Almería is located in south eastern Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. Despite its rugged landscape and shortage of fertile soil, Almeria has managed, with a good irrigation system, to become an important growth area and as visitors drive through the province, they will see polythene tunnels packed with produce. The area is almost totally dependent on this industry.

Almería has an international airport and the largest naturist beach in Europe (also surrounded by naturist accommodations) called El Playazo. Almeria is the driest region in Europe as well as one of the warmest with an average annual temperature of 19 degrees. Due to its arid landscape, numerous 'spaghetti westerns' were filmed in Almeria.

One of Almería's most famous natural spots is the Cabo de Gata natural park. The Cabo de Gata natural park extends to Níjar, Almeria and Carboneras. Its small localities, previously dedicated to fishing, have become tourism spots for those looking for nature. The province of Almeria may initially appear to be a barren desert-like landscape but it is the Andalucian province with the longest stretch of beaches.