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Balearic and Canary islands join forces to combat over-tourismThe two archipelagos will form an entente to determine the negative effects of tourism and ultimately remedy them In a completely unprecedented move for Spain, the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands are finalising an agreement to develop.. 05/02/2025

Spain welcomes more international tourists than ever in 2024, with spending hitting record highsForeign visitors shrugged off inflation, spending 7.6% more per trip, as Spain saw a surge in arrivals Spain’s tourism industry had a record-breaking year in 2024, with foreign visitors spending more than ever before despite inflationary.. 04/02/2025

Spanish airline ranked among the safest carriers in the worldThe Spanish carrier has also just been voted the second most punctual in Europe Airplanes are still the safest means of transport there is. In fact, a recent study has revealed that between 2018 and 2022, the risk of death was approximately one in.. 04/02/2025

Renfe axes several Spanish train routes as competition heats upOne of the casualties is the rail connection between Andalucía and Madrid, a huge blow to southern Spain Renfe, Spain’s national railway operator, is making significant reductions to its AVE high-speed and Alvia services starting from.. 03/02/2025

It's not a 3-year tourist ban: UK media hype unfairly slams SpainNo, tourists are not being banned from going on holiday to Spain, despite what the papers might have you think Recent media reports have left many UK and Irish holidaymakers questioning whether Spain is closing its doors to tourists. Headlines about..

British tourist dies after being swept into sea at Tenerife natural poolThe 63-year-old man tragically passed away after a powerful wave hit the popular swimming spot where he was relaxing A British tourist, aged 63, has died after being swept into the sea by a powerful wave while swimming at the Los Gigantes.. 30/01/2025

On time, every time: Spain's rail network leads Europe for punctualityRenfe, the main train operator in Spain, is the fourth most reliable in Europe Since so many train passengers are commuting to work, catching a flight or travelling for appointments, it stands to reason that reliability is one of the top priorities.. 29/01/2025

Spain transport discounts are back: Up to 50 per cent off train and bus travel this yearThe government managed to push through the cost-of-living policy, which began as an extraordinary measure in 2022 The Spanish government has reinstated its transport subsidies after their brief suspension. Following the approval of a new decree.. 28/01/2025

Irish family hit with Ryanair fine for apparently oversized cabin bags on Christmas flight to SpainA frustrated passenger has challenged the penalty after being charged €120 for two allegedly oversized bags A family travelling with Ryanair faced unexpected charges after being fined €120 for two cabin bags that were deemed too.. 28/01/2025

Discover Spain and beyond: The Times' top train journeys across EuropeThe prestigious British media has chosen Spain as one of the best countries to explore by train Thanks to countless films and books, long train trips have taken on something of a romantic quality, evoking thoughts of exotic destinations and meetings.. 27/01/2025

Three holiday destinations to avoid in Spain in 2025Due to overcrowding, people are recommended to stay clear of these three tourist hotspots In 2024, from January to November, 98.3 million international tourists arrived in Spain to explore the beautiful southern European country. These.. 14/01/2025

Luxury tourism sector in Spain continues to bring in huge profitsHigh-end accommodation witnessed a growth of 23.5% in rates last year Luxury tourism shows no signs of slowing down any time soon as the high-end accommodation boom continues to grow in Spain. According to data from the eBooking.com platform.. 14/01/2025

Is the tap water safe to drink in Spain?Spain travel advice: can you drink the tap water everywhere in the country? One of the things that most worries people when they go to another country is whether or not it is safe to drink the tap water or whether they will have to buy bottled water. &..

See which international airlines the EU recommends flyers avoid at all costsThe EU’s Air Safety List has been updated to show passengers which airlines can be trusted and which can’t... The world of flying is often very safe these days, but there are still risks involved with flying and that is why the EU.. 10/01/2025

Holiday flat rentals in Spain surged by 20 per cent in summer 2024Spain ranked second in the EU for holiday bookings as summer rentals grew significantly Holiday flat rentals in Spain soared during the summer of 2024, making the country the second most popular destination for this type of accommodation in.. 09/01/2025

Spain granted power to suspend Gibraltar border security systemNew border rules to be phased in, with temporary suspensions allowed for technical issues The European Commission (EC) is preparing a new regulation to introduce the Schengen Area Entry-Exit System (EES) at Gibraltar’s border with Spain&rsquo.. 17/12/2024

Winter Wonderland: Discover the best snowy destinations in SpainBelieve it or not, sunny Spain offers a diverse range of snowy destinations to explore As the winter season approaches, many of us can't help but feel a thrill of excitement at the prospect of experiencing the magic of snow. And while Spain may.. 25/11/2024

Spain's spookiest destinations: 10 terrifying places to celebrate HalloweenFrom haunted villages to skeleton parades, Spain offers frightening fun for everyone on All Saints’ Over the last few years, Spain has moved on from its traditional All Saints’ Day to Halloween celebrations of the spookier variety enjoyed.. 28/10/2024

English inventor creates ingenious and foolproof new way to treat jellyfish stingsThe UK-designed and manufactured Stingblade was inspired by inventor Mark Dyers’ experiences swimming in Spain Every summer – and even outside of summer thanks to rising sea temperatures – jellyfish swarms appear along the coast.. 11/10/2024

EU proposes digital passports and ID cards to streamline travel in Schengen AreaThe new initiative aims to enhance security and speed up border crossings within the European Union and Schengen travel zone The European Commission has introduced a proposal to digitalise passports and identity cards for travellers entering or exiting.. 09/10/2024
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