What's the latest on rollout of Eurostar, Eurotunnel and Dover EES border checks?Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:28:48 +0100 The roll out of Europe's EES biometric border system was due to be stepped up this week across Europe, but what does that mean for travellers heading between France and the UK via Dover, the Eurotunnel or Eurostar terminals? | |
What does anti-squatter insurance cover in Spain?Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:14:27 +0100 Many foreigners with property in Spain are shocked to hear about the legal protections Spanish law offers squatters who illegally occupy homes. Fortunately, there are new insurance policies in Spain that cover against squatting, but how do they work? | |
How to spot restaurants in Spain that are tourist trapsMon, 08 Jul 2024 11:46:00 +0200 If eating and drinking what the locals have and paying the right price for it matters to you, there are several tell tale signs that certain restaurants in Spain are tourist traps only in it for the money. | |
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias accused of 'human trafficking'Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:30:13 +0100 New details have emerged regarding the criminal complaint filed by two former employees of veteran Spanish singer Julio Iglesias. They've accused him of "human trafficking" and "forced labour", according to advocacy groups supporting the women. | |
Can you sign over your Spanish property to your children without paying tax?Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:19:39 +0100 Is there really a legal way of avoiding inheritance tax by passing your property onto your children while you're still alive? Some lawyers in Spain claim so. | |
Two-day doctors' strike kicks off across SpainWed, 14 Jan 2026 11:52:05 +0100 Public healthcare doctors across Spain will stop working on Wednesday January 14th and Thursday 15th to protest a new law which they fear will worsen their work conditions. | |
What will happen to property prices in Spain's Málaga in 2026?Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:16:26 +0100 Thinking of buying a home in Málaga province this year? Find out what you can expect in terms of property prices moving forward, and where the cheapest and most profitable neighbourhoods are. | |
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on WednesdayWed, 14 Jan 2026 09:57:25 +0100 Spain summons Iran ambassador over protest crackdown, two cancer patients die in Spain due to a medication mix-up and more news on Wednesday January 14th. | |
Can I share a Spanish bank account with my partner or children?Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:14:38 +0100 Sharing a bank account with a family member is possible in Spain but there are tax risks and other problems that could arise, including the recent news that authorities are closely monitoring bank accounts shared between parents and children. | |
LISTED: The most in-demand jobs in Spain in 2026Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:32:10 +0100 Professional social network and job site LinkedIn has released its ranking of the 25 jobs with the greatest potential for growth in 2026. Find out what they are if you hope to improve your career in Spain this year. | |
Why Tuesday 13th is the day of bad luck in SpainFri, 13 Dec 2019 10:46:35 +0100 It's not Friday 13th that is considered a day of bad luck in Spain but Tuesday 13th. Read on to find out why as well as some of the strangest Spanish superstitions. | |
Spain to offer 100 percent tax rebate to landlords who don't raise rentsTue, 13 Jan 2026 10:54:06 +0100 Spain's Prime Minister on Monday promised a personal income tax rebate to landlords who don't raise their tenants' rents, as well as vowing to clamp down on the practice of temporary and room rentals in the country. | |
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on TuesdayTue, 13 Jan 2026 09:58:26 +0100 Spain makes largest-ever cocaine seizure at sea, five arrested for burglary of luxury Costa del Sol homes, Spain's right wing close to an absolute majority and more news on Tuesday January 13th. | |
Six essential ways to tackle winter like a true SpaniardThu, 07 Jan 2021 15:59:24 +0100 From what to wear to what to order, we've got the tips to help you blend in like a local as the mercury drops across Spain. | |
Spanish Expression of the Day: La cuesta de eneroMon, 12 Jan 2026 14:19:15 +0100 After Christmas, this is an experience a lot of us in Spain and elsewhere go through. | |
What we know about Pope Leo's planned visit to Spain in 2026Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:02:06 +0100 The Pope is expected to visit Spain this year and will travel to three locations within the country. Leo XIV will be the first pontiff to officially visit Spain in 15 years. | |
'Damaging': Hoteliers urge Spain to fix long EES queues at airportsMon, 12 Jan 2026 12:24:21 +0100 Hoteliers and tourism bosses are calling for more police and fully functioning passport control machines at Spanish airports to fix the problem of long waits for Brits and other non-EU tourists since the rollout of the EU’s new Entry Exit System. | |
Why do Scotland and Tenerife have the same flag?Fri, 14 Jun 2024 17:23:53 +0200 The flag of Scotland and the Spanish island of Tenerife are practically the same. Sheer coincidence, historical explanation or conspiracy theory? | |
Why Airbnb is investing millions in 'Empty Spain'Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:09:05 +0100 Holiday let platform Airbnb has announced a €42.8 million investment to attract tourists to rural Spain, much of it in places affected by depopulation known as 'La España Vaciada' (Empty Spain). | |
Today In Spain: A roundup of the latest news on MondayMon, 12 Jan 2026 09:33:46 +0100 House prices soar by 80 percent in one year in Catalan town, Spanish doctors prepare February strike and more news on Monday January 12th. | |