Spanish Living
Spain’s new scooter sign is catching riders out with instant €200 fines
A lot of electric scooter users in Spain are suddenly realising they can no longer ride through some streets they used almost every day before. A...
Guardia Civil says this hidden wallet item could leave you with a €30,000 fine
Most people would probably not think twice about carrying it. It fits inside a wallet, looks almost identical to a normal bank card and can...
Osborne bull at 70: English roots behind Spain’s best-known roadside legend
Osborne bulls have dotted Spanish roadsides since 1956, turning a simple brandy advertisement into a national treasure that binds British enterprise with Andalucian spirit. This...
Spain weddings are shrinking, but couples are spending more than ever in 2026
Couples are spending more than ever while at the same time slashing guest lists to keep Spain wedding costs under control. Modern weddings are becoming...
War and peace with motorhomes in Spain – Choose wisely where to park up in 2026
Those who love to holiday in tourism's latest popular fashion, motorhoming, will need to plan carefully their holidays in Spain in 2026, as regional policies...
Gluten-free at Spanish ferias? What people with celiac disease and food intolerances need to watch for
Spain’s famous ferias and food festivals are wide and loved across the country, from Malaga to Madrid, Barcelona to Fuengirola, Seville to Valencia and many...
Spain’s new radars could fine drivers before they even spot the camera
A lot of drivers in Spain still react to speed cameras the same way. Spot the radar at the last second, hit the brakes quickly,...
Spain’s restaurants could soon start serving smaller meals under new food waste law
People eating out in Spain may soon notice a quiet but significant change appearing on restaurant menus. Smaller portions, half plates and more flexible meal...
Thousands of pensioners in Spain could stop paying several taxes after turning 65
Many people in Spain assume retirement simply means leaving work behind and living on a pension. But reaching the age of 65 can also unlock...
New app alerts Spain drivers before traffic fines become more expensive
Missing a traffic fine in Spain can quickly become expensive. Many drivers only discover penalties weeks later after they have already lost the right to...
Did Spain’s blackout affect you? You could be owed money
Thousands of households affected by the massive power outage that hit Spain and the Iberian Peninsula on April 28, 2025 may be entitled to compensation...
Spain hotel warning. Why you could still lose your room after booking this summer, what you need to know
Travellers arriving at hotels in Spain this summer could face an unexpected problem at reception even with a confirmed booking. The hotel industry practice known...
Why electricity bills in Spain double for expats this summer – And easy ways to fight back
Questions and nasty shocks about doubled electricity bills begin to come up every year around this time as many expats new to Spain are shocked...
Spain internet prices in focus for World Internet Day 2026. How you can save money now
World Internet Day is celebrated in Spain on May 17, which means you could save on fibre deals, mobile bundles and technology promotions from telecom...