4 independent reviews for Sierra Nevada winter walking vacation in Spain
Reviews for Sierra Nevada winter walking vacation in Spain
Heather O review 14 Mar 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Chris and the other guides - Kiersten, Sean and Yennis were professional and also very knowledgeable about all the local flora and fauna. The group dynamic was perfect - 3 solo travelers and 3 couples and we all got along really well. The walks were varied ranging from the ups and downs of the rocky Alpujarran paths, to the ochre headlands of the coast, and the wonderful almond blossom of the Contraviesa. Views of the snow-capped distant peaks were wonderful.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Be reasonably fit as there was no rest day mid-week. Take warm clothes as temperatures varied quite a lot. Also take good walking boots with good grip and ankle support.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, Casa Ana staff are all people who live locally and are not just seasonal, and the owner lives there permanently. We ate at a local bar one evening. Casa Ana is a typical Alpujarran house lovingly restored over several years using traditional methods and local builders.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
A great way to get some winter sunshine away from the tourist hordes, while staying fit, and enjoying excellent cuisine and good company.Yvonne Hosker review 5 Mar 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Variety of beautiful walks2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Check you are capable of the grade of walk3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Money into the local economy - coach co., bars and local residents ( mostly ex-pats)4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Excellent as the standard of food and accommodation was a treat for meRuth Anderson review 19 Feb 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Hiking2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Be able to hike for several hours and over long, steep ascents3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Jennifer Taylor review 24 Feb 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
The accommodation is a lovely place amidst magnificent scenery but the welcome from Anne and her team and attention to their guests' comfort was outstanding.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Just enjoy the lovely accommodation, the excellent food and wine and walking through lovely countryside.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes - local food was beautifully prepared with regional wines supporting smaller producers. There was a strong ethos of caring for the countryside and respecting the local people.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Excellent. A memorable week. I would definitely highly recommend to friends and family.Holiday Reviews
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