If you are going to be travelling with a budget airline – then suitcase weight is paramount. We supply guest toiletries to tide you over until you can shop locally – so you can leave at home your shampoos and shower gels. Hairdyers are available in the accommodation as are guest robes for your convenience.

Medications: We are nearly 3000ft above sea level and due to the experience of a previous guest we recommend asthma or respiratory sufferers to check with their doctor before their trip to ensure their medications are suitable for this altitude and also the Olive tree pollen (around May).  Don’t forget your EHIC card  that has replaced the E111. For all UK guests, details can be found www.ehic.org.uk.

Sun Protection: The sun in Spain is very strong – I know you have probably heard it all before but it is!! We highly recommend a good pair of sunglasses (even in the winter). A hat and high factor  sun cream/spray/block to start you off as you may find that sunscreen is cheaper here in spain. During the summer months the temperatures reach 40C and the sun it at its peak between 2 and 4. For an up to date weather forecast visit http://www.eltiempo.es/alcala-la-real.html

Camera: Capture your holiday as it unfolds. A permanent reminder of the ‘real spain’

Binoculars: The vista from the terrace is fabulous – see it in more detail with a pair of binoculars and take with you on your sightseeing trips.

Tea bags: Tea drinkers may find that bringing their own favourite brand of teabags with them may be the solution than in trying to find a suitable Spanish alternative. Coffee drinkers will find a vast  and enjoyable selection of great coffee to choose from.