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The two beaches with the bluest waters in Spain revealed: Ibiza and Formentera shine in new studyIbiza’s Cala Comte and Formentera’s Illetes ranked among Spain’s top ten for crystal-clear seas Spain has some of Europe’s clearest, most stunning waters, and two of its brightest stars come from the Balearic Islands. According.. 24/09/2025

Formentera considers new tax for day-trippers to ease strain on environment and residentsThousands of visitors put pressure on local services and fragile ecosystems, prompting calls for fair contributions Formentera faces a growing controversy over proposals for a new tax aimed at day visitors and hikers. As summer crowds swell, the impact.. 24/09/2025

Airline changes: new routes launched and axed in SpainRyanair, Iberia, Delta and more adjust timetables in Spain with both losses and exciting new destinations The world of air travel never stands still for very long. Airlines regularly review their timetables, opening new routes, axing unprofitable.. 23/09/2025

Crackdown on illegal holiday lets sweeps SpainThousands of tourist apartments pulled offline in bid to boost housing supply A sweeping effort is underway across Spain to combat illegal tourist rentals, as the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda (MIVAU) has ordered more than 53,800 non-compliant.. 19/09/2025

Spain announces historic €13 billion investment in country's airportsMadrid, Barcelona and Alicante airports will receive a huge cash injection, but Murcia’s Corvera is left out AENA, the airport operator under the Ministry of Transport, has announced a massive investment of almost €13 billion between 2027.. 19/09/2025

Madrid Barajas airport lurches from one crisis to the nextChaotic three-day strike by security personnel followed by threats of action due to airport staff shortages Archive photo of Madrid Barajas airport Madrid Barajas airport is facing further disruption in the wake of a three-day strike by security.. 18/09/2025

Another morning of delays for Andalucía-Madrid high-speed trainsTravellers face second consecutive day of disruption at Madrid’s Atocha station There was more frustration for rail travellers yesterday, on Wednesday September 17, as high-speed trains running between Madrid and Andalucía experienced delays.. 18/09/2025

Murcia among world's top 20 places for digital nomadsSpain has seven cities in the ranking, making it one of the best countries to work remotely An aerial view of Murcia city More and more people in Spain are becoming digital nomads and no longer need to go into the office five days a week... 17/09/2025

From Madrid to Murcia, Alicante and Málaga: Ouigo’s budget trains take Spain by storm in first yearLow prices and efficient service fuel strong growth on Spain’s high-speed trains Ouigo is celebrating a successful first year on the Madrid-Murcia route, having transported over 350,000 passengers with an average occupancy rate of 80%. This French.. 16/09/2025

Ibiza leads Spain in cultural and sustainable tourism growth in 2025A record year for community, conservation and culture on the island Ibiza has taken the top spot in Spain this year for cultural and sustainable tourism, showing just how much the island has evolved beyond its nightlife reputation. Long loved for its.. 16/09/2025

Ryanair threatens to slash even more seats in Spain next summerSmaller airlines around Spain are feeling the financial pinch after Ryanair’s shock withdrawal The bad news just keeps on coming from Spain’s most popular budget airline Ryanair, which has just revealed that it’s planning to cut.. 15/09/2025

Spain's busiest airports face growing passenger complaints amid rising trafficStrikes, organisational issues and passenger overload drive frustration at top Spanish airports Spain’s booming tourism has a flipside: some of the country’s busiest airports are also some of Europe’s most criticised. According to Reclamio.. 10/09/2025

Discover El Peñón: Tenerife’s Stunning Shipwreck and Underwater ParadiseA carefully planned sinking has turned a former tugboat off Tenerife into one of the Canary Islands’ most popular diving spots Off the coast of Tenerife, just a few metres from Tabaiba, lies El Peñón, a 35-metre tugboat resting.. 09/09/2025

The best beach in the world is in Spain, according to National GeographicThis sandy stretch in the Canary Islands is “one of the most seductive areas” on the globe Spain’s stunning coastline is no stranger to accolades, with Rodas Beach in the Cíes Islands often topping the rankings. But this time.. 08/09/2025

What Spanish citizens can do if they lose their passport at the airportSpain’s Guardia Civil can issue a travel permit so those with Spanish nationality don’t miss their flight Losing a passport or ID at the airport is every traveller’s nightmare. The panic usually sets in right away, with many.. 19/08/2025

EU confirms start date for non-Schengen travellers Entry-Exit System as ETIAS fee nearly triplesUK visitors to the EU will face biometric checks starting from October 2025, followed by a new visa-waiver scheme with a higher fee British travellers heading to the EU will face significant changes at borders starting from this October, as the long-awaited..

Lesser-known Canary Island to get new UK flights in 2026Jet2 to launch direct flights to La Palma and offer package holidays in scenic coastal spots Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced new flight routes to La Palma, one of the lesser-known gems of the Canary Islands, starting in 2026. From April 3 next.. 22/07/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 17/07/2025

Brits in Spain urged to make this change to avoid passport control headacheA new update on the UK government website urges British residents in Spain to swap their green certificate for a TIE card They highlight the risk of airport delays for those without the biometric residency card The UK government has updated the..

Tourists in Spain warned of highway pirate scamScammers have been known to orchestrate crashes with unwitting rental car drivers in Spain Spain is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations for Irish and UK holidaymakers, with thousands of people are making plans for their next Spanish getaway..
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