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Ethical tourism? Visitors to Spain can opt for THIS low-cost alternative to tourist apartments

VISITORS to Spain can enjoy their holidays with a clearer conscience by choosing accommodation that doesn’t contribute to the country’s growing housing crisis. As protests

20 Apr, 2025 @ 10:10

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Spain crowned best country for American retirees

SPAIN has long been one of the most popular countries for retirees from the UK, Germany, France and many other European countries, but according to

19 Apr, 2025 @ 15:54

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Historic 58 kilometre hiking trail between Ronda and Casares in Andalucia to be restored

WORK to refurbish the hiking trail Ruta de los Viajeros Romanticos between Ronda and Casares will start after Easter, according to the provincial council. It

18 Apr, 2025 @ 15:30

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REVIEW: Koi Marbella – It has the feel of a Bond villain’s lair, but the sophistication of the best of Asia

WITH its sunken ponds, stone walls and acres of new wood, you feel like you’ve entered Blofeld’s home in You Only Live Twice. Extremely zen,

18 Apr, 2025 @ 13:50

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Little-Known Cordoba: Michael Coy takes you on a tour of the Andalucian city to discover hidden corners

THE city of Cordoba is one of Andalucia’s most spectacular treasures. Most visitors are familiar with the Mezquita – the astoundingly beautiful former mosque –

18 Apr, 2025 @ 12:30

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Hidden Corners of Spain: Salobreña is a must visit whether you are in Malaga or Granada

Salobreña is a beautiful little town built on the summit of a rocky crag, a stone’s throw from the Mediterranean Sea. It’s 50 miles east

14 Apr, 2025 @ 13:28

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LIFE IN SPAIN: Bar-hopping during holy week

YOUR Spanish friends will agree with you on two things, at least: semana santa has evolved, and it’s a culinary delight. That is to say,

12 Apr, 2025 @ 14:03

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Move over Benidorm: Valencia has been crowned ‘queen of the Mediterranean’, according to British travel expert

AS many Europeans shiver through another wet and windy spring, more and more tourists are trading drizzle for dazzling sun – and the Spanish city

11 Apr, 2025 @ 10:00

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Spain’s generous Renfe rail pass returns: How both residents and tourists can get free travel until 30 June

Renfe has just brought back its Spain Rail Pass, offering free train and bus travel across the country from 1st May to 30th June 2025.

9 Apr, 2025 @ 10:30

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Think airport baggage handlers toss your suitcase around? TikToker’s video might surprise you

MANY people think that baggage handlers just throw suitcases around at the airport. But a recent video posted on TikTok shows how baggage is actually

8 Apr, 2025 @ 14:45

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Mass Arrests In Spain's Malaga Over Fraudulent Residency Applications For British Citizens Including Criminals

British expats in Spain are rushing to get their residency permits before the Entry Exit System comes in: Have you got yours?

ALICANTE and Malaga have emerged as the top destinations for British expats formalising their legal status in Spain through the Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero

7 Apr, 2025 @ 12:15

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Train wars in Spain: Government-run operator Renfe takes action against rival over 'too low' prices

‘From Madrid you can get to Barcelona or Alicante for €20’: Brit marvels at Spain’s ‘cheap and well-connected’ trains

A BRITISH man living in Spain has shared his amazement at the Spanish rail service on social media, pointing out that its advantages are ‘not

6 Apr, 2025 @ 12:30

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Luxury hotel chain Melia announces plans for the Costa del Sol’s Estepona

LUXURY hotel brand Melia Collection is set to make waves on the Costa del Sol with the launch of its first hotel in the region.

5 Apr, 2025 @ 11:45

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Gatwick the latest British airport to ease hand luggage restrictions in boost for Brits heading to Spain for Easter holidays

PASSENGERS travelling through London Gatwick airport no longer need to remove electrical devices or place liquids in plastic bags when passing through airport security. The

3 Apr, 2025 @ 16:00

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Ryanair announces four new routes from Spain’s Malaga – including one new flight to the UK

RYANAIR has announced that it will start flying from new destinations to Malaga airport this summer. The north east of England will now be serviced

3 Apr, 2025 @ 11:30

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Spanish and EU citizens visiting the UK now need this €12 document in major travel shake up

SPANISH citizens intending to visit the UK must now get a new digital permission starting from Wednesday, 2 April. A tourist visit (that is, a

3 Apr, 2025 @ 10:42

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Little-known Malaga: Michael Coy gives a brief rundown on some lesser known spots in the Andalucian city

TO many of us, Málaga city is nothing special – the airport is out there somewhere, and the centre lacks the old-world charm of Sevilla

1 Apr, 2025 @ 11:20

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‘Surfer paradise’ in southern Spain is being flooded with luxury developments – including a five-star hotel between two natural parks

A WAVE of luxury developments is sweeping over the Costa de la Luz resort of Tarifa. The coastal gem, famed for its pristine beaches and

24 Mar, 2025 @ 15:53

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Must-visit: ‘Underrated’ wine capital of Spain that ‘looks like Barcelona with fewer crowds’, according to The Mirror

THE MIRROR has named this Spanish city ‘underrated’, stating it’s ‘just like Barcelona but without the crowds’. Lauded by both The Mirror and Time Out,

24 Mar, 2025 @ 13:30

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Take a trip to Sevilla and visit Pontius Pilate’s house

ONE of Sevilla’s most beautiful monuments, Pontius Pilate’s House is a place of grace and elegance. Graceful columns, beauty everywhere you look, scented bougainvillea cascading

23 Mar, 2025 @ 12:56

Andalucia·La Cultura·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

The ultimate guide to eating vegan in Malaga, Spain

WITHOUT a doubt the vegan mecca of the Costa del Sol, where should you visit in Malaga city? Our extensive guide covers dozens of the

22 Mar, 2025 @ 10:00

Food & Drink·For Foodies·Lead·Malaga

Get off the beaten track in Europe

We’re more in love with Europe than ever before. More Americans are visiting Europe to explore its rich heritage, and we’re not stopping there. Statistics

20 Mar, 2025 @ 15:51

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These are the three ‘happiest’ beaches in Spain, according to bizarre ‘facial recognition’ study

A NEW study analysing 100 beaches worldwide suggests that Spain is home to the happiest beach on the planet. London-based travel agency CV Villas used

18 Mar, 2025 @ 13:21

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‘Spain helped us heal’: US expat on moving to Valencia after family tragedy – as she warns ‘nightmare’ process is ‘not easy’

MARIA Robertson-Justiniano was living a ‘fairytale’ life with her husband and son in Chicago when tragedy struck. In 2018, her husband Alex died unexpectedly, shattering

18 Mar, 2025 @ 13:17

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