PCR tests will be mandatory for those travelling from mainland Spain to Balearic Islands from December 20
Under the new rule, a negative result for COVID-19 must be presented by both tourists and residents of Spain at Balearic ports and airports
Brits to be barred from entering Spain and any other EU country from January 1 under current COVID-19 travel restrictions
BRITISH tourists will be forbidden from entering Spain and any other EU country from January 1, according to the current coronavirus restrictions The rules dictate that there can be no non-essential travel
La Ruta de BikeAlao – Enjoy Valencia and the surrounding area on a BikeAlao bike
Whether you live here, or are visiting, Valencia is a city with many corners to discover. Set up in 2017 by Chris and Klara, an anglo-Hungarian couple, BikeAlao has become one of the most complete
UK approval of COVID-19 vaccine increases reservations to Spain’s Mallorca by 30%
The announcement was landmark moment in the coronavirus pandemic with the first doses to be rolled out across the UK next week
Number of international tourists visiting Spain plummets 87%
THE world’s love affair with Spain appears to be on the wane after new figures showed tourists heading for the Costas fell by 87% year-on-year in October. Figures from the National Statistics
High-speed low-cost trains being tested throughout Spain’s Costa Blanca
SPAIN’S high-speed electric train, the ‘Avlo’, is currently undergoing tests throughout the Costa Blanca. The section between Monforte del Cid (Elche) and Murcia has seen the unique-looking train going through its paces,
British Airways flogging first class stock in bonkers Christmas sale
WHAT to buy the person that has everything this Christmas? In lieu of the chance to travel, you can bring the jet set lifestyle to your family and friends by splashing out
TO SKI OR NOT TO SKI: Which of Spain’s resorts are open in time for Christmas?
A royal favourite, the luxury Pyrenees resort Baqueira-Beret have been the first to announce their winter season opening date following extended coronavirus restrictions. Set for December 10, the 146km of groomed runs
REVEALED: Research finds only 38% of Brits will consider travelling abroad to Spain this Christmas
IN the latest blow for Spain’s tourism industry, a study has revealed that just 38% of Brits will consider travelling abroad this Christmas. According to data from Piplsay, over half of Britons
Move over Madrid! San San Sebastian named sixth best foodie spot in the world according to top chefs
SAN Sebastian has been named the sixth best foodie spots in the world according to a panel of top chefs. The much loved city in the Basque Country is the only Spanish
Costa Blanca golf resort repeats success in top awards to become best in Spain again
A COSTA BLANCA golf resort has hit the jackpot for the second year running to win two prestigious international awards. La Finca Golf in Algorfa has walked away with ‘Spain’s Leading Sports
The rise of the day visitor: How local residents could save Spain’s hotel industry
THANKS to COVID-19 the Spanish hotel industry has suffered more than ever before. In July, usually one of the busiest months for tourism, hotel cancellations dwarfed booking numbers with more than half
Benidorm-based holiday accommodation groups slam high cost of PCR tests for foreigners coming to Spain’s Costa Blanca
COSTA BLANCA hoteliers and holiday accommodation owners say that a new rule for most international travellers arriving at airports and ports to show a recent negative COVID-19 test is ‘not good for
COVID-19 vaccine to be ‘the saviour’ of tourism industry in Spain’s Balearic Islands
Vaccine breakthrough could be game-changer for the Balearic economy
Easyjet launch massive sale with flights to Spain for under £20
IF you’re in need of something to look forward to – and right now, who isn’t? – then a trip away could be ideal. Easyjet is giving customers the best excuse to
Virtual shutdown of regional airport in Spain’s Murcia due to pandemic travel restrictions
MURCIA’S regional airport at Corvera faces two weeks without any flights due to cancellations caused by pandemic travel restrictions. Internal services to areas like the Canary Islands will not resume until early
BREAKING: Travellers arriving in Spain from ‘at risk’ countries MUST show negative PCR COVID-19 test from November 23 – all you need to know
CORRECTION: A previous version of this article indicated that PCR tests would be needed to pass into Spain by land, the health checks have only been announced at airports and sea ports
Costa Blanca mayors praised for their ‘leadership locomotive’ promoting €227m direct rail link into Spain’s Orihuela Costa
BOTH Orihuela and Torrevieja mayors have come together to promote a rail link project direct into the coastal part of the region. Emilio Bascuñana and Eduardo Dolón made a rare appearance together
Potes in Cantabria voted the most beautiful inland town in Spain
STEEPED in history and embraced by the rugged slopes of the Picos de Europa, the Cantabrian village of Potes has been declared Spain’s prettiest inland pueblo. More than 48,000 seasoned travellers took
Find the Zip Code and Send Mail Safely
One may say that after the appearance of electronic mail, postal services have become less popular. However, it isn’t true. Of course, people write letters to friends using social networks and mail
FINAL DASH: Spain’s Canary Islands become destination of choice for super rich fleeing Britain’s lockdown in private jets
ACCORDING to jet brokers, the number of people chartering private planes has soared since a second lockdown was announced in Britain. Most customers are using the jets to head to their second
Hotels in Benidorm and Spain’s Costa Blanca are set for a grim and empty Christmas
LOCKDOWNS across Europe have led to Benidorm and Costa Blanca hotel bookings drying up for Christmas and the New Year. European and domestic travel restrictions have already caused international as well as
BREAKING: Jet2 suspends all flights and holidays between England and Spain’s Canary Islands until end of lockdown
BRITISH holiday giant Jet2 has announced it is suspending all flights and holiday packages from England to the Canary Islands. It comes as England is set to go into a country-wide lockdown
Spain’s Air Europa gets official government approval for bailout loan
STRUGGLING carrier Air Europa is get a life-saving boost of €465 million from the Spanish government. The loan, which has to be repaid by 2026, was approved today(November 3) by the Spanish
Wizz Air reveal passenger numbers have shrunk two-thirds in October
BUDGET airline Wizz Air have revealed passenger numbers dropped a massive 69% in October due to pandemic travel restrictions. It comes as the airline announced new flights from London Luton to Gibraltar
COVID-19 tourist slump causes 47-year blowback for Costa Blanca’s Alicante-Elche airport in Spain
A EUROPEAN UNION survey suggests that flights to and from Alicante-Elche airport have now collapsed to levels last seen in 1973. Airport operator, Aena, has predicted that passenger numbers will take until