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The kites of hundreds of kite surfers fill the sky and the sails of the windsurfers skip across the water as they race downwind. Attracted by the strong winds which buffet the Andalusian coastline windsurfers, kite surfers and surfers flock to the town of Tarifa to indulge in their chosen sport. With all these young adventure seekers in town the nightlife in Tarifa is lively, exciting and usually last until dawn. With this guide we will show you the best bars in Tarifa to relax in or party the night away.

Sherry, dry and aromatic is ideal to have as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to some mid-afternoon tapas. Appreciated the world over, this typical Spanish wine is produced in the province of Cadiz, reason enough to visit the wineries and bodegas of the region and learn a little more about this liquid gold during your next visit to Jerez, Cadiz or Tarifa.

Africa is closer to home than you might think. Not only are large quantities of our genetic code hypothesised to come from here, but if you’re on holiday here in Tarifa, southern Spain, you can actually see it on a good day. And as you watch the hills roll into sea, the continent seems just a sea breath away: so close you could reach out and touch it. Fortunately, the ferry from Tarifa, Spain, to Morocco allows you to do just that.

In Tarifa, southern Spain, kitesurfing (or kiteboarding, as it’s often called) is a cult pastime. Why? At Point Tarifa, the southernmost point of all of continental Europe, the calm Mediterranean rushes up to meet the voracious Atlantic, lending itself to Tarifa’s excellent kitesurfing conditions and moniker of “The Windy City”. This “Mecca of wind” has even hosted the World Kiteboard Championships.

Sometimes, what you want more than anything in the world is to get away from it all, lie back and relax. Tarifa, close to Cádiz, is an idyllic town in southern Spain, on the Costa de la Luz (“Coast of Light”). Sound good? Without further hesitation, then, here’s this week's top apartment in Tarifa.

The origins of tapas have been much debated. One of the most widely accepted theories is that it used to be made from shreds of bread with cheese and salami that were used to cover up wine glasses to stop insects from getting in. Other versions say that tapas was designed to prevent having to drink on an empty stomach.

The summer solstice, also known in Spain as the night of San Juan, is one of the largest celebrations on Spanish calendars, and has been considered since the dawn of time to be a magic date. Every year, on the 23rd of July, bonfires and fireworks welcome in the beginning of summer.

From the 18th to the 20th of May, Tarifa will be celebrating the Bicentenary of the Siege of Tarifa, with historical re-enactments that will take the city back to the beginning of the 19th century. Tighten your belts!

The Carnival of Cadiz is one of the biggest in the world. Thousands of visitors gather in the city allured by the humour, the colour and the cheek of the people and their celebrations. And this year is going to be no different. From the 16th to the 26th of February, the entire city of Cadiz will be transformed into an enormous stage to celebrate this famous carnival.

Passion knows no time or season. And for many, surf is an all year round vocation. To confront the sea, skim the ocean backwash and stand on the crest of the waves, a dream come true with a board beneath your feet. This sport has found its natural habitat in the surrounding areas on the coast of Cadiz.

How does a few days in Tarifa sound? Whether it’ for celebrating Halloween or “Tosantos” (All Saints Day as it is known in Cadiz), or quite simply because you just want to escape your usual routine and enjoy the many charms of the town of Tarifa. With its beautiful landscapes and wide variety of sports activities on offer, we’re convinced that you won’t regret it.

In the narrowest area of the Gibraltar Strait, Tarifa is one of the best tourist destinations in Cadiz. Surrounded by beaches, mountains and natural parks, it has a lovely climate and at this time of year the temperatures are very pleasant.