Cadiz Travel Forum

Hi, I am considering to go on 2-3 days trip from Cadiz (or Tarifa) to Morocco (possibly Tanger, or anything else in reachable distance). Can anyone advise me of a travel agency that could arrange such a trip, preferably for reasonable price? Also, what would be nice place to visit in Morocco, that could be included in such 2-3 days trip?

Hi, I am considering renting a flat in calle de santiago which I think is in el Barrio. I haven't been to cadiz since I was a child and that area was quite run down then. Does anyone know what its like these days? My family are staying in the spa hotel but its a bit pricey for me. Advice much appreciated.

My wife and I are arriving in Cadiz by ship at 12.00 noon 8 May and departing Cadiz at 20.00 same day
Is it possible to go to Seville for the day
How far is it
Which is the best way to travel
How long will it take
Any suggestions??

Where in Cai can I find an authentic ARABIC BATH? What´s your favourite one?

We live in Cadiz, Cadiz, but have transport.

Much appreicated....C x

I want to go to Cadiz for about a week in August, can you recommend a hotel that is good value for a family of 5.and close to beach and the town Prices etc would be appricated thanks

Hello all. I've considered staying in Barbate de la Frontera because it seems less commercial than other destinations in the area -- not to mention the beach front lodging options are appealing. I think it'll be a change of pace from the other cities I'll be visiting: Madrid, Sevilla, and Granada. 1. For a quiet, less "touristy" getaway with a slight distance from Cadiz, would you recommend this? 2. Would I need to rent a car to travel to and from Jerez and/or Cadiz? Are there alternative travel options?

Does anyone know of any cheap charter flight companies that go to cadiz?
thanks.

hi i am stopping in cadiz in june near the botanical gardens we have a baby and are wondering if there is any were with swimming pools we can take him thanks Tim

We intend to stay in Cadiz 2-3 days in June.
Can anyone recommend good hotels on or near Victoria Beach.
Thnx
Mike.....

I guess my question would be for Cadiz residents and this might not be the best place, but I would be grateful for any help. I homeschool my children and would really like to spend 6-8 weeks in Cadiz to jump-start our Spanish. I know summer rentals from June costs more than 1000/month, but is there a possibility of finding a 2-bedroom place for around 400 Euros per month if we came within the next month or so? We are not looking to be in the Old City and would probably be happy within 10 minutes walk to the beach. (the only place I know is the area near Hotel Barcello but I don't know what the area is called) What other areas can you suggest that is within a short bus ride to swimming pools or community facilities?
Thanks in advance,Roz

Is Cadiz where I sail to get to Morocco?

I realize that this question has been asked before , so please be patient as I ask it again. We are docking in Cadiz at 08h00 on Saturday, April 19, and sailing at 17h00 so that does not leave us much time in port. I have tried to open the train schedule side but, unfortunately, my Spanish is not good enough to allow me to understand and the link in English doesn't work to specify which type of train to choose.

So would someone be kind enough to tell me if it is possible to take a train or a bus to Seville that leaves at 0830 or09h00 and arrives at 16h30 at the latest.
We want to visit the Alcazar in Seville because it is a world heritage sight.

On the other hand, if it will be rush, rush ,rush, would you suggest that we spend some time in Cadiz and visit the Cathedral, perhaps going to Jerez for lunch. If so, which bodega would you choose? Are there any flamenco shows (or simply exhibitions) in the afternoon?

Actually, any and all information and tips would be welcome. We do not wish to take the ship cruise because we are three retired persons who are more interested in history, culture and architecture than in shopping. We like to visit at our own speed with a local guide if at all possible.

We might even be interested in hiring a car and driver who can act as a guide to take us around Cadiz and Jerez.

Hoping that you will help us out. Thank you very much

My local fruiteria always has parsley and mint. Im looking for fresh basil, thyme, rosemary, tal tal...does anyone know where I can find them in Cadiz. Also, is it possible to buy chilli peppers anywhere?

One last question - is the market thats just off Plaza Flores closed just now?

Thanks in advance....Carmelle in Cai

We are arriving on Dec. 7th on a cruise ship. The cruise line shows the stop as Seville (Cadiz). I cannot get confirmation from them as to which port we stop at.

Is there, in fact, a Port at Seville?

If we dock in Cadiz, we will probably stay there since we are in port from 7AM to 6PM, but with getting off the ship, more likely, about 10AM and needing to be back aboard by 5PM and considering the travel time between cities, it sounds like too much to do.

If we stay in Cadiz we would be interested in visiting Markets and Wineries.

We do welcome any suggestions.

Thanks
B&B

Hi! What is the best place for tapas and some wine in the old part of Cadiz?
Thanks to VTrs...

Hi guys, probably a bit late but i'm taking my mother-in-law to cadiz this evening, saturday 4th, and she would like to visit a nice restaurant with some kind of flamenco show incorporated..?

Any ideas?!

Many thanks,
Ben

Which months is the water warm enough to go swimming? Thanks.

I have previously stayed in Rota on Costa de La Luz and this time I am planning to stay in one of the above places - I am a big fan of the sea, beautiful beaches and nature.

After weighing up what seems to be less windy and less touristy but with a nice villagey atmosphere, I have been trying to find accommodation in Zahara but can't find any reasonably priced accommodation.

I have found the following accommodation in Zahora but I can't find much information about what Zahora is like.

http://www.villarenters.com/advert_summary.asp?ref=8161&rag=10821A&rcam=myvillarenters&sag=&sc=

Can anyone give me their thoughts please? Would prefer not too much wind, not too many people (I hear Canos de Meca is very beautiful but very busy), but would like to be able to walk to the beach and to restaurants/supermarket.

Thanks in advance
Amber

Hi
I am considering after vters tips coming to El Puerto in June with husband and son
for a few days after Seville.
However Ive seen some mixed reviews for El Puerto including one on another website saying its a dump!
They then didnt go on to say why. (Were they joking)
What do people think?

Can it be called pretty? (Im not sure about the view to Cadiz on Puntilla beach that ive seen photos of-is it very industrial?)

We are not relly lie on the beach people but our son will like to paddle and play in some sand and we want an interesting town to explore and use as a base.
Would we be better going to Conil or even san lucar de barrameda?
All opinions please!

Hi All - We are going to be married at the end of June and are finalising our accomodation in Andalucía for our visit in July.

One of the places we will visit is Cadiz, but I feel it might be nicer to stay a small boat trip away in El Puerto De Santa Maria - can anyone confirm this and possibly recommend a beautiful place to stay for a homeymooning couple for two nights in either Cadiz or Santa Maria?

Thanks!

I am flying into Jerez aiport and I am taking the bus to Cadiz. Does anyone know the name and the address/or location where the bus drops you off in Cadiz.

Hello,

Can anyone recommend an apartment in the old town of Cadiz for 2 people from 18-23 nov?
It's really confusing searching online because I keep getting cadiz the province... is it just me??

many thanks
Libby

Hello,
I've managed to get myself COMPLETELY confused (possibly reading too much in too many places)! Now I have a few details too many and wonder if anyone can sort truth from rumor for me.
I am traveling to Costa Luz next July with my husband and 3 grown children. We are not conservative or fussy travelers, enjoy new people, places and cultures. We are trying to decide whether to stay in Vejer de la Frontera or in Los Canos de Meca.
We had heard that Los Canos might be a little to much of an inebriated party town for us--nothing against but maybe not 24 hour--and clogged with crowds and traffic during summer months. Vejer looks lovely, we love street wandering, and it seems like a short enough drive to explore the coast/various beaches. THEN I read that Vejer is too hot to sleep with no a/c in summer, AND that it swarms with mosquitos at night so no windows open. Can this all be true?
We were very excited about possibility of visiting Costa Luz: lovely area by sea not yet completely populated by tourists while hosting a majority of local guests. Now we come upon dire warnings of being eaten by sand flies and buffeted by winds on coast or nibbled by mosquitos while expiring from heat up hill. The house we have become fond of in Vejer does not have a/c but says rooms are cool with thick walls.
Any advice? Heat, mossies, winds, need a/c in Vejer, fine at night without? Must be on coast to get to beach because roads stand still in summer? Vejer close enough? All info and opinions welcome!
Thank you,
Diane

My partner and I are planning an European tour in April/May, 2007, and are searching for some type of "ocean travel" from Cadiz to Rome. Any suggestions?

Thanks for sharing!

Hi there,

What is the best way of travelling form Cadiz to Santander? I'm travelling in the 3rd week of October.

KInd regards,

Bernie

We are going to Cadiz for two weeks this August and have hired a car for the duration but have no idea where we can park it cheaply and safely. Our appartment is in the old town. Any ideas?

hi
we want to go from san pedro alcantara marbella to medina sidonia and cadiz.
about cadiz where is the market and at what time it starts. i red in the book on monday the market is.
where can i park the car nearby the market. think the market is nearby the cathedral is this right?
is it free parking?
what not to miss in Cadiz. i think i want to see the cathedral.
my mum cant walk long distances but she likes markets.
thanks for the info

I expect to be in the area of Jerez de la Frontera and El Puerto de Santa Maria in October and was wondering if anyone has any tips about pensions/guesthouses in these cities. Just a place to lay my head and maybe get breakfast; nothing posh.

I've found a few in the 20 euro range (for a single), which strikes me as a super bargain as long as they're reasonably clean and not situated immediately above a noisy disco.

Thanks in advance for any info you can provide.

We will be arriving in Cadiz via a cruise ship and want to go visit Sevilla during the day.

How far is the train station from the Cruise Ship docks - i.e., how long does it take to get there?

Secondly: how reliable are the RENFE trains running between Cadiz and Sevilla (Andalucia express)? We only have 10 hours in port. We can make it to Sevilla and back, but not if the trains don't run regularly or are typically delayed.

Thanks for the help!

Anyone who has tried to ferry from Cadiz to the Canary Islands?
Any experiences and recommendations are welcome.