by Robert Abramson

In a lot of ways Algeciras is a normal seaside town with a nice plaza and church, but its position at the Spanish side of the Straits of Gibraltar and a short 18 miles from Africa-only 2 1/2 hour by ferry to Tangier-are the strongest influences on the activities of the town. As examples, the many booking agencies facing the street, the hotels busy with departures and arrivals of guests in a variety of clothing styles, and the hash sellers on the waterfront at night competing with ... (more)