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An insider’s take Spain’s iconic 101km endurance event – set against the stunning backdrop of the Serranía de Ronda

RONDA is a place where dramatic landscapes, Moorish history, and whitewashed charm collide. Each spring, it becomes the unlikely setting for one of Europe’s most

13 May, 2025 @ 11:42

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Sport

Spain’s underrated road trip through ‘raisin country’ in the Malaga mountains

ONE of Spain’s most overlooked yet rewarding road trips has recently been discovered in the rugged region of Axarquia, located east of Malaga city. The

13 May, 2025 @ 09:45

Lead·Malaga·Olive Press Travel

Spain has its own little-known ‘Route 66’ road trip that finishes in Galicia

It may not stretch 4,000 kilometres like America’s Route 66, but Spain has its own road trip into the past. A cracked ribbon of tarmac

12 May, 2025 @ 00:03

Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

This region of Spain is hailed for its fascinating cider traditions by The Sun

GIPUZKOA, in the Basque Country, has been hailed as the location of Spain’s most delicious cider by The Sun journalist Nuria Cremer-Vazquez Cider houses are

11 May, 2025 @ 18:00

Basque Country·For Foodies·Lead·Olive Press Travel

‘Forget Barcelona, this is the best city in Spain’: Brit gives surprising tip for tourists this summer

INFLUENCER Jade Gartshore is telling her followers to stop travelling to Barcelona and instead visit her new favourite location: Murcia. The Brit, known on social

11 May, 2025 @ 15:10

Barcelona·Lead·Murcia·Olive Press Travel

Seaside town crowned Spain’s best for its ‘beautiful beaches and vibrant culture’

JUST a short 15km drive from the bustling towers of Benidorm lies the serene, whitewashed jewel of Altea – a small seaside town that has

10 May, 2025 @ 12:30

Costa Blanca·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

Tourists to be hit by ‘green tax’ when visiting in Spain’s tallest mountain

TOURISTS visiting Spain’s tallest mountain are set to be hit by a new ‘green tax’ from 2026. Visitors to Teide National Park in Tenerife will

8 May, 2025 @ 17:43

Canary Islands·Environment·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Tenerife·Travel News

Beach town in Andalucia takes title of best place to retire this year in Spain

GRANADA’S seaside Almuñécar is the best place to retire in Spain according to the 2025 Global Retirement Index. On the Index, published by International living,

6 May, 2025 @ 14:14

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Noche en Blanco 2025: Jaen’s White Night returns with over 60 free cultural events

YOU probably don’t spend much time thinking about Jaen, the olive-rich city tucked away in the northeastern corner of Andalucia. For many, the name conjures

6 May, 2025 @ 09:00

Andalucia·Jaen·La Cultura·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Argentinian steaks, Turkish delight and British fish and chips: Global cuisine in the Costa del Sol

FOR the last five days, Fuengirola’s streets have been hustling and bustling, packed with people queuing to try the different flavours of the world. A

5 May, 2025 @ 19:32

Costa del Sol·Food & Drink·For Foodies·Olive Press Travel

Discover Ibiza’s hidden coves with this coastline walk

WHILE brushed off by many as a ‘party island’, beneath the veneer of strobe lights and beer, Ibiza hides a treasure trove of stunning coves,

4 May, 2025 @ 18:00

Ibiza·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Seaside town named Spain’s happiest in new ranking thanks to its ‘philosophy of life’

THE small coastal town of Chipiona in the province of Cadiz has been crowned the ‘happiest town in Spain’ for 2025, according to a new

4 May, 2025 @ 12:04

Cadiz·Lead·Malaga·Olive Press Travel

Ibiza’s ’soft launch’ teases a wild party season ahead – and we were there for the preview!

SPAIN’S party island is set for one of its greatest seasons yet, with the world’s largest club opening its doors and some of the biggest

3 May, 2025 @ 18:00

Ibiza·La Cultura·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Spain’s seven most beautiful train stations revealed: From neo-romantic to modernist

SPAIN, with more than 15,000 kilometres of railway network and more than 200 stations spread across the country, is home to terminals that are authentic

3 May, 2025 @ 13:13

Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

Brits urged to skip Spain for ‘Maldives of Europe’

BRITISH holidaymakers are being urged to ditch Spain and discover Poland’s best-kept secret – the stunning Hel Peninsula, now being hyped as the ‘Maldives of

2 May, 2025 @ 10:49

Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

Over-65s are encouraged to buck the anti-tourism trend and check out these two Spanish island destinations

TOUR and activities company TUI Musement has named La Palma and Menorca as two of the top seven European destinations for senior travellers, after analysing

28 Apr, 2025 @ 10:16

Canary Islands·Lead·Menorca·Olive Press Travel

HIDDEN CORNERS: Michael Coy continues his series about some of the lesser known spots in Spain, this time in Écija

THE attractive town of Écija is situated on the main road which links Sevilla and Córdoba, about half-way (50 miles) from either city. It stands

27 Apr, 2025 @ 10:18

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel

WATCH: The secret gem just one hour from Madrid in the Spanish heartlands that you should visit because it’s ‘untouched by tourism’

IN a country increasingly overrun by selfie sticks and package tours, finding a place that still feels authentically Spanish can feel like winning the lottery.

26 Apr, 2025 @ 17:00

Lead·Madrid·Olive Press Travel·Video

Travel in Andalucia: New ‘soulful towns’ route offers ‘white architecture and scenic beauty for travellers looking to get in touch with Spain’

A UNIQUE itinerary has been chosen this year as one of the most authentic and welcoming tourist experiences in the country. The awards presented in

26 Apr, 2025 @ 11:30

Andalucia·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

Art Deco dreams: How Spain gave glamour a home in the hardest of times

WHEN someone once asked Prime Minister Clement Attlee to define socialism, he replied that he couldn’t – but he knew it when he saw it.

25 Apr, 2025 @ 16:00

Lead·Olive Press Travel·Other News·Property

Discover the heart of Spanish! Experience the Spanish language and rural culture with Aloha Vera language retreats and get 25% off as an Olive Press subscriber

WHEN you learn a language in an immersive environment, you retain almost twice as much of what you learn. Aloha Vera offers a warm, welcoming

24 Apr, 2025 @ 11:15

Education·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Sponsored

FROM THE ARCHIVES: ‘I saw how Catalunya celebrates St George’s Day… I wish England would take a page out of their book!’

ALTHOUGH England and Catalunya have the same patron saint, attitudes towards celebrating the historic tale of St George could not be more different. For many

24 Apr, 2025 @ 11:08

Barcelona·Catalunya·Lead·Olive Press Travel

British newspaper The Guardian hails this northern city as Spain’s ‘seafood capital’

VIGO, a vibrant port city in northern Spain, has been named the country’s ‘seafood capital’ by The Guardian, which praises its connection with the Atlantic

24 Apr, 2025 @ 10:44

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

Hotels in Benidorm and Costa Blanca report no 'explosion' in bookings since UK changed amber travel rules for Spain

Brits continued flocking to Spain in record numbers in March despite the rains – but avoided these popular hotspots after anti-tourism protests

BRITISH tourists continue to favour Spain in record numbers – but new figures show they may be turning their backs on traditional hotspots following recent

23 Apr, 2025 @ 17:00

Lead·National News·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

Secret Spain: This hiking route takes you through a forest filled with some of the tallest trees in the world

LOCATED in Cantabria, just 3 kilometres from Cabezon de la Sal, is one of the most impressive natural corners in Spain: a forest with a

23 Apr, 2025 @ 14:31

Cantabria·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Travel News

Barcelona planning designated ‘selfie spot’ to ease tourist congestion around the Sagrada Familia

THE Sagrada Familia is one of Spain’s most famous tourist destinations. Tickets must be booked in advance, with spots to walk through the largest (unfinished)

22 Apr, 2025 @ 13:29

Barcelona·Catalunya·Lead·Olive Press Travel

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