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WATCH: US expat reveals why Americans love living in Spain – where there’s ‘no fear of being shot’ or ‘losing their home to pay for health care’

A US expat has revealed why she and other Americans love living in Spain – and the reasons are aplenty. Emily Woerfel has been living

3 Apr, 2024 @ 12:03

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Sevilla

Travel warning for Spain: Mallorca city cracks down on campervans with fines of up to €1,500 if new rules are broken

PALMA’S mayor, Jaime Martinez, has declared war on motorhome settlements that have popped up in recent years, with fines announced of up to €1,500 on

2 Apr, 2024 @ 15:15

Balearic Islands·Lead·Mallorca·Olive Press Travel

The best hotels in Spain’s Andalucia are in this lesser-visited province – according to The Telegraph

THE Telegraph has named these hotels the best in Andalucia and they’re in this lesser-known province. When Brits think of Andalucia, they picture the splendor

1 Apr, 2024 @ 12:55

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Luxury train journeys across Andalucia will start next week: Peek inside the Al-Andalus cabins that could give the Orient Express a run for its money

EVER fancied a journey on the Orient Express? Andalucia now has its very own with the luxury Al-Andalus train due to launch next week. READ

1 Apr, 2024 @ 11:29

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Getting to know Gaudi: The Catalan architect’s masterpieces you’ve probably NEVER heard of

MOST people have been to the Sagrada Familia and Casa Batllo, but have you heard of these little-known Gaudi works? Every year, thousands of tourists

30 Mar, 2024 @ 09:00

La Cultura·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Other News

These are the best roadside restaurants in Malaga province – according to a respected food publication in Spain

A RESPECTED food publication has named these four Malaga restaurants amongst the best in Spain. Malaga province is well known for its rich gastronomy but

29 Mar, 2024 @ 11:32

Andalucia·Food & Drink·For Foodies·Lead·Malaga·Olive Press Travel·Other News

Jasmine Harman visits vegan restaurants on Spain’s Costa del Sol

A PLACE in the Sun star Jasmine Harman has been sharing her favourite spots on the Costa del Sol to eat vegan. The TV presenter

26 Mar, 2024 @ 11:30

Food & Drink·For Foodies·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Other News

These are the 12 most beautiful ‘pueblos’ in Spain’s Andalucia – according to National Geographic

FANCY travelling Andalucia? According to National Geographic these are its 12 most beautiful towns. The south of Spain is home to many different landscapes, from

25 Mar, 2024 @ 11:10

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel

What does ‘guiri’ mean in Spanish and is it offensive?

IF you’ve spent any significant chunk of time in Spain, particularly in Andalucia or large cities like Madrid and Barcelona, chances are you’ve heard the

25 Mar, 2024 @ 07:29

EXPLAINER·Lead·Olive Press Travel

EXCLUSIVE: ‘I tried Malaga’s only vegan doughnut shop and was blown away by the quality’

MALAGA is slowly growing their vegan offering and this doughnut shop shows how good eating plant based can be. When you think of Andalucia, you

24 Mar, 2024 @ 16:00

Andalucia·Food & Drink·For Foodies·Lead·Malaga·Olive Press Travel·Other News

Chef wars: As Andalucia and Valencia battle it out to be the gastronomic capital of Spain… here are some of their best restaurants

SPAIN once again beat its own record with more than 84 million international visitors in 2023, spending a whopping €108 billion. But these days it’s

24 Mar, 2024 @ 06:55

Food & Drink·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Other News

Train travel costs to plummet in Spain: Ouigo will expand to Andalucia, Murcia and Valladolid with tickets from €9

BUDGET train company Ouigo is set to launch in Andalucia, Murcia and Valladolid, plummeting costs across the country. READ MORE: These are the 10 best

21 Mar, 2024 @ 16:16

Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

These are the 10 best rural destinations in Spain for 2024 – as they battle it out to be crowned number one

THESE are the best rural destinations in Spain battling it out to be crowned the best of the bunch. Escapada Rural, the biggest database of

19 Mar, 2024 @ 12:07

Lead·Olive Press Travel

This stunning beach in Spain is ‘one of the most magical places in the world’- according to Richard Branson

BUSINESS magnate Richard Branson has named this Spanish beach ‘one of the most magical places in the world’. READ MORE: Tourist tax in Spain: Leaders

18 Mar, 2024 @ 15:23

Balearic Islands·Mallorca·Olive Press Travel

Spain to Morocco train latest: Businesses line up to invest in the so-called ‘Gibraltar Tunnel’ as project edges closer

THE Spain-Morocco tunnel could turn into reality as Spanish Development Minister, Oscar Puente, says Spain ‘wants to play an important role’. The tunnel, due to

18 Mar, 2024 @ 11:06

Gibraltar·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

What is the ‘tourism tax’ in Spain and where do I have to pay it?

TOURIST taxes are common worldwide. In Spain, there are currently found in Catalonia and the Balearic Islands. Regional and municipal governments impose tourist taxes through

13 Mar, 2024 @ 07:53

EXPLAINER·Lead·Olive Press Travel·OP Money Tree

Travel warning for Spain: Restaurants are now charging tourists an extra ‘premium’ for tables in the sun

RESTAURANTS in southern Spain are charging tourists extra for tables in the sun, it has emerged. A furious local customer left a review for a

12 Mar, 2024 @ 17:55

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Travel update for Spain: There will be a need for a tourist tax in Andalucia ‘in the near future’, says mayor of major city – including popular resorts like the Costa del Sol

THE mayor of a major tourist city in southern Spain has suggested it is only a matter of time before a tourism tax is introduced

12 Mar, 2024 @ 15:00

Lead·Olive Press Travel

Low cost train operator Ouigo to start Murcia to Madrid services with €9 fares from 2024 High-speed journey to capital will take 2 hours and 45 minutes

Train sale in Spain: Travel across the country for just €9 as high-speed rail firm Ouigo announces ‘low cost’ bonanza

A HIGH-speed rail company in Spain is set to launch a huge sale this month with cross-country tickets from as low as €9. Ouigo will

12 Mar, 2024 @ 11:39

Lead·Olive Press Travel·OP Money Tree

EU flag taken down from Valencia area town hall in Spain over Israel's revenge Gaza attacks 'sanctioned' by European Commission

‘I’m an EU citizen travelling to Spain for more than 90 days – can my British or US spouse stay with me?’

THE 90 in 180 day rule has had travellers scratching their heads since it began being properly enforced against Brits after Brexit. It basically states

11 Mar, 2024 @ 16:26

EXPLAINER·Lead·Olive Press Travel

SPRING SALE: Enjoy 50% off all Olive Press subscription packages for a YEAR

THE Olive Press is launching a huge spring sale with an incredible 50% off all of our subscription packages. The huge discount is availble through

11 Mar, 2024 @ 16:10

Lead·Must Read·Olive Press Travel

Must-visit: These 5 ‘low-cost’ escapes all within an hour from Madrid – according to a leading Spanish newspaper

TRAVELLING on a budget? Try these ‘low cost’ escapes all within an hour of the Spanish capital. Puebla de la Sierra A pretty town found

11 Mar, 2024 @ 13:04

Lead·Madrid·Olive Press Travel

Must-visit: The Spanish waterfalls that will transport you to Costa Rica

EVER dreamt of going to Costa Rica? These waterfalls will transport you to the tropical paradise without leaving the country. READ MORE: Town in Spain

10 Mar, 2024 @ 09:00

Lead·Olive Press Travel