Revolts in Spain’s Mallorca over new law set to ‘transform island into developer’s paradise’
PROTESTORS are set to take to the streets of Mallorca this weekend as fury mounts over a new law that could see the island’s countryside
What role has the arrival of Blackstone and Goldman Sachs played in Spain’s housing crisis?
ACCESS to housing has proved to be very difficult for many Spanish people in recent years, particularly in the country’s main cities. Rental prices are
‘Be curious, not careless’: How to avoid cold shoulder from fed-up locals in Mallorca this summer
TOURISTS heading to the Balearics this summer are being given expert advice on how to ensure they receive a warm welcome from locals whilst enjoying
6 bedroom Townhouse for sale in Albons with garage – € 850,000
Charming 20th century villa a few kilometers from the sea and with 2ha of land Located a few steps from the center of town, this
Seattle Sounders vs Atlético Madrid Will Be an Intriguing Encounter as the FIFA Club World Cup Continues to Shine
THE FIFA Club World Cup has already been an amazing spectacle, especially for neutral fans. One of its most intriguing qualities so far has been
Looking at Ways Barcelona Can Manage Tourism Without Spraying Visitors With Water
AS far as protests go, those erupting across Southern Europe have been welcomingly restrained, with the biggest headlines circling around little water pistols being sprayed
Reale Seguros: Insurance in Spain that speaks your language
MOVING to Spain is a dream for many—but when reality hits, things like car insurance or home protection can feel anything but simple. Especially when
A Summer of Stars and Science: Live Planetarium Shows and a Leonardo da Vinci Immersive Exhibit at Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences
VALENCIA’S Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències is offering an extraordinary summer lineup that blends science, art, and family fun. Visitors can enjoy live
Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota, 28, dies in car crash in Spain
LIVERPOOL and Portugal footballer Diogo Jota has died in a car crash in Spain. The 28-year-old was killed alongside his brother, Andre, following the incident
Malaga property market sets new record as sellers ‘find buyers within hours at never-before-seen prices’
PROPERTY prices across Andalucia have rocketed by 15% in the past year, with Malaga cementing its position as the most expensive province in the region.
Spanish and British navies ‘learning to integrate’ as frigate captain reveals role in defending carrier
A SPANISH naval captain has revealed how his frigate is tasked with protecting Britain’s HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier from attack whilst sailing through
Beware Spain’s new traffic light radars – and the fines if they catch you running a red
SPAIN is rolling out a sleek new traffic sign that spells trouble for anyone tempted to jump a red light. The sign marks the presence
UK heatwave is causing Brits to last-minute cancel holidays to ‘too hot’ Spain
BRITS are sweating under the summer sun – not in Spain, but on the shores of their own isle, as the United Kingdom is hit
Europe’s best beach is found in Spain – as is the second, according to German travel company
EUROPE’s best beaches have been ranked by travel company Omio, and Spanish beaches take the first two placings out of 75. Number one is Teresitas
Spain’s Airbnb crisis exposed: One in three homes in tourist hotspots now short-lets
NEARLY 400,000 tourist flats are eating Spain’s holiday hotspots alive – and in some city-centre streets, short-term lets now outnumber homes for locals. A bombshell
Man, 90, arrested on suspicion of murdering his 86-year-old wife in northern Spain
A 90-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 86-year-old wife at their home in northern Spain on Wednesday morning. The Guardia Civil detained
Tragedy in Catalunya as toddler dies after father goes to work and ‘forgets son was in the car’
A TWO-year-old child has died after being left inside a car for five hours during Spain’s heatwave in Catalunya. The Mossos d’Esquadra, regional police force,
THIS MONTH IN SPAIN: When Nelson lost his arm during the failed British invasion of Tenerife
HORATIO Nelson was arguably Britain’s greatest-ever sailor, and possibly the most accomplished fighting seaman the world has ever seen. Given the era (he was born
WATCH: Two dead as farmer perishes in failed rescue effort in Spain’s deadly forest fire season
TWO people have died in devastating wildfires that swept through Catalonia yesterday, forcing 20,000 residents into emergency lockdown. The victims were found dead near their
LIFE IN SPAIN: What is a toddler’s life worth? The tragedy that shook a Spanish village
THE village of Pizarra, 20 miles inland from Malaga, is a place where time moves slowly. Whitewashed houses cling to the hillside, and summer evenings
Bubble alert: Property prices in the Balearics shoot up another 15%
THE housing bubble in the Balearic Islands has increased even more in the past year, with property prices shooting up by another 15%. Housing on
4 bedroom Villa for sale in Pueblo Nuevo de Guadiaro with pool garage – € 875,000
Charming chalet very well located and oriented, with very nice views and within walking distance of shops and the La Cañada golf club. Ground floor:
Churrigueresque: How Spain’s most over-the-top architecture took the world (briefly) by storm
FROM the palaces of Spain to the cathedrals of colonial Mexico and the revivalist flair of early 20th-century California, the Churrigueresque style dazzled with theatrical
How to stay safe at the pool after two children drown on the Costa del Sol in one month
TWO minors have died from drowning in less than a month in private pools in Mijas. The first tragedy occurred when a 12-year-old boy drowned
PSOE corruption probe: Former party secretary Cerdan detained by Spain’s Supreme Court over alleged corruption
SANTOS Cerdan, former secretary of organisation for Spain’s ruling PSOE party, has been sent to prison on charges of bribery, criminal organisation and influence peddling,
Bargain alert: Three-bed pads are available in Spain for under €70,000 – here’s how to find them
WITH Spain’s housing crisis dominating headlines, it can seem a far dream to ever secure property on the Iberian Peninsula, yet Idealista is showcasing several