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The EU is capping cash payments at €10,000 from 2027, but Spain already has stricter rules in place

Tue, 22.09.26 - 07:47

SPANISH NEWS

New rules mean your work contract has to tell you a lot more from next month

Mon, 21.09.26 - 13:59

SPANISH NEWS

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorter

Mon, 21.09.26 - 04:25

SPANISH NEWS

A 'Godzilla' El Niño is building: What does it mean for Spain?

Tue, 22.09.26 - 10:45

SPANISH NEWS

Tenerife's Siam Park has just been named Europe's best water park for the 15th year in a row

Fri, 25.09.26 - 11:34

WEATHER

Spain weather forecast September 24-27: Autumn arrives with temperatures close to 40�C

MURCIA

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

ALICANTE

Missing Benidorm Brit found watching football in a pub next to his own missing poster

ANDALUCIA

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

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SPANISH NEWS

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Tenerife's Siam Park has just been named Europe's best water park for the 15th year in a row

Fri, 25.09.26 - 11:34

No other park has managed to knock it off the top spot since the awards began, and three of its slides are now in the Eu...

British musician offers to buy Madrid home to stop 87-year-old woman's eviction

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:08

James Rhodes tried to find a way for an 87-year-old woman to remain in the flat where she has lived since 1956 Br...

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

These are officially Europe's cheapest and priciest airlines to fly with

British man fighting for his life after suffering a seizure on a family holiday in Lanzarote

France is running out of petrol�?� Could Spain be next?

Spain weather forecast September 24-27: Autumn arrives with temperatures close to 40�C

Flight from Manchester to Tenerife diverted to Lisbon after mid-air disturbance turns journey into an overnight saga

WATCH! Spain launches new campaign tackling stigma and guilt around abortion

Tenerife's Siam Park has just been named Europe's best water park for the 15th year in a row

Fri, 25.09.26 - 11:34

No other park has managed to knock it off the top spot since the awards began, and three of its slides are now in the Eu...

British musician offers to buy Madrid home to stop 87-year-old woman's eviction

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:08

James Rhodes tried to find a way for an 87-year-old woman to remain in the flat where she has lived since 1956 Br...

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

These are officially Europe's cheapest and priciest airlines to fly with

British musician offers to buy Madrid home to stop 87-year-old woman's eviction

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:08

James Rhodes tried to find a way for an 87-year-old woman to remain in the flat where she has lived since 1956 Br...

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

Thu, 24.09.26 - 09:09

Founded by a British expat, the agency guides newcomers through every step of settling into the historic Andalucí...

British stroke survivor celebrates first anniversary of thriving Seville Expat Agency

Spanish property prices are rising three times faster than wages

Invest in your healthcare in Spain

These are officially Europe's cheapest and priciest airlines to fly with

Thu, 24.09.26 - 12:22

New AirAdvisor study ranks 23 carriers, and Spain's own Iberia lands comfortably in the cheaper half If you'r...

Spain's next total solar eclipse is already sending flight bookings soaring

Wed, 23.09.26 - 07:05

The 2027 total solar eclipse will sweep across southern Spain with some locations getting almost five minutes of total d...

Flights to Spain could cost �150 more by 2050 under new UK climate proposals

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

British stroke survivor celebrates first anniversary of thriving Seville Expat Agency

Gran Canaria's most beloved festival just got national recognition

Wed, 24.06.26 - 14:22

The Fiesta del Pino in Teror, which draws over 200,000 people every September, has been declared a Festival of National ...

Books and culture take centre stage across Spain on April 23

Mon, 20.04.26 - 10:00

Andalucía leads celebrations with events, readings and a nationwide love of literature April 23 is World Book ...

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Wetherspoon is already opening its 2nd and 3rd pubs in Spain! Here's where...

Sant Jordi festival, Barcelona: Where St Georges Day is celebrated in Spain

Spain weather forecast September 24-27: Autumn arrives with temperatures close to 40�C

Thu, 24.09.26 - 06:11

Temperatures could reach 38°C in parts of southern Spain as the week's hottest spell peaks on Thursday and Frida...

A 'Godzilla' El Niño is building: What does it mean for Spain?

Tue, 22.09.26 - 10:45

Sea temperatures in the tropical Pacific are rising rapidly, with forecasters watching closely to see how the unusual ev...

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorter

Red alert issued in Murcia as storms bring flooding and disruption across Spain

Find the perfect spot in the sun or shade with this clever map

MURCIA TODAY

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EasyJet adds new Liverpool flights from Corvera for summer 2027

Fri, 25.09.26 - 12:06

The twice-weekly service will give Murcia passengers another direct link with the UK EasyJet is adding a new dire...

Caravaca's historic San José convent reopens after year-long restoration

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:45

The former Convent of San José will reopen with a special concert by early music group Cantoría One...

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Twin oryx calves born at Terra Natura Murcia bring the park's herd to 23

Lorca residents could hear sonic booms during Spanish Air Force exercises

Jumilla opens the doors to its famous wine route this autumn

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

Work begins on site of 430 new homes on Mazarrón beach

Two dead after migrant boat found drifting off Cabo de Palos

Murcia Region given six months to cut GP waiting times

EasyJet adds new Liverpool flights from Corvera for summer 2027

Fri, 25.09.26 - 12:06

The twice-weekly service will give Murcia passengers another direct link with the UK EasyJet is adding a new dire...

Caravaca's historic San José convent reopens after year-long restoration

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:45

The former Convent of San José will reopen with a special concert by early music group Cantoría One...

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Lorca residents could hear sonic booms during Spanish Air Force exercises

Jumilla opens the doors to its famous wine route this autumn

Holiday rental licences on the Costa Cálida: What buyers need to know in 2026

Wed, 09.09.26 - 09:40

Spainora explains what buyers need to know before investing in a holiday rental in the Region of Murcia and beyond ...

Vera is getting an AVE station: What it means for buyers

Tue, 25.08.26 - 08:15

Vera-Almanzora will be one of only four AVE stations on the new 198-kilometre line For years, the pro...

South-facing La Torre Golf Resort apartment on the market for just €164,999

Buying in Spain? Choosing a firm that's both a Gestoría and a law firm could save you time, money and stress

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansion

Lorca residents could hear sonic booms during Spanish Air Force exercises

Fri, 25.09.26 - 07:06

Supersonic flights are expected during planned exercises from Monday September 28 to Thursday October 8 People li...

Work begins on site of 430 new homes on Mazarrón beach

Thu, 24.09.26 - 10:35

The land beside El Gachero is being cleaned up but several planning approvals are still needed before building can start...

€132 million investment approved for Murcia-Lorca high-speed railway

Murals unveiled in Águilas to celebrate the centenary of actor Paco Rabal

Remains of 2,500-year-old tower discovered near Alhama de Murcia

Two dead after migrant boat found drifting off Cabo de Palos

Thu, 24.09.26 - 09:35

Rescuers found 17 people on the small boat after receiving an alert from a nearby cruise ship Two migrants have d...

Mar Menor court ruling over brine dump equivalent to 64 Olympic swimming pools

Wed, 23.09.26 - 11:46

A Torre Pacheco agricultural company has been held responsible for part of the nitrate pollution entering the lagoon bet...

La Manga weddings are keeping the resort busy long after summer ends

Cartagena cuts bike hire prices and widens who gets a discount

Travel back in time as Los Alcázares brings its history to life

Caravaca's historic San José convent reopens after year-long restoration

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:45

The former Convent of San José will reopen with a special concert by early music group Cantoría One...

Jumilla opens the doors to its famous wine route this autumn

Fri, 25.09.26 - 06:43

Bodegas Luzón's Vendimia Abierta is just one of the experiences waiting for visitors exploring the wineries a...

Jumilla's famous Monastrell and a booming UK market bring good news for Murcia grapes

Annual August fiestas in Jumilla awarded National Tourist Interest status

New viewing area for landmark geological site in Caravaca

EasyJet adds new Liverpool flights from Corvera for summer 2027

Fri, 25.09.26 - 12:06

The twice-weekly service will give Murcia passengers another direct link with the UK EasyJet is adding a new dire...

Huge bull sparks panic after jumping barrier at Murcia bullring

Tue, 22.09.26 - 10:13

The 508kg animal caused chaos after twice clearing the barrier during the Feria de Murcia bullfight An enormous 5...

Region of Murcia offers free intercity transport for World Car-Free Day

Montessori British School's Nomad programme brings flexible online learning to families on the move

Terra Natura Murcia wraps up its most successful summer on record

ALICANTE TODAY

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Missing Benidorm Brit found watching football in a pub next to his own missing poster

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:06

Geoff Cumiskey, 58, had his family fearing the worst after disappearing without his passport, phone or money following a...

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Fri, 25.09.26 - 09:47

Helmets, gloves, reflective vests and new overtaking rules are among the changes coming into force next week A se...

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

Injured sea turtle rescued from Torrevieja beach

Covid cases jump 125% in just one week across the Valencian Community

Heat linked to 586 deaths across Valencia region this summer

Alicante weekend weather September 24-27: Temperatures keep climbing

Alicante's hidden desert where you can walk through dunes beside the Mediterranean

Torrevieja Greenway set for huge €77,000 repair project

Flights to Spain could cost �150 more by 2050 under new UK climate proposals

Missing Benidorm Brit found watching football in a pub next to his own missing poster

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:06

Geoff Cumiskey, 58, had his family fearing the worst after disappearing without his passport, phone or money following a...

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Fri, 25.09.26 - 09:47

Helmets, gloves, reflective vests and new overtaking rules are among the changes coming into force next week A se...

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

Injured sea turtle rescued from Torrevieja beach

Covid cases jump 125% in just one week across the Valencian Community

Injured sea turtle rescued from Torrevieja beach

Thu, 24.09.26 - 11:19

Beach cleaners spotted the animal early Tuesday morning and alerted Torrevieja's environmental police An inju...

Covid cases jump 125% in just one week across the Valencian Community

Thu, 24.09.26 - 11:01

The rise in coronavirus cases has so far not resulted in a significant increase in hospital admissions Data from ...

Alicante's hidden desert where you can walk through dunes beside the Mediterranean

Torrevieja Greenway set for huge €77,000 repair project

New veterinary voucher proposed to help struggling pet owners in Torrevieja

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Thu, 07.05.26 - 11:53

When considering taking out a health insurance policy, many people wonder at what age it is best to do so. Is it wor...

Missing Benidorm Brit found watching football in a pub next to his own missing poster

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:06

Geoff Cumiskey, 58, had his family fearing the worst after disappearing without his passport, phone or money following a...

Benidorm's bars and restaurants are being held up as a climate change model for the rest of Spain

Tue, 22.09.26 - 09:48

More than 140 establishments have joined a national sustainability initiative and the data behind their efforts is ...

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Keeping homes and businesses clean across Alicante and the Costa Blanca just got easier with Clean Now

Global Relocation: Making your move to Spain stress-free

Alicante airport is heading into winter with new routes, record summer numbers and serious expansion plans

Mon, 21.09.26 - 10:31

With 5% growth projected for the winter season and over 14.7 million passengers already through the doors this year, the...

Foreign pickpocket gang arrested at Alicante Airport after targeting travellers

Fri, 18.09.26 - 10:07

National Police say the suspects were part of an itinerant group travelling to Spain to commit thefts Three forei...

Alicante Airport gets €868 million investment as Spain freezes airport fees

UK air traffic control problem caused hours of chaos at Alicante airport yesterday, but flights are back on track

Alicante Airport heads for 20 million passengers after record August

Thu, 17.09.26 - 09:08

The Costa Blanca gateway has already handled almost 15 million passengers this year Alicante-Elche Miguel Hern&aa...

Alicante Airport gets €868 million investment as Spain freezes airport fees

Wed, 16.09.26 - 06:45

The Costa Blanca airport is set for major terminal and airfield improvements as passenger numbers continue to soar ...

UK air traffic control problem caused hours of chaos at Alicante airport yesterday, but flights are back on track

Alicante train station to get major upgrade by spring 2027

Business as usual for Seguro Parking despite recent Alicante Airport disruption

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Fri, 25.09.26 - 09:47

Helmets, gloves, reflective vests and new overtaking rules are among the changes coming into force next week A se...

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

Thu, 24.09.26 - 13:43

Some stores are testing a system that could change how you pack away your shopping at the till If you shop at Mercado...

Covid cases jump 125% in just one week across the Valencian Community

Flights to Spain could cost �150 more by 2050 under new UK climate proposals

Rising diesel prices in Spain could soon push up your grocery bill

Alicante weekend weather September 24-27: Temperatures keep climbing

Thu, 24.09.26 - 08:02

Temperatures will hit the mid-30s on Friday before easing back a touch over the weekend, with plenty of sunshine across ...

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorter

Mon, 21.09.26 - 04:25

The autumn equinox arrives on Wednesday with almost equal hours of daylight and darkness Summer is officially com...

Red alert issued in Murcia as storms bring flooding and disruption across Spain

ANDALUCIA TODAY

LATEST

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Fri, 25.09.26 - 09:47

Helmets, gloves, reflective vests and new overtaking rules are among the changes coming into force next week A se...

Andalucía's cars are getting older, and the figures show just how much

Thu, 24.09.26 - 14:37

Average vehicle age hits 15.2 years as drivers keep choosing second hand over new If the car parked outside your loca...

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

Andalucía's rail network is struggling and several provinces are feeling it a lot

Andalucía weekend weather forecast September 24-27: Heat warnings return as inland temperatures push back towards 40�C

Andalucía's hotels enjoy a record breaking August, and the Costa del Sol is cashing in

Spain's next total solar eclipse is already sending flight bookings soaring

Flights to Spain could cost �150 more by 2050 under new UK climate proposals

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

Cádiz's new hospital takes a major step forward with almost €50 million investment

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1

Fri, 25.09.26 - 09:47

Helmets, gloves, reflective vests and new overtaking rules are among the changes coming into force next week A se...

Andalucía's cars are getting older, and the figures show just how much

Thu, 24.09.26 - 14:37

Average vehicle age hits 15.2 years as drivers keep choosing second hand over new If the car parked outside your loca...

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolley

Andalucía's rail network is struggling and several provinces are feeling it a lot

Andalucía weekend weather forecast September 24-27: Heat warnings return as inland temperatures push back towards 40�C

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

Thu, 24.09.26 - 09:09

Founded by a British expat, the agency guides newcomers through every step of settling into the historic Andalucí...

British stroke survivor celebrates first anniversary of thriving Seville Expat Agency

Wed, 23.09.26 - 07:47

A year on from launch, The Seville Expat Agency has guided clients from around the world through Seville's property ...

Spanish property prices are rising three times faster than wages

Holiday rental licences on the Costa Cálida: What buyers need to know in 2026

Vera is getting an AVE station: What it means for buyers

Jerez sets the date: Christmas carol season kicks off three weeks early this year

Tue, 22.09.26 - 07:07

Mayor confirms zambombas will fill the city's streets from Friday November 20 through to Christmas Day Christmas ...

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online now

Fri, 04.09.26 - 07:36

Welcome to the September issue of Home & Living! We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with suns...

Southern Spain is becoming a desert. One company is using innovative organic farming techniques to turn that around (and make delicious almonds at the same time!)

Jerez is pulling out all the stops this summer and there has never been a better time to visit

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates

Andalucía's rail network is struggling and several provinces are feeling it a lot

Thu, 24.09.26 - 12:06

From cancelled routes and overcrowded commuter trains to a four-hour journey that could be two, the picture across the r...

Andalucía's hotels enjoy a record breaking August, and the Costa del Sol is cashing in

Wed, 23.09.26 - 09:38

Overnight stays hit their highest August total since 1999, with Málaga leading the way on prices too Andaluc&i...

Spain's next total solar eclipse is already sending flight bookings soaring

Flights to Spain could cost �150 more by 2050 under new UK climate proposals

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

Andalucía weekend weather forecast September 24-27: Heat warnings return as inland temperatures push back towards 40�C

Thu, 24.09.26 - 07:48

A largely sunny start gives way to baking conditions inland by Friday and Saturday, before cloud and cooler air arrive o...

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorter

Mon, 21.09.26 - 04:25

The autumn equinox arrives on Wednesday with almost equal hours of daylight and darkness Summer is officially com...

Red alert issued in Murcia as storms bring flooding and disruption across Spain

Andalucía weekend weather forecast September 17-20: Storms and heavy rain signal a change in the season

Spain's hottest temperature of 2026 has been recorded in Andalucía

SPANISH PROPERTY NEWS

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LATEST

British musician offers to buy Madrid home to stop 87-year-old woman's eviction

Fri, 25.09.26 - 10:08

James Rhodes tried to find a way for an 87-year-old woman to remain in the flat where she has lived since 1956 Br...

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

British stroke survivor celebrates first anniversary of thriving Seville Expat Agency

Spanish property prices are rising three times faster than wages

Invest in your healthcare in Spain

WEATHER WATCH

LATEST

Murcia weather Sept 24-27: Summer refuses to leave as temperatures soar towards 37�C

Thu, 24.09.26 - 05:43

Caravaca and Yecla could reach 37°C on Friday while coastal areas remain several degrees cooler Autumn may ha...

Warm Mediterranean raises risk of intense autumn rain in Murcia

A 'Godzilla' El Niño is building: What does it mean for Spain?

Murcia Region records one of Spain's hottest summers in 157 years

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorter

Murcia weather Sept 24-27: Summer refuses to leave as temperatures soar towards 37�C

Thu, 24.09.26 - 05:43

Caravaca and Yecla could reach 37°C on Friday while coastal areas remain several degrees cooler Autumn may ha...

Warm Mediterranean raises risk of intense autumn rain in Murcia

A 'Godzilla' El Niño is building: What does it mean for Spain?

Murcia Region records one of Spain's hottest summers in 157 years

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorter

LIFESTYLE

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Nine months after the mince pies: why Spain has a September baby boom

Thu, 24.09.26 - 09:37

Birth records reveal a very predictable pattern, with one notable exception up north Fancy a slice of cake? You'r...

Turning 65 without a full work record? You may still be entitled to a pension

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

British stroke survivor celebrates first anniversary of thriving Seville Expat Agency

From anonymity to customer due diligence: how casino compliance has changed

Nine months after the mince pies: why Spain has a September baby boom

Thu, 24.09.26 - 09:37

Birth records reveal a very predictable pattern, with one notable exception up north Fancy a slice of cake? You'r...

Turning 65 without a full work record? You may still be entitled to a pension

The Seville Expat Agency helps foreigners find a home and a community in Seville

British stroke survivor celebrates first anniversary of thriving Seville Expat Agency

From anonymity to customer due diligence: how casino compliance has changed

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