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How Spain's Balearics plan to curb overtourism with flight limits Mon, 11 May 2026 15:55:29 +0200 For the last few years, residents of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera have been fighting against overtourism, leading to several mass protests. Now, a radical new plan has been put forward.

Boycotting Spain will not show Eurovision on TV Mon, 11 May 2026 15:07:54 +0200 The public broadcasters for Spain, Ireland and Slovenia said Monday they will not show the 70th anniversary Eurovision Song Contest this week, as they boycott the TV extravaganza over Israel's participation.

What's the story behind Madrid's San Isidro fiesta? Mon, 13 May 2019 09:48:43 +0200 For people from the Spanish capital, May 15th is one of the biggest and most important days in the calendar. And with good reason.

Spain says it took 'all measures' to stop hantavirus amid new positive cases Mon, 11 May 2026 11:56:37 +0200 Spanish authorities on Monday said they took "all measures" to prevent hantavirus spreading from evacuees on a cruise ship hit by the virus, after French and US nationals tested positive.

How your annual tax declaration changes when you buy a property in Spain Mon, 11 May 2026 10:59:52 +0200 If you bought a property in Spain last year and you're a tax resident, it's mandatory to declare this on your income tax return. Here's how.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 11 May 2026 08:55:31 +0200 Barça claim La Liga title with Clásico win over Real Madrid, two suspected Hantavirus cases in Barcelona and Alicante test negative and more news on Monday, May 11th.

Covid flashbacks haunt Spain's Canary Islands as hantavirus ship docks Mon, 11 May 2026 09:09:43 +0200 Six years after registering Spain's first Covid case, locals in the Canary Islands are both worried and angry about the arrival of a cruise ship struck by a deadly hantavirus outbreak, reviving painful memories.

US and French citizens on hantavirus ship that docked in Spain test positive Mon, 11 May 2026 08:35:25 +0200 An American national and a French woman evacuated from the cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak have tested positive, officials said Monday, as the complex operation to repatriate those on board continued.

Evacuation of hantavirus-hit ship begins in Spain's Canary Islands Sun, 10 May 2026 08:59:02 +0200 The occupants of a cruise ship struck by a deadly hantavirus outbreak began leaving the vessel in Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday, amid growing international concern about the rare disease.

GUIDE: How to complete Spain's annual tax return Tue, 12 Apr 2022 16:09:22 +0200 You must complete your 2025-2026 'Declaración de la Renta' (annual income tax return) before June 30th 2026. This step-by-step guide can help you complete the process.

EU issues ultimatum to Spain over non-resident property tax Mon, 04 May 2026 15:08:39 +0200 Brussels has again called out Madrid for taxing second home owners in Spain unfairly, giving them two months to take action or face litigation from the European Court of Justice.

WHO chief tells Spain's Tenerife that risk from hantavirus-hit ship 'low' Sat, 09 May 2026 08:19:50 +0200 The WHO chief told the people of Tenerife Saturday that the risk to them from an arriving cruise ship hit with a deadly hantavirus outbreak was "low".

Two Spanish civil guards killed in drug chase crash Sat, 09 May 2026 10:33:37 +0200 Spain's Civil Guard said two of its officers were killed on Friday after their boats collided while chasing suspected drug traffickers in the Atlantic.

Inside Spain: What the UK Embassy says about Brits' residency card renewal Sat, 09 May 2026 10:19:38 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain, we delve further into the problem of Brits being turned away when trying to renew their residency cards before expiry, what the UK Embassy has to say about it and how Spain isn't the only country struggling with this.

EU Commission clarifies flight compensation rights amid travel disruption Sat, 09 May 2026 09:32:59 +0200 The European Commission on Friday clarified rules on air passenger rights given possible fuel shortages and travel disruption amid conflict in the Middle East.

How does Spain's tax agency detect fraudulent declarations? Thu, 15 May 2025 17:21:59 +0200 If you live in Spain, you’ll need to be fully aware of all the tax implications and make sure you adhere to the rules, otherwise you may be fined or worse. Here's how the Spanish tax agency finds out if you're not declaring properly.

Spain finds suspected hantavirus case in Alicante Fri, 08 May 2026 16:15:02 +0200 Spanish authorities said Friday a woman had been tested for suspected hantavirus after travelling on the same flight as a Dutch woman who stayed on the MV Hondius cruise ship and later died from the virus.

Americans in Spain: Digital Nomad Visa changes and celebrating US independence Fri, 08 May 2026 08:55:08 +0200 In this latest edition of our Americans in Spain newsletter we cover positive changes for Americans wanting to apply for Spain's Digital Nomad Visa and Spain’s summer plans to celebrate its role in 250 years of American independence.

How Spain has changed its laws to give children of all ages a voice Fri, 08 May 2026 10:51:16 +0200 Spain’s Law on the Protection of Minors against Violence has undergone a reform with several key changes announced, including the fact that all children must now be heard in legal proceedings.

Flamenco, horses and sherry: Jerez's Feria del Caballo Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:19:14 +0200 The swish of a flamenco skirt, the soft beat of hooves drumming on the roads and the smell of sweet sherry, these are the senses you'll experience at Jerez de la Frontera’s Feria del Caballo in May, a worthy alternative to Seville's busy April Fair.