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My wife and I would like to know if there is a walking guidebook of the area, and also where we might play tennis

My wife and I are driving to Almeria on March 12th and would like to know if one can buy a guide of local walks or even hire a guide. Also the best area for walking.
Where might we be able to play tennis in almeria

Advice please on using ALSA COACHES Website to book seats. Have entered details for 4 seats for a one way trip from Almeria to Vera (including Passenger Names, Passport Numbers, and Seats Selected - but, after clicking on "Continue" I get sent to a page for booking a fresh trip! Any advice would be very welcome. Lawson.

I have all day to drive from Algeciras to Almeria. Is there anything worth taking a detour or a special route? Nice lunch spot, white cities? Probably not Marbella.

What is the dress code for the restaurant in the Hotel Sabinal?

How long does it take by bus from Malaga to Almeria?Is it a feasable day trip? The old twon in Almeria?Thankyou.

I am going to the Golf Trinidad in Roquestas de mar in almeria does anyone know if they supply beach towels or do I have to take them with me

We are arriving in Almeria late on Easter Saturday. Does anyone know if any supermarkets/shops will be open Easter Sunday/Monday for food buying - we're self catering!

i'm going to Almeria in few days and i've been trying to find out, with no success, whether there are shops there like mango, promod, zara... can anyone help!

We will be in Almeria just for one day in May as part of a cruise. I have done considerable research and hope that locals or recent visitors can assist me. I would like to see the Alcazaba and points of interest in the old town. I have been told there is a tourist office in town but I don't have the location. can someone direct me from the cruise ship? How far a walk is it to the Alcazaba? Is it a steep walk or a gradual one? How long would it take in a casual walk (2-3 miles per hour)?

What public transportation is available to get from and to Mojacar?

I'm pondering a visit to Almeria in the spring (a budget carrier has opened a new route from my local airport). I know there are trains to Granada. I have two questions: 1. Will I need to buy tickets in advance or can I assume that the Almeria> Granada trains will be pretty uncrowded (I don't mind standing all the way). 2. Is a daytrip to Granada feasible, or would I be better to plan for a few days based there? Also, it's possible I'll be visiting over Easter. Should I expect restaurants etc to be closed for the holidays at any point, and what effect will Easter (Good Friday/Easter Sunday etc)have on transport, if any? Thanks in advance for the help. Thanks in advance........

I am thinking of going to Almeria for about a week in August, can you recommend a hotel or would it be better to rent an apartment for a family of 5.We want to be close to beach and the town Prices etc would be appricated ,I am coming from Ireland so I would fly with Ryanair. Is Almeria a good place to go with a family all views appricated , thanks

Hola - I plan on catching a bus from Granada to Almeria tomorrow and from there I would like to go to San Jose or Cabo de Gato. I am having trouble finding the bus schedule from Aleria to either of these two locations. If anyone knows the schedule or where I can find it online I would really appreciate it. Thanks. Marissa

Will be travelling to Rocquet de Mar in a few weeks and I'm reading about the problem people have with flies Is this a all year round problem and what type of flies are they are they in the Cabo de Gata and Retemar areas as well Thanks

could anybody help me find a friend of mine called jamie, i dont know his second name. the information i have is that his wife is called cathy and he owns a bar in almeria (somewhere) we met in greece where i had a bar and the number i had is now gone id appreciate it if anyone could tell me the name of the bar he owns thanks mat.

Plese advise us of the transportation available from Almeria to Ahambra and is it feasable to to the trip in one day. Thank You -- Tony Liston

Hi, I'm attending a wedding in Mojacar in June. I plan on flying into Almeria airport and departing from Alicante airport. I won't have my own transport. Could someone tell me if there is a public bus between Mojacar and both airports or will I have to make other arrangements? Thanks......

Hi, I've just joined Virtual Tourist; I have an urgent problem and would HUGELY appreciate any help... I've found out this evening that the villa where my family and our friends (8 of us) were sue to stay next week has a problem: the pool has leaked and we can't go there. With this in mind I am desperate to find accomodation in MOJACAR for 8 people from Monday 23rd July to 2nd August - or maybe from 23rd for 1 week as we may be able to return early. As we only found out tonight we've not been successful so far in finding somewhere. We need a pool, air con, and prefereably a decent location. My apologies if this is not the right place to post - but I face the prospect of very disappointed children and friends if we can't find anywhere. My email is richard_lee@uk.lenovo.com - or if anyone can help my mobile in the UK is 07802 925 449. I know this is an odd request, but I'm really trying anything at this late stage. Any sugggestions MOST welcome. Richard Lee

Hi there, thankyou for recommending the site. However it does say that the train journey will take 11hrs from Almeria to Barcelona..I did think it was a lot closer.. can you recommend an airline for cheap internal flights? thanks again JasmineRose*

Hiya VT, long time no speak, however am going to Almeria for Xmas on Friday and would like to spend a few days in Barcelona whilst in Spain. Have always wanted to visit and also am thinking of teaching English there in Spring..How would I get to Barcelona.. is there a train? How long and how much would I expect to pay? Also can you recommend a nice friendly peaceful hostel in Barcelona for the over 30's? Also when I return to Almeria can you recommend anywhere where I can visit and maybe meet some people to hang out with? thanks again ; )

Hi we are staying at the Vera beach club shortly and wanted to hire a car for a few days but we do not have a credit card and everywhere I have rang or looked on the internet will allow you to pay for the car hire by debit card before you travel but when you go to pick your hire car up apparently you have to leave your credit card details as a deposit and pay for the fuel. Does anyone know of any car hire places in Vera or nearby Garracha or Mojacar that will take cash (euros) as payment for the fuel and do not need to take your credit card details? Thanks.

Our family is going to Almeria in July and I just wondered if the food and drink was reasonably priced and if there is a choice of places to go and if anyone has any recommendations?

hi, this is my first time posting and first time travelling abroad, but the website looks helpfull and i hope people can help me please!im going supposed to be going to tabernas, almeria to do my dissertation in september, i have flights booked to alicante and accomodation there for one night. does anyone know any cheap ways to travel to tabernas bearing in mind i can't drive...cheap scooter/moped hires for example? or bus travel? are there any buses other than airport transfer to almeria or tabernas from alicante? or from almeria to tabernas?

Hi, I will be travelling to Almeria late August/Early September. I will be coming from Seville but think it's a bit of a trek from there so might stay in Malaga overnight, would this be a better idea? I'd prefer to be in Almeria for three nights so if anyone knows how long the journey is from Seville to Almeria and how much it costs that would be great. Once in Almeria does anyone know any cheap hostels to stay in and also the average prices of meals amd drinks etc. Thanks! Sofie x

Hi, I am thinking of purchasing propety in Almeria, near Garrucha/Mojacar or anywehre nearby. I am finding it difficult to find a site on the internet that sells traditional property as apposed to resorts or new builds. Any tips will be greatly appreciated. Thanks :-)

imy wife and i would like to live in almeria what are the pitfalls

We will be arriving in Almeria by cruiseship. We would like to visit the Alcazaba and are wondering if we can reach this on foot from the ship. Or should we hire a taxi? Thank so much for your help.

We are thinking of a permanent move to spain in the next twelve months and as we have friends who've been to Almeria (and loved it!) we thought we would start there as a base to look around for a home of our own. What i really need are tips from people who have done just this, tips about estate agents,cheap B and B's to stay in while we look, car hire etc! Who to avoid and who can be trusted What have people learnt from the move over, is it all you dreamed of? Its such a big step, I really would appreciate help from someone who has already taken such a step! thank you

Hi, I've been reading through the helpful advice already given, but am hoping for some more specific information that I can't seem to find on the internet. We are doing a last trip this weekend (04/03/05) before our Baby's due in the first week of April (last weekend we are allowed to fly!). Could anyone please give tips about: 1. We arrive at Almeria airport and plan to stay in one of the coastal villages - most likely Roqueta de Mar as there are very cheap rates for Playaluna - any thoughts? 2. We can't seem to find any information about public transport. Are there any local buses between the airport and the villages and attractions? 3. Otherwise, car rental seems quite reasonable.. would that be a better option? 4. We would probably be looking towards having a quiet weekend - what are the must-see, not too strenuous attractions we should prioritise? 5. Any recommendations about places to eat? What are likely prices? Is it worth taking the half board etc options at the accommodations? Sorry about so many questions and thanks so much in advance! We're really looking forward to the weekend. Costa Almeria sounds so lovely!