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Andalucía scoops 143 Blue Flag beaches in 2026 to hold onto second place in SpainMálaga leads the way within the community, but it's Córdoba and Jaén that have the most to celebrate this year Andalucía has had another strong year in the Blue Flag rankings, with 143 beaches earning the coveted award.. 05/05/2026

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT SpainRising oil prices in Spain mean it's time to start driving smarter and these new habits could save you a fortune With Brent crude oil creeping towards $96 a barrel amid ongoing instability in the Middle East and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.. 05/05/2026

May 17 Organised mass Dance for World Peace on the beach in MojácarParticipants can also enjoy a €5 paella at the Almería beach bar afterwards   On Sunday May 17, starting at 10.30am, the Free Spirit Movement, in coordination with Chiringuito Titos and Mojácar Town Hall, will be organising.. 05/05/2026

Spain supermarket savings: 3 simple changes that can drastically cut your billFrom shopping lists to store brands, a few simple changes can cut costs by up to 40% in supermarkets across Spain Spain’s supermarket prices have been creeping up for a while now and it’s something most households are feeling at the checkout.. 05/05/2026

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to expertsEarly summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s been an unsettled and unpredictable start to the year is something of an understatement. Spain welcomed 2026 with a barrage of storms that.. 05/05/2026

Andalucía house prices jump 15% but remain below national averageRising costs continue across the region as buyers face steeper entry prices House prices across Andalucía continue to climb sharply, rising by 15% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest figures. While that growth.. 04/05/2026

Andalucía weekly weather forecast May 4-7: Mostly dry, warmer and brighterA settled spell with sunshine returning, a few clouds inland and breezier coasts After the more changeable weather of the past few days, Andalucía turns back to a more settled pattern this week, with plenty of sunshine, rising temperatures and.. 04/05/2026

Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rulesThe Spain-wide regulations stipulate that terraces can stay open if bars have cooling systems in place If you've ever tried to grab a drink on a bar terrace during a Spanish heatwave, you'll know it's not always the most comfortable experience.. 01/05/2026

Spain's mandatory V16 beacon is being ignored in 83% of breakdownsEight out of ten breakdowns in Spain happen without the device that's been compulsory since January Possibly the most controversial piece of motoring kit the Spanish authorities have ever introduced, the V16 emergency lights are still causing.. 01/05/2026

Spain moves to ease airport queues as new EU border system causes delaysOperational tweaks introduced as British travellers face long waits at passport control Passengers arriving in Spain, particularly from the UK, have been facing lengthy delays at passport control following the rollout of the EU’s new Entry/Exit.. 01/05/2026

Why May 1 is a public holiday in SpainLabour Day is marked nationwide with a long history of workers’ rights, protest and a welcome day off May 1 is one of the most important dates in the Spanish work calendar, and this year it falls on a Friday, creating a long weekend for many people.. 01/05/2026

Málaga hosts Spain's most iconic Lego exhibitionThe OXO Video Game Museum is tracing Lego’s journey from 1932 to its rise in the gaming world Málaga is now home to what is being billed as Spain’s most iconic Lego exhibition, with a new show at the OXO Video Game Museum running until.. 01/05/2026

Plaza de España set to turn into an opera stage for one special nightThe Teatro Real’s travelling Carroza returns to Cádiz on May 29 with a free recital and a bigger, upgraded stage There is something rather special about hearing opera in the open air, and Cádiz is about to enjoy exactly that again... 01/05/2026

Amazon Prime Day 2026 lands early in Spain with huge deals just around the cornerPrime members in Spain can expect exclusive deals, rapid deliveries and massive savings Amazon has just confirmed that Prime Day 2026 is landing in June, giving bargain hunters in Spain a head start on one of the biggest shopping events of the year.. 01/05/2026

Andalucía braces for more than 1.2 million journeys over May Day weekendTraffic chiefs have launched a major operation with drones, helicopters and extra patrols to keep roads moving Andalucía is set for a very busy puente de mayo (May Day long weekend), with forecasts pointing to 1,268,400 long-distance journeys across.. 01/05/2026

Spain to cut antibiotic pack sizes in bid to tackle overuseTourists and residents alike have been known to stock up on antibiotics from Spanish pharmacies Spain is introducing more changes to how antibiotics are dispensed in pharmacies, with plans to reduce standard pack sizes in an effort to tackle overuse.. 01/05/2026

Rare Blue Moon to light up Spanish skies this MaySkywatchers across Spain will get two chances to see a full moon in May, with the second known as a Blue Moon The night sky over Spain is set to put on a rare show this May, with not one but two full moons appearing in the same month in what&rsquo.. 30/04/2026

How to get a criminal records check in Spain, with help from Heniam & AssociatesEverything you need to know about requesting your criminal record certificate in Spain, including online, in person and from abroad If you need to prove your legal record in Spain, you may be asked to provide a criminal record certificate as part of certain..

Key 'rehearsal' day arrives for the much-anticipated solar eclipse in SpainStargazers across Spain can test viewing spots now ahead of August 12 total eclipse People across Spain are already gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of 2026, with a total solar eclipse set to take place on Wednesday August 12. It&.. 30/04/2026

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across SpainA new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist apartments has not increased the supply of permanent rental homes across Spain, according to a new study from Idealista. The figures show.. 29/04/2026