EVEN ONE OF SPAIN’S LESS KNOWN regions has benefitted from the incredible tourism boom in the country. Aragon has broken its record for tourism, with more than four millions visitors expected in 2024. These impressive numbers show a 180,000 increase in visitors from the previous record set in 2023.  The international tourism sector saw a strong increase, with the number …

A SPANISH lady has described her experiences of living as a foreigner in Ireland, and warned young people not to move to large cities like Dublin. According to Eurostat’s latest figures, Ireland is the third-highest real GDP per capita country in Europe. As of 2023, the figure stood at €71,700 per person, surpassed only by Norway (€71,870), and Luxembourg (€83,320). …

With Spain phasing out its Golden Visa starting this April, Britons and non-EU nationals wishing to reside there must explore alternative visa options before applying. One of the more advantageous visas available to individuals seeking residency in Spain without needing employment is known as a Non-lucrative Visa (NLV), which grants residency without employment requirements. The National Living Allowance (NLV) applies …

THIS Mallorca hotel on the former site of an ancient palace has been named the ‘world’s most beautiful’. Nobis Hotel Palma is officially the World’s Most Beautiful Hotel according to the Prix Versailles 2020. This luxurious hotel was designed by Nobis Hospitality Group of Sweden and is one the oldest buildings on Palma. The five-star accommodation, which has only been …

BRITISH tourists have again led the charge in terms of spending in Spain in 2024. This is despite the fact that the tourism industry has broken records in the year. Foreign visitors spent a staggering €126.3 billion over the year – a 16.1% increase from 2023 – while British travellers alone contributed €22.6 billion, according to the latest records from …

National Geographic Travel Award nominations have been made for a LUXURY Cadiz hotel. THE SO/Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort will compete in the Best Hotel in a Natural Setting category. READ MORE: Pictured: Enormous Sotogrande villa hits the market for over €22million The award highlights the resort’s commitment to sustainable tourism and blending luxury with natural beauty. The five-star resort …

The new Spanish guest registration system has caused concern for a British expat businessman. Hotel and other accommodations. IT professional and Lanzarote property owner, Scott Dobson, called the SES Hospedajes system ‘a minefield of complexity’ thanks to the multiple apps and digital certificates required.  Most people can’t understand it. It becomes extremely complicated, especially if you are not Spanish or …

A SPANISH Minister has called for Ryanair and Aena’s dispute to be settled after the budget airline announced its withdrawal from Jerez Airport. The shock move was announced last week and led Aena, Spain’s leading airport operator, to brand it as ‘full-blown blackmail’. Ryanair has announced the cancellation of flights to Jerez, Valladolid and five other airports. The Irish airline …

The NY Times names the Spanish city that you must visit in 2025: You won’t guess! The New York Times home page on a monitor. Credit: Shutterstock, Stas Malyarevsky A slice of Spain you didn’t see coming- tucked away in the Pyrenees, a small – almost unknown – Spanish town is stealing the spotlight worldwide, thanks to The New York …

RESPECTED newspaper The Instances has named a Spanish interrailing route among the best in Europe.  Prepare skilled Andrew Eames has revealed his high interrailing picks round Europe, with Spain incomes a coveted spot.  He recommends travelling by prepare for any age, not simply hole 12 months 20-somethings.  ADVENTURE AWAITS: Interrailing is a good way to see Europe. Picture: Interrail “With …