This Mediterranean foodie’s paradise guards the entrance to Valencia’s most authentic neighbourhood
MERCADER is a gastronomic market located in one of the most distinctive enclaves of the city of Valencia. It was conceived as a space where
Ten romantic spa breaks in Spain and Portugal to woo your Valentine sweetheart
What could be more romantic than a weekend away at a luxury spa hotel?
New €650m, 200-room Four Seasons Hotel in Marbella takes another step forwards on sprawling site near El Pinar
MARBELLA’S long-delayed Four Seasons project has taken another step forward after the town hall approved €9 million in urbanisation works for the El Pinar site
Dual nationality? What you need to know about travelling to the UK from Spain under new ETA rules
The issue has raised questions among those in Spain who have dual nationality. What passport should they travel on? And will they be denied entry
Spain loses faith in once world-beating train network after string of incidents, disasters, and driver strikes over safety
SPAIN is losing faith in its once world-beating train network following a string of incidents, disasters and driver strikes. Last month’s Adamuz train disaster, which
Train travel returns to normal in Spain today after unions reach deal to cancel strikes sparked by safety concerns
A THREE-DAY nationwide strike that threatened to cripple Spain’s rail network has been cut short after union leaders thrashed out a deal with the government.
The Olive Press shares with you the five very best brunch spots in Madrid – according to our travel guru
On a mission to find the best brunch spot in Madrid, Fiona Govan discovered there is now a lot more to Spanish breakfast than tortilla
This Costa Tropical seaside town is set to launch a €900k underwater sculpture park for diving enthusiasts – here’s what you need to know
A COSTA Tropical seaside town is splashing nearly €1million on a dramatic underwater park – transforming its seabed into a submerged world of ancient sculptures.
Spain is now the world’s second most visited country – ahead even of Italy and the US, new data shows
SPAIN has become the second most visited country in the world – nearing 100 million visitors in 2025, according to new figures. Ranking behind only
36 hours in Segovia: Join The Olive Press’ Fiona Govan on a whirlwind tour of its ancient wonders, medieval charm and Castillian traditions
Segovia is the sort of place that takes your breath away - with its iconic Roman aqueduct, impressive gothic cathedral and fairy tale castle all
The tragic love story that is celebrated each February in Spain’s Teruel
Forget Romeo and Juliet. Long before Shakespeare put quill to paper, Spain had its own version of star-crossed lovers.
Discover the four destinations added to Most Beautiful Villages in Spain list for 2026
Each year, new destinations are chosen to join the prestigious ranks of the Most Beautiful Villages in Spain.
FROM THE ARCHIVES: When the Olive Press caught up with the UK’s only ‘dwarf drag queen’ while on the Costa del Sol
After parting with his agent, John has now gone solo, booking and managing his own gigs and tours
Raising the bar: Nine of Spain’s must-visit rooftop establishments – and where to find them
SPAIN doesn’t do rooftops by halves. From urban pools and sky-high cocktails to cathedral views and sea-breeze sunsets, rooftop bars across the country have become
Tourism frenzy in rural Spain as 10 million solar eclipse seekers book up for August
Tourism chiefs have reported a frenzy in bookings ahead of the total solar eclipse which will be visible in parts of Spain and Mallorca in
Mordor, Winterfell…or Malaga? The Olive Press explores Antequera and the mysteries of El Torcal
SPAIN is known for its natural diversity – one moment you’re stretched out on a sun-bleached beach along the southern coast; the next, you’re strapping
This beautiful village on the banks of the River Duero in central Spain is the perfect winter escape
ON the quiet banks of the River Duero, the tiny village of Salduero offers a peaceful winter getaway far removed from modern life. Located in
‘Bechamel and love’: the secret to the best jamon croqueta in the world
A 26-year-old chef from Madrid has scooped the coveted prize for the best croquette in Spain.
High-speed trains between Madrid and Andalucia will be down until next week
THE reopening of high-speed rail services between Madrid and Andalucia remains uncertain following last week’s derailment in Adamuz (Córdoba). While the Ministry of Transport had
Revealed: The eye-watering prices Spain’s drivers are paying on country’s toll roads in 2026
DRIVERS using Spain’s toll motorways are feeling the real impact of January’s price rises, with some of the country’s busiest routes among the most expensive
Ryanair boss describes his dream airline – bagless and automated ‘because passengers can’t argue with a machine’
“IF I could get rid of everyone’s bags I’d have a much better airline.” These are the words of Michael O’Leary, Ryanair’s Chief Executive who
From Barcelona to the Costa Brava – the Spanish locations that double for Tuscany and New York in new hit Netflix film
FROM Barcelona’s buzzing streets to the sun-soaked coves of the Costa Brava, Spain is once again stealing the spotlight on Netflix. The streaming giant’s latest
Madrid confirms that a train between Fuengirola and Marbella is ‘feasible’ – and labels it a ‘priority’
THE long-awaited Costa del Sol rail network is inching nearer to fruition – and the first phase will connect Fuengirola and Marbella. Last week, Javier
Revealed: Which Costa del Sol beaches are more prone to maddening jellyfish invasions – and why
SWATHES of the Costa del Sol are critically vulnerable to jellyfish infestations, new research has found, in what scientists warn could pose a serious risk
TRAVEL: All high-speed trains cancelled between Madrid and Andalucia after deadly Cordoba crash
Spain’s national rail network operator confirmed all high-speed services between Madrid and Cordoba, Sevilla, Malaga and Huelva have been suspended.
It’s already the home of sherry – but Jerez de la Frontera now begins its reign as Spain’s culinary capital for 2026
IT is one of Spain’s most evocative cities, known for its horses, flamenco and sherry. But now Jerez de la Frontera is to become famous