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Hantavirus cruise ship set to dock in Tenerife as quarantine plan moves aheadThe MV Hondius is due in Granadilla on Saturday, with British passengers also affected by the outbreak and health authorities insisting the risk remains low Spain is preparing to receive the MV Hondius in Tenerife on Saturday after the cruise ship at.. 08/05/2026

Spain wants to ban octopus farming due to their superior intelligenceSpain opens the door to a pioneering law against the breeding and sale of octopuses The long-running debate on animal welfare has moved beyond the usual confines of dogs and cats, extending now into the depths of the ocean. Spain has become a focal.. 08/05/2026

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to expertsEarly summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s been an unsettled and unpredictable start to the year is something of an understatement. Spain welcomed 2026 with a barrage of storms that.. 08/05/2026

Mercadona changes home delivery rules leaving some shoppers stranded in SpainShoppers now face checking store by store across Spain to see whether deliveries are still available Mercadona shoppers across Spain are facing a frustrating new change that could make the weekly supermarket run a lot more complicated, especially.. 08/05/2026

Spanish police pull off biggest cocaine seizure in world historyOne of the raids carried out by Spain’s Guardia Civil resulted in the largest single cocaine seizure ever recorded worldwide The Spanish authorities have announced what is being described as the biggest cocaine seizure ever carried out in a.. 08/05/2026

Ryanair passengers fined more than €10,000 after Ibiza flight chaos forces diversionThe flight from London Stansted to Ibiza was forced to divert to Toulouse after two passengers became abusive Two disruptive passengers who caused chaos onboard a Ryanair flight from London Stansted to Ibiza have been convicted by a French court after.. 08/05/2026

Budget airline battle: Wizz Air fills the gap left by Ryanair in SpainThe Hungarian low-cost airline says it will increase capacity in Spain by 39% as Ryanair continues to cut routes Spain’s low-cost airline market is starting to look very different and Wizz Air is clearly hoping to take advantage of the turbulence.. 08/05/2026

TOWIE star Jake Hall found dead following Mallorca villa party tragedyThe former reality TV personality and fashion entrepreneur was found dead at a rented property in Santa Margalida after what investigators believe may have been a tragic accident British reality television star Jake Hall has died in Mallorca, Spain.. 08/05/2026

Common mistakes when choosing health insurance and how to avoid them Choosing health insurance is one of the most important decisions for ensuring wellbeing and peace of mind. However, many people make mistakes when taking out a policy that can result in less security when facing unforeseen circumstances.  .. 07/05/2026

These are the 12 beaches in Spain that have lost their Blue Flag status for 2026Overcrowding, poor maintenance and safety concerns are among the reasons some of Spain’s best-known beaches lost the distinction Spain may still top the world rankings for Blue Flag beaches in 2026, but not every stretch of coastline managed.. 07/05/2026

Spain prepares for Pope Leo XIV's landmark visit this JuneThe Pontiff will travel through Madrid, Barcelona, Gran Canaria and Tenerife on his 6-day trip After weeks of rumours and speculation, the Vatican has finally confirmed Pope Leo XIV’s full itinerary for his long-awaited visit to Spain this June.. 07/05/2026

Airport chaos in Lanzarote leaves dozens of passengers stranded after border system crashNon-EU travellers, including Britons, faced delays and missed flights after passport controls failed Dozens of passengers missed their flights from Lanzarote Airport on Monday morning after a failure in the automated passport control system caused major.. 07/05/2026

Temperatures plummet as storms approach: Spain weather forecast May 7-10An Atlantic storm is heading straight for Spain and forecasters are warning of heavy rain and possible hailstorms Weather alerts on Thursday May 7    It's looking like a pretty unsettled weekend ahead, with a narrow trough already.. 07/05/2026

Repsol extends its fuel discount scheme in Spain until the end of MayWith petrol and diesel prices still painfully high, drivers in Spain using the Waylet app could save a packet at the pump With fuel prices in Spain still under pressure from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Repsol has extended its discount.. 06/05/2026

Bioparc Valencia says goodbye to Negombo, one of Europe's longest-living Sri Lankan leopardsThe much-loved big cat arrived at the Spanish park back in 2009 and his offspring continue to thrive in zoos across Europe Bioparc Valencia has announced the death of Negombo, a male Sri Lankan leopard who spent more than 15 years at the park and.. 06/05/2026

Spain's tourism holds steady as visitor spending climbs despite global uncertaintyMarch figures show rising tourist spend and strong UK demand, with Andalucía leading growth Spain’s tourism sector continues to show resilience, with new figures confirming a steady rise in both visitor numbers and spending as the year gets.. 06/05/2026

Spain makes history with 677 Blue Flag beaches, 35 more than in 2025The Valencian Community holds onto its reign with an incredible 151 Blue Flag awards this year Spain has cemented its position as the world leader in Blue Flag beaches with a record-breaking 677 awards for 2026. That’s 35 more than last year.. 05/05/2026

Freed Spanish detainee from Global Sumud Flotilla returns to Spain: 'They put us in a floating concentration camp'Salim Malla, who has returned safely to Spain, was frank about the treatment of captors at the hands of Israeli forces and reaffirmed the need for governments and the EU to press for the release of the remaining two captives   Airport arrivals.. 05/05/2026

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT SpainRising oil prices in Spain mean it's time to start driving smarter and these new habits could save you a fortune With Brent crude oil creeping towards $96 a barrel amid ongoing instability in the Middle East and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.. 05/05/2026

Spain supermarket savings: 3 simple changes that can drastically cut your billFrom shopping lists to store brands, a few simple changes can cut costs by up to 40% in supermarkets across Spain Spain’s supermarket prices have been creeping up for a while now and it’s something most households are feeling at the checkout.. 05/05/2026