Rick Steve is my favourite unseen friend. I listen to his documentaries while doing my academic work. He is very clear in the use of words and sentences.
I just want to thank Rick for his splendid, intelligent, amusing displays of the best corners of Europe. He has made me happy and has enriched my soul. Thank you Rick, keep up the marvelous work!!
I'm from Jamaican (in the Caribbean) and I would love to visit Spain, perhaps even live there temporarily. All the best from the other side of the world xx
Oh my God, so enamored with Spain it hurts. The food , drink, people and history just ridiculous. From Galicia, Los Bascos, Catalunya, Castilla, Leon, Granada, Valencia, from Cordoba to Murcia just amazing. Love it! Que viva Espana bella, Saludos desde Arizona, Ole'!
Francesco Arellano. Are you called Arellano (surname clearly Spanish) and do not know the land from which your ancestors come? Unforgivable. Come and enjoy it.
The food? Have you had Spanish food? It's bland with no seasoning and is the worst part about living in Spain. Everything is literally lightly fried in olive oil and a bit of salt. YOU'RE lucky if they even put pepper.
I've been to many parts of the world, but none other has captured my heart like Southern Spain. Walking the streets of Granada and Seville felt like living in a fairytale. I long to return one day, but this video brought me back. Thank you.
I feel exactly the same. I've been in Adalucia right before the Lockdowns hit in March. I want to experience of el andalus so badly again. But until then I'll watch Ricks Videos.
So true! Granada & Seville are so historically magical, splendid & amazing!! I so yearn to revisit myself & i think we will, as soon as we're able to. Take care.
Possibly the most beautiful part of Spain for its mystique connection with the past and its mixture of history. The one place you should see before any other part of Spain to learn the history of Spain... Olé 👌🏽 Been there 6 times, and still cannot get enough of it. 👍🏼
Oh really? So how do you compare England 🇬🇧 and Spain 🇪🇸 based on standard of living, wealth, per capital income, people, scenery, health etc? Just curious, thanks!
I enjoyed my visit in Spain. I love their beautiful cathedrals, historical buildings and relics. I visited Madrid, Seville, Avila, Toledo, Cordoba and many more.except Barcelona.Watched the flamenco dance and visited and tried Spanish wine. It was a great experience.
So, so true Sir!! I totally agree with your words & you've stated this so perfectly. The amazing architecture of Southern Spain, must be preserved not only for all Spaniards, but i'd argue, for the entire world. It's simply....Incredible & awe inspiring!! Take care.
still these monuments are taken care of by craftsmen from Morocco 🇲🇦 the land of the Moors , only Moroccans can do that task it is an ancestral Moroccan heritage .
@@abderrahimelalami6708No. No es así. No ahora ni antes. Con todo el respeto a los artesanos marroquíes. En Andalucia siempre hubo grandes artesanos. Musulmanes y cristianos. Andaluces.
I live in Andalucia and your video gives a true version. Should you return I strongly advise visiting the white village of Mijas pueblo( about half an hour from Malaga) It's extremely beautiful. Also not to be missed is the amazing village of Setenil near Ronda. The houses ,shops and restaurants are built into the rocks. Slightly inland are the beautiful emerald coloured lakes and nearby the famous el caminito del Rey. The AMAZING rock formation at el torcal is truly something not to be missed,as one feels as if one is on another planet. Please do come back to capture more.
Walking back away from the beaches along Costa Del Sol. There are sections that present a more traditional style. Sometimes tourists are in a hurry but this video was well made with a lot of interesting history. You could spend years studying that country.
Angela Berni. I love Andalucia. I am very English and would not live anywhere else but my 2nd love is southern Spain. I have been many times and have many happy memories.
Ahhhh, hahahaha I know, it's so stunning in so many ways, but to be ultra fair, there's such beauty all across our world, so with this being said, let me rephrase your sentence, to my personally preferred phrase.......Spain is one of the best & most beautiful global countries. I try to remain open minded about everything. The world consists of approx 198 countries & they all have their pros & cons, Spain included. I must say, i do love the generally warm, bright & friendly nature of the Spanish, plus their wonderful hospitality. My husband, who is Norwegian, just loves Madrid & said he could easily live there for some years. Take care and peace to you and to all.
When Rick Steven was showing all his trips on television l made sure l was available to watch every one. He does a good job teaching us all cultures of the world. I loved his show. Now this is a treat on my cell phone videos. Thanks Rick Stevens.
Rick is the best. Every time I visit Europe I am grateful for the man's research, Mostly I appreciate his desire for travelers to immerse ourselves. Too many travelers are afraid to explore new things. Thanks Rick
One of the most beautiful regions in one of the most intriguing parts of the world in my opinion. I used to live in Andalucia for a few years, and I yearn to go back so badly.
A wonderful culture, proudly preserved. Proud of my people's roots in Jerez de la Frontera. Beautiful country, Spain and especially Sevilla. "Vive y deja vivir."
Not this summer, pretty much guaranteed. Wait until the nasty Covid-19 will be defeated. Greetings from Pamplona, the city of the "running of the bulls" during the San Fermín holidays.
I’m going to go from Barcelona to Lisbon. Those are the three cities I want to check out on the way .. I have a week . Did you drive? I was thinking of bus and train . Never been to Europe
Love Andalusia, i'm from Barcelona in Catalonia, but my family are from Andalusia and came to Catalonia in the 70's (more than one million of andalusians arrived). Spain is very diverse, but andalusia is the best region, so different to the other place in the world.
Yes Sir, it's a truly amazing region in Spain! Such an amazing country, full of rich history, great culture, possessing wonderful & friendly people. Take care.
15:53 lol. Malaga is actually incredible. It has a vibrant old town, Roman theater, beautiful cathedral, moorish alcazar, hilltop castle, and a beautiful city hall all within walking distance from each other, oh and walking distance from the beach too. Not to mention Picasso’s home, and a Picasso museum.
28:00 because that amazing music i come back to this video again and again. 😍😍 Spanish music is amazing and when that is combined with a Rick Steve video then .. i prefer to watch that more than a movie ... Long live Rick Steve .. long live amazing spanish music.
Deen....Mr Steves I want to congratulate you on a series that is much more then travel writing and contrary to what you said in a segment of this show you are a historian and a educator. Many thanks for this amazing series.
Una Chilena por el mundo........Tengo el privilevio de vivir en Andalucía, Sevilla.....conociendo todas éstas maravillas; dedicarme a la investigación que me une con mis ancestros...... A Chilean by the world........I have the privilege of living in Andalusia, Seville ..... knowing all these wonders; dedicate myself to the research that unites me with my ancestors ........
So true, totally!! Yet, as architecturally incredible as it all is, many still don't know & i think these regions, are still somewhat underrated. They must be shown off to the world, for they're truly mindblowing! For me, Granada & Seville were real showstoppers, but of course, many other Spanish regions too. Take care.
I just returned from Spain. Although we did not visit Andalucia, we must visit it next time! We visited Barcelona and Madrid. Both were lovely, but I enjoyed Barcelona a lot. I am looking forward to visiting Andalucia. It looks absolutely enchanting!
@@oswaldmosley7584 Filipinas en 1898 DEJÓ DE SER PROVINCIA DE España, con la constitución de 1812 ,en esa fecha metió las narices USA como siempre en todas partes ,así que avolió por completo el idioma y la cultura, infórmate bien antes de comentar,también ,Guam, Cuba y Puerto Rico
Hello Salah, i hope you truly enjoyed your time in Sevilla & Southern Spain. Did you get a chance to visit Granada? It's so beautiful & i really love all things architecturally Moorish there. The stunning flora and fauna, the forts, historic buildings, the sun, the food, the general culture. An amazing country & i'd even say, is still quite underrated unfort. Take care. Peace
You know what i noticed and found really amazing?... that not so long ago we were regular and normal human...without cell phones on the hand and just enjoying life and travel....really miss that...
And even longer ago we were living in a feudal caste system of slavery barely surviving. My point being appreciate the present for what it is, the growing pains for the transition of the digital age. However humanly disconnected and ridiculous it may be.
It’s wonderful to revisit these most beautiful parts of Spain in your videos during lock-downs, when we can’t travel, and as Brexit is inflicted upon us in Britain. A great escape.
Been in Andalucia north east for 18 years. Totally fluent and totally integrated. Live in. Tiny Aldea 8 inhabitants way up in the Sierra Segura 1500mtrs. Love it so much I plan TP die here.
@@michealcuba2533 Did you go only on holiday to Castilla-La Mancha or do you live in Andalus now? Can you tell me a bit more about what your experience was like while the country was in lockdown? How did you get to enjoy your travel?
@@rickyrickardo4913 it's incredible. Hope you get your dream one day. I lived in the UK for 40 odd years. I couldn't again. I don't mean offence by this, but I am so happy here in Andalucia I can't imagine leaving. The UK depressed me.
Thank you so much. It’s mainly the bad weather here all year round that’s getting me down a bit lol. I’m determined to move down there some day. Glad you managed too. Wish me luck! 😊❤️
@@rickyrickardo4913 Yeah, good luck, for sure. I would recommend a visit in July August. Just because from June to September the shade temperatures here are up in the mid to late 40s⁰C and humidity is high. Some can't cope with it. I for example tend to take this time off work as it is to physically demanding during these months. Winter time where I am gets the opposite, rain, winds and snow here in the mountains. It is definitely one extreme to another. Anyway, all the best and hope you can make it here as it's incredibly beautiful. Here I'm an hour away from skiing or half hour to the beach. Couldn't be better really. Arrived here by accident and just decided to apply for residency and stayed.
Last night I watched European Christmas and I was ready to go to Germany to shop for truffles tonight I’ve been watching this one and now I want to go to Spain thank you Rick Steves great shows
Tal vez alquien puede decirme como dificil es hacer trabajo para geologo? Industria del petroleo y el gas,parques nacionales,instituciones cientificas? Tengo la oportunidad?
+Croata Chileno Hola Croata Chileno. Me alegra ver que te guste tanto España. Desgraciadamente el paro es un gran problema en España, ni siquiera los españoles son capaces de encontrar trabajo aquí (y mucho menos en Andalucía que es la región española con menos empleo) aunque tú puedes intentarlo, no hay nada imposible. ¡Saludos!
+Croata Chileno si, para trabajos especializados como el tuyo tienes grandes oportunidades. Hay multinacionales españolas, como Cepsa, repsol que necesitan siempre especialistas.Tambien como geologo, puedes encontrar oportunidades en las universidades.Seguro que encontraras empleo ¡¡¡
Twice in Andalucía and still wanna go the third, forth and a bunch of many times. Every time I got there I found that only two short weeks were totally not enough! Echo de menos a la impecable panorama de Ronda, las callejuelas de Sevilla, los patios florecidos de Córdoba, Casas en Albaicín de Granada, y las playas de Málaga. Ver este vídeo es como repetir el viaje a Andalucía y mi gusto por estes lugares se hace más intenso. Ojalá pueda volver en el próximo futuro a esta bellísima tierra que ya ha hecho un pedacito de mi corazón.
The next time take into account that Malaga beaches are probably the worst in Andalucia. Try Cadiz (Bolonia or Alemanes) or Almeria (Cabo de Gata) beaches and you will probably love them!
Your description of the Costa del Sol and the expats there is spot on, I'm howling with laughter. Very enjoyable video, I live a couple of hours from Sevilla and it is one of my favourite cities.
Yes, i laughed so much too! I couldn't live there, as there are way too many British expats. If i visit Spain, i want all things Spanish & not just see hundreds of Brits, spread out across an entire town or region. Just not my cup of tea!! haha No offence intended, but just speaking my truth. Take care.
Lived there for 18 years with a Spanish wife, we adored it. Thanks, Raymond e colgate, y Maria Pilar Gomez Alcedo colgate,, now her ashes are in Medina Andalusia. We lived in Chiclana de la Frontera O
Loved it so much I moved here, 15 years now. 6 or 7 visits across Cantabria, Asturias, Galicia and León I made a trip down south. I saw almost all of Andalucía in 4 months and decided to buy a house and stay. I live inland Costa Del Sol but work in Marbella. I must say I love it most of the time especially my hobbies of hiking and outdoor photography which are incredible experiences. I absolutely love the North though and if I didn't have to work I would be living there near Los Picos De Europa 💕
Lived in Torremolinos for a Year. Andalucia is one of my most favorite places in the world. Paella, gazpacho, sangria, tapas and beautiful baileras rousing the crowd with flamenco. Amo Espana. Amo los gentes del pais. Viva Andalucia!
I am from Kerala, India where spices are cultivated. This was the true destination of Columbus. But it took Vasco da Gama to reach Kerala, at a spot 20 miles from my home. I am thrilled to see the city from where Columbus sailed. In fact, my state Kerala kickstarted the whole era of geographical explorations and I am proud of that
Thank you so much Mr Rick estive your program is amazing people can't afford to go tourist they have chance to see different beautiful places around the word cause of your program
