The Local Spain

How much will it cost to travel around Spain this Easter? Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:26:30 +0100 The start of Easter in Spain is just two weeks away. For anyone planning on travelling here during the holidays, here's what you need to know about how much it will cost you.

Spain court rejects trial for ex-govt leader over deadly 2024 floods Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:07:02 +0100 A Spanish court on Monday rejected a bid to put Valencia's former regional president on trial over his handling of deadly 2024 floods, ruling there was no evidence of a legal violation.

What you should know about the EU's plan to tap your savings Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:17:14 +0100 Europe is in great need of money and the EU's plan to get hold of it is to tap the trillions of euros of EU citizens' savings. But will it work?

How will the war in Iran affect the property market in Spain? Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:38:54 +0100 It may seem like the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US and Israel is happening far away, but it’s already starting to affect life in Spain, including the property market.

What are the rules on tipping in Spain? Thu, 09 Jan 2020 13:42:03 +0100 In some countries not tipping is practically an insult, while in others leaving cash can cause offence - so what does etiquette dictate when it comes to leaving a tip in Spain?

Can establishments in Spain force you to pay with card? Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:51:38 +0100 Paying by card in Spain is becoming increasingly common, particularly in big cities. In fact most transactions are now paid electronically, rather than in cash, but can places force you to pay with card?

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:29:45 +0100 Far-right loses speed in Castilla y León election, Spain vs Argentina 'Finalissima' clash cancelled, second fastest ever women's marathon time set in Barcelona and more news from Spain this Monday March 16th.

Where in Europe are people likely to live longer? Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:20:07 +0100 Life expectancy data reveals that people are living longer in Europe on average, but major differences in gender and geography remain.

Are Spaniards really that bad at queuing? Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:18:24 +0200 While the British are famous for their love of forming orderly lines, the stereotype from abroad is that Spaniards are impatient and incapable of queuing properly. Here's why foreigners have it all wrong.

Everything you need to know about Valencia's Fallas festival in 2026 Wed, 01 Sep 2021 11:10:11 +0200 Valencia’s fiery Fallas festival is currently taking place in the eastern Spanish city until March 19th. Here’s everything you need to know about this year's amazing event.

Which European countries have the toughest rules for citizenship in 2026? Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:20:18 +0100 Many countries across Europe have tightened citizenship rules in recent years, but which have the toughest for gaining citizenship in 2026?

Autónomo in Spain: Essential vocab for foreign self-employed workers Thu, 17 Oct 2024 09:49:56 +0200 If you're newly self-employed in Spain, you'll have to get your head around the rules and forms to fill out, but also all the new Spanish work vocabulary. Here are some key words you need to know as an 'aútonomo/a' in Spain.

What to consider when deciding where to retire to in Spain in 2026 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:15:55 +0100 If you’re thinking about retiring to Spain this year, but don’t know where you want to base yourself yet, here's what you need to consider first.

Your views: 'This has been the rainiest winter since I moved to Spain' Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:19:42 +0100 Traditionally winters are dry in much of Spain. It’s the springs and autumns which are typically the wettest, but this winter has been different. This is what you think of the weather this year so far.

Americans in Europe: US finally slashes citizenship renunciation fee Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:01:02 +0100 Following a long campaign by Americans abroad, the US State Department has finally announced that it will soon slash the high $2,350 citizenship renunciation fee by 80 percent.

Spain to allow unions and NGOs to do residency paperwork on behalf of migrants Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:10:17 +0100 A new electronic registry will allow trade unions and NGOs to complete immigration paperwork on behalf of migrants, as the country aims to regularise more than half a million undocumented migrants in the coming months.

Middle East war: Spain plans measures to combat soaring energy prices Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:48:11 +0100 Spain's leftist government on Thursday said it would soon present a plan to contain the Middle East war's impact on Spanish electricity and fuel prices.

Sleepless Morrissey blames Spain's noisy Fallas for cancelling gig Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:17:44 +0100 British singer Morrissey on Thursday cancelled his concert in Valencia due to "lack of sleep" caused by the noise of the famous Fallas festival, currently underway in the eastern Spanish city.

The new rules for discounted or free prosthetics and wheelchairs in Spain Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:34:25 +0100 A royal decree widening access to healthcare in Spain will also align co-payment systems, expanding access to discounted and free prosthetics and wheelchairs for around 7 million people in the country.

Spain cites Israeli 'insults' in decision to withdraw ambassador Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:17:08 +0100 Spain on Thursday explained its decision to permanently withdraw its ambassador to Israel, citing repeated "insults and slanders" by the country.