce are dotted with greenhouses — evidence of the region's intensive horticulture — but on the upside it's a popular destination for golf.
How much will it cost?
Charter flights to Almeria are from about £80 and Aguadulce is about a 50-minute drive from the airport. Accommodation: seven nights in a self catering apartment is from £290 including flights.
When should I go?
Spring highs average around 70F (21C). In July and August, it's in the high 80Fs (30Cs). The resort is quieter than Roquetas de Mar and doesn't feel as crowded as some.
June sees the Festival of San Juan in Roquetas de Mar with bonfires and a fiesta on the beach; in August there are fiestas and fireworks celebrating Our Lady of the Sea.
Who is it for?
Families, senior citizens and anyone looking for a fairly quiet, relaxing beach holiday with an authentic Spanish flavour. There's enough to keep you busy, but clubbers will be disappointed.
What are the must-sees?
The Cabo de Gata national park and its Las Salinas salt flats, a few miles from Roquetas, are home to water birds including the flamingo. In late August up to 1,000 flamingos can be seen here.
Western film fans will want to head out to Mini Hollywood in the Tabernas desert where a string of spaghetti westerns were made.
Take an excursion into the Sierra Nevada mountains and spend a day in Almeria visiting its Alcazaba, a hilltop fortress founded in 955 that commands great views across the bay.
What will I spend?
A moderate three-course meal will set you back around £6.50, a bottle of Spanish wine from the supermarket is from £2 - £4, a beer in a bar is from £1, a six-pack of Spanish lager from the supermarket is around 70p. A pack of cigarettes is from £1.40 for the cheapest brand and £1.70 for a well-known brand. A short taxi ride is from £2 - £3. A litre of petrol on the Spanish mainland is from 58p a litre. A 24-exposure roll of film for your camera is around £3.45.
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| | Available rental properties in Costa Tropical - Granada |
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| |  | | La Concha at Los Piedaos
One of three enchanting holiday cottages on four hectares (10 acres) in the Alpujarras, near Granada, Southern Spain.
|  | | El Azahar at Los Piedaos
One of three enchanting holiday cottages on four hectares (10 acres) in the Alpujarras, near Granada, Southern Spain.
|  | | Las Palomas at Los Piedaos
One of three enchanting holiday cottages on four hectares (10 acres) in the Alpujarras, near Granada, Southern Spain.
|  | | La Rama at Los Piedaos
Enchanting holiday villa designed by architect owner, wheel chair friendly, in the beautiful Alpujarras valley,between Granada and the sea.
|  | | CASA PEQUEÑA
Pretty cottage - close rugged Granada Coast, Motril & Port. Lush sub-tropical gardens, sea & mountain views. Swimming pool. Wi-Fi Network.
+++ ARRIVE/DEPART ANY DAY +++ Ideal for couple.
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