Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates
STARTING a new life in Spain means embracing new experiences, traditions and a different way of life. To fully enjoy this new stage, it is
Meet the elite Spanish economist helping English-speaking expats in Spain navigate the global financial market
By Peter Dougherty IF you’re reading this article, it’s likely that English is your native language and that you spend time in Spain. If so,
Get stress-free mobile and fibre in Spain with the only provider designed specifically for English speakers
FOR many English-speaking expats in Spain, finding a mobile or fibre provider that’s simple, reliable, and actually speaks your language can feel impossible. That’s exactly
Find out how to protect your assets and master the Spanish tax system at a free Blevins Franks seminar in Marbella
RENOWNED financial advisors Blevins Franks are offering a free financial planning seminar in Marbella this month. Blevins Franks specialises in providing integrated, cross-border financial planning covering
Photo Prints; Why are they important in the digital age?
THE digital era has come with numerous perks and also many downsides. Nowadays, plenty of people keep their photos in computers, the cloud, and their
Elysium Bayside breaks ground on a new vision for living in Gibraltar
THURSDAY, March 26 marked a defining moment for Gibraltar’s evolving urban landscape, as Elysium Bayside officially broke ground in a ceremony that brought together senior
Do Americans know they can combine their years worked in Spain and the USA to help qualify for state benefits?
By Peter Dougherty TALES of pirates burying treasure in far-off places have captured imaginations for centuries. As Americans working in Spain, we may not be
How Spanish banks overcharged expat mortgage payers in one of the biggest scandals in Spain’s financial history
FOR years, Spanish banks quietly siphoned money from unsuspecting homeowners using a single line buried deep in their mortgage contracts. A clause so discreet, so
Spain is trying to regulate its property market — but on the Costa del Sol the market isn’t listening
By Christofer Fogelberg of Smart Group SPAIN has a property problem — or at least, that’s what politicians would have you believe. From Madrid to
Marbella hospital rolls out a new home-care service across the Costa del Sol
MARBELLA’S Quirónsalud Hospital has launched a new Home Care Unit which provides healthcare from the comfort of the patient’s home. The initiative is designed to
Costa Blanca North: Where your Mediterranean life begins
SUNLIGHT, sea views and space – the Costa Blanca North brings together everything international buyers look for in a home in Spain. From the charm
Expats in Spain need a financial planner who did the hard yards to learn about local taxes – so they can sleep soundly at night
By Peter Dougherty WHEN 100 expatriates in Spain are asked whether they would like to know more about local taxes, 80 raise their hand. When
Padel in Spain: How a sport became the country’s social glue
IN Spain, it’s no longer unusual for a weekday evening to revolve around a padel match instead of a café table. Across cities and towns
Your executives have a strategy for the company – do you have one for your finances in Spain?
By Peter Dougherty IF you’re a business owner or HR leader, chances are that you worry about losing top talent. My colleague German Guevara Millan,
The biggest ABBA party ever hits the Costa del Sol this summer – Marbella, get ready to dance
ON 29 August, Marbella Arena in Puerto Banus will transform into a glittering pop temple when the spectacular live show ‘The Tribute – A Tribute to ABBA’ brings
There is a clear path for Brits looking to move to Spain on a non-lucrative visa
For many Britons, Spain represents the life they’ve always imagined: warm weather, a relaxed pace, vibrant communities, and a healthier balance between work, leisure, and
Even in the age of AI expats in Spain will still need the human touch of a trusted financial advisor
By Peter Dougherty THE business headlines announce: “Artificial Intelligence could eliminate the need for financial advisors.” We see enough of those headlines over time and
Got a text from the ‘Hacienda’? Don’t click the link – here’s how to protect yourself from a scam targeting British expats across Spain
FEW words in Spain can ruin a perfectly good café con leche faster than this one: Hacienda. Your phone buzzes. You glance down. There it
Middle East tensions and rising oil prices could boost Spanish property demand from the Costa del Sol to Costa Brava
By Christofer Fogelberg of property experts Start Group GLOBAL conflicts can feel far removed from the beaches of Marbella or the white villages of the
Buying property in Spain just got easier for Europeans with this new multilingual platform offering interactive tools and expert guides
A NEW multilingual platform is helping Europeans buy property in Spain — with free tools, in-depth guides, and real experts you can actually talk to.
Deadline for €100,000 safety shield looms: Why the next two weeks are critical for your savings
FOR many expatriates, moving to Spain represents a pursuit of balance and a better quality of life. However, living abroad often brings practical considerations that
Marbella hospital’s new state-of-the-art MRI scanner diagnoses heart and brain conditions faster
NEW technology is set to expand Quironsalud’s diagnostic capabilities and enable the development of advanced protocols in cardiology and neurology. Quironsalud Marbella Hospital has strengthened
How will recent geopolitical tensions roil the mortgage outlook for foreign buyers eyeing up Spain?
THE escalation of tensions in the Middle East is adding volatility to global energy markets, and financial markets are beginning to price in the uncertainty
The €100,000 mistake: Why moving to Spain has become a legal minefield for Brits thanks to post-Brexit red tape
FOR many Britons, Spain represents the life they’ve always wanted: sunshine, space, culture, community, and a slower pace that feels worlds away from the UK’s
Discover a wild world this Easter at bioparc Fuengirola
IF you’re looking for more than just sun and sand this Easter, Bioparc Fuengirola offers an extraordinary escape—without ever leaving the Costa del Sol. Right
Degusta Fest Armilla 2026 arrives in Granada this May with the best music and signature cuisine – here’s how to WIN free tickets
GRANADA is preparing to experience the second edition of Degusta Fest Armilla, a unique festival that equally combines two of life’s greatest pleasures: gourmet cuisine