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Palma’s must-see art opening: ‘The Garden’ by Nis Namdar brings a surreal new world to life
A fresh wave of contemporary art is arriving in Palma this season, and it’s one that promises to captivate, challenge and immerse. The Garden, a...
Art takes over Cartagena streets with FotoFest exhibition
Art lovers and tourists in the Costa Calida hub of Cartagena have a unique opportunity to experience photography in an entirely different way this April,...
Artemis II astronauts begin historic journey to the moon
For the first time in more than 50 years, NASA has given the four Artemis II astronauts (three Americans and a Canadian) the go-ahead to...
Helicopter rescue after fall in Orihuela mountain area
Emergency services were called into action in Orihuela after a 56-year-old man had to be airlifted following a fall in the Sierra de Orihuela. The...
This local food festival is making waves for its surprising digital twist
A traditional food festival in El Poble Nou de Benitatxell is getting a high-tech upgrade and it’s turning heads far beyond the Costa Blanca. The...
Alicante opens hidden Santa Ana bastion at Santa Barbara castle to visitors
Visitors to Santa Barbara Castle have a new reason to head uphill, as a previously closed section of the historic fortress has now opened to...
Vigo hits 569 points to lead Spain in English proficiency: Why it beats Madrid and Barcelona in 2026
Vigo has officially been ranked as the Spanish city with the highest level of English proficiency this April 2026, scoring 569 points in the latest...
Spain Easter travel chaos leaves thousands without luggage – but these smart hacks could help your trip
Travellers heading to Spain this Easter are being caught up in widespread airport disruption, with strike action leaving thousands of suitcases stranded and causing delays...
Selling in Spain? The €14,000 home feature that no longer guarantees a higher closing price
A property feature that once added a reliable €14,000 to home valuations in Spain is losing its edge this April 2026, as buyers push back...
A hidden gem in Spain is hosting a 3-day free street arts festival
Culture is stepping out into the open once again in Orba, as the small town prepares to host the fifth edition of its much-loved “Fora...
Mallorca’s €16M estate sparks urgent push to block luxury hotel plans
A growing political and community movement in Mallorca is calling for urgent public intervention to safeguard one of the island’s historic rural estates from private...
Great weather for Easter weekend, but make the most of it while it lasts
Sunny skies and climbing temperatures will dominate the closing days of Easter in Andalucia. Stable conditions will be the order of the day for the...
13% oil spike triggers 2026 budget rewrite: How Spain’s economic shift affects expats
Spain has officially triggered a €5 billion emergency response plan this April 2026 as surging oil prices push national inflation to a two-year high of...
Explore Medieval life at Huércal‑Overa’s 2026 Baroque Market
Travel back to the medieval times and experience one of Spain’s most immersive historical events at Huercal-Overa's Baroque Market, taking place from April 10 to 12. This...