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 word “guiri.” The word — which, to
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 think of jamon, olive oil and plenty
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 Michelin stars and Repsol Soles, not beaches,
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 rural destinations in Spain for 2024 –
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 rural accommodation in Spain and Portugal has
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 of Malaga, Sevilla and Cordoba call for
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 take passengers under the Gibraltar strait to
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 accommodations at hotels and short-term rentals, which
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 popular eatery in Sevilla, Andalucia, branding her
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 in Andalucia. Jose Maria Bellido, Mayor of
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 kick-off its ‘low cost’ options from 10am
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 that Britons are now ‘third country’ visitors,
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 the whole of March and will last
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 in the Sierra del Rincon, Puebla de
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 that is ‘identical to the Beauty and
THE sheer amount of restaurants along Mijas Costa makes it appear that hungry diners are spoilt for choice. To a certain extent, this is very true. But when it comes to establishments
THIS is the countryside getaway you should take in Spain according to your horoscope. Have you ever thought about taking a trip based on your star sign? Spain has a weekend away
WE arrive outside El Lodge in just over two hours and before we can blink, the car is ushered away and our bags are in the room. Some five minutes later we’re
AN Australian couple have sounded the alarm after having their motorhome holiday to Spain ruined by an ‘organised’ criminal gang. John Dickson, 76, was this week travelling with his wife in the
EXPERTS have named this ‘sun drenched’ city in eastern Spain the most affordable place for British expats. Although many Brits flock to the Costa del Sol, there may be another expat enclave
THE Guardian has named this city in northern Spain the country’s new ‘foodie capital’. A complex network of tunnels takes travellers from Madrid under the Cantabrian mountains, finally emerging into a food
NEW measures are to be put in place for tourists as Andalucia faces ongoing drought issues. READ MORE: Drought latest in Spain: Malaga reservoir levels remain critical with NO rain forecast for
THE Costa del Sol is also known for its luxury tourism, but there’s also lots to do that won’t break the bank. Here’s 10 budget friendly days out in and around Marbella.
FLIGHTS will be more expensive across Europe this summer due to a lack of new planes, the boss of Ryanair has warned. Michael O’Leary said his budget carrier – and others –
THE Telegraph has named this city on Spain’s Canary Islands an ‘underrated’ must visit destination for 2024. The Canary Islands are a popular holiday location for Brits looking for winter sun. Many
FLEEING increasingly unaffordable housing and political fatigue, a growing number of Americans are starting anew in Spain, where they’re drawn to abundant culture and access to a comparatively cheap high quality of life.