Spanish Living
Spain May bank holiday weather alert as rain threatens getaway plans and sunshine splits the country
Anyone already dreaming about Spain’s May bank holiday weekend in 2026 may need to check the map before booking. Early forecasts suggest persistent rain could...
Should expats in Spain move to a new rental property in 2026?
Many renters from abroad wonder whether changing homes makes financial sense in today's tight Spanish market. Recent data reveals a clear divide between what already...
Spain issues urgent warning after fake Guardia Civil emails target bank details
A new email scam is doing the rounds in Spain, and it is catching attention for one simple reason: it uses the name of the...
Spain warns restaurants of fines up to €225,018 for making staff work extra hours unpaid
Bar and restaurant owners across Spain are being warned that asking staff to work long hours without proper overtime pay could prove extremely expensive. Under...
Expat in Spain receives an alarming SMS about crypto taxes – is it genuine or a scam?
Foreign residents living on the Costas and other parts of Spain often handle digital assets. One such expat recently got a worrying phone message claiming...
Average property listing in Spain receives 41 enquiries
Finding an apartment to rent in Spain has become increasingly more competitive, according to new data published by property rental and purchasing platform Idealista. Between...
The simple UK airport switch that could save you £178 on flights to Spain
Brits heading to Spain this summer could be paying far more than they need to, simply by choosing the wrong UK airport. New travel research has...
Spain tax refund 2025: when Hacienda could send your money and why some get paid first
If your Spanish tax return shows money coming back to you, you are probably asking the same question as thousands of others right now: when...
Spain ranked number one for digital nomad visas in 2026 : Here’s why remote workers are choosing it over Portugal
Spain has been named the best country in the world for digital nomad visas in 2026, ahead of Malta and Portugal, and the effect is...
Speed cut to 100 kmh on Spanish roads: where drivers are already being slowed down
Drivers across Spain are starting to notice a change on some of the country’s main roads. In several high risk stretches, the maximum speed limit...
Residents in Spain could be fined €2,000 for leaving boxes by bins with their names on
Residents in several parts of Spain are being warned that leaving cardboard boxes or parcels next to rubbish containers, rather than disposing of them correctly,...
Bank scam warning in Spain: fake ‘account blocked’ message catching out thousands of users
A new wave of banking scams is spreading across Spain, and this time it is harder to spot than ever. Victims are receiving messages that...
Storm warning in Spain: AEMET puts 10 regions on alert as strong winds and rough seas hit today
A powerful weather system is sweeping across Spain this Monday, April 13, with 10 regions placed on alert due to strong winds, dangerous sea conditions...
Spain confirms framework for remote work and flexible hours for parents
Balancing work and family life remains a central concern for many people living and working in Spain, particularly as childcare responsibilities continue to shape daily...