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European court rules pets are legally baggage on flights: airlines not liable beyond luggage compensationLoss of pets during air travel is treated like lost suitcases, limiting airline compensation obligations If you’re an animal lover who travels with pets, this news might be a bit upsetting. The Court of Justice of the European Union has decided.. 17/10/2025

New EU border controls: What British travellers to Spain need to know before October 12Everything you need to know about Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) as millions of British tourists prepare for new registration requirements If you're planning a trip to Spain or anywhere else in Europe in the coming months, there's.. 08/10/2025

Imserso budget holidays for pensioners return for the 2025-2026 seasonAround 900,000 cut-price trips are offered every year to popular destinations like Alicante and Murcia The Imserso tourism scheme is one of those uniquely Spanish ideas that has stood the test of time. It was launched decades ago with the simple goal.. 06/10/2025

Spain and UK plan demolition of Gibraltar border fence in January 2026The landmark step aims to boost daily cross-border movement between Gibraltar and Spain Spain and the United Kingdom are preparing to demolish the Gibraltar border fence in January 2026, removing the last visible symbol of division between the British.. 26/08/2025

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..

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..

Seville Cathedral: A Gothic masterpiece and the largest of its kindAn architectural marvel, the Catedral de Sevilla stands as one of the world's most breathtaking Gothic cathedrals Seville Cathedral, or the Catedral de Santa María de la Sede, is an extraordinary feat of Gothic architecture and the largest cathedral..

Discover Seville in a day: A whirlwind tour of the city's must-see sightsMake the most of 24 hours in Seville with this route covering history, culture and local charm   Seville is a city bursting with history, culture and vibrant energy. At every turn, you’ll find something new to explore – from grand..

All Granada airport flight destinations for summer 2025: No London and no ParisThese are all the flight routes scheduled for the Granada Airport summer high season 2025 Granada Airport’s summer 2025 schedule has been confirmed, and with it comes some disappointing news for international travellers. Flights to Paris and.. 19/02/2025

Tourist saturation: Málaga wants to pay Instagram influencers to tell followers to visit city centre alternativesThe Andalucía city is aiming to promote alternative routes beyond the historic centre amid a severe problem with tourist overcrowding   The city of Málaga is taking an innovative approach to tackling its growing tourist saturation.. 12/02/2025

Pioneering weather technology set to transform Granada airport operations by 2026A new satellite navigation system will solve runway limitations and reduce diversions   Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is set to overcome a long-standing operational handicap with the introduction of a satellite navigation.. 07/01/2025

Discover Spain's little-known olive spitting festival in AlmeríaThe tiny Andalucía town of Canjáyar has a fiesta each autumn based around its olives   Every autumn, around October or November, the otherwise unassuming rural hilltop village of Canjáyar in the province of Almería has a..

The must-visit ski resort in the south of Spain where the sun shines 320 days of the yearIf you are dreaming of a white Christmas or an adventurous escape this winter, the Sierra Nevada might just be right for you   The Sierra Nevada, Granada, boasts 320 days of sunshine a year, and it is Europe's most southern standing ski resort..

Bathing topless, smoking, drinking... Know your Spanish swimming pool etiquetteIt’s easy to make a splash for all the wrong reasons at public swimming pools in Spain As the Spanish sun shines bright, it's time to dive into one of summer's greatest attractions – a dip in the communal swimming pool. Whether.. 09/07/2024

10 most common - and dangerous - jellyfish found in the waters in SpainWhile most jellyfish found on the coasts of Spain are harmless, a few pose serious risks Jellyfish occupy an important rung on the food chain and like all other organisms, they’re needed to maintain a healthy balance between species. However.. 08/07/2024

These are the 5 beaches in Almeria's Cabo de Gata you have to pay to visitAlmería’s protected natural park has placed restrictions on visitor numbers and activities to try and conserve the local environment The Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Spain’s southeastern province of Almería is a beautiful..

Noche de San Juan: Top 5 towns to celebrate the beach bonfire festival in SpainThe summer solstice festival of fireworks will take place throughout the country on Friday night, June 23 into the early hours of Saturday Summer is literally around the corner, and its arrival heralds the launch of the biggest and most famous festival..

Why Spain plants oleander trees in the middle of motorwaysThese colourful bushes line high capacity roads all over southern Spain Spain is one of the safest countries in Europe to drive in, ranked tenth by the European Transport Safety Council. The traffic authorities are continuously making improvements to reduce..