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The biggest and best Christmas markets in Spain for 2025From the traditional market in Madrid's Plaza Mayor to the new A Coruña stalls, Christmas shoppers are spoiled for choice in Spain Christmas in Spain is always a feast for the senses and one of the most charming traditions is the arrival.. 08/12/2025

Lock in the best energy rates now: Spanish Energy has your winter savings coveredAs the chill sets in and evenings draw longer, smart homeowners are turning to Spanish Energy to snag the top electricity and gas deals before year's end. If you're like most of us expats settled in Spain, the dropping temperatures mean one thing.. 04/12/2025

The real challenge in learning SpanishHow can you get new words in Spanish to stick in your head and remember them? Many of us who have moved out to Spain have tried hard for years to improve our Spanish, but keep running up against the same old, familiar roadblocks. This is something that..

This weekend is a puente in Spain: How many days off are there and where?The 'puente de diciembre' is a major weekend for travel in Spain, with thousands of cars hitting the roads Plaza de la Constitución in Cádiz, celebrating the landmark 1812 constitution   Every year in Spain, the weekend.. 02/12/2025

In question: Rental-expense deductions for non-EU property owners in Spain by IberianTax   For the 2025 tax year, non-resident property owners in Spain must file their Rental Income Tax return (Modelo 210) between 1 January and 20 January 2026. This applies to both short-term and long-term rentals. Non-resident.. 02/12/2025

Read the December edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the December issue of Home & Living!   This edition is full of inspiring ideas for Christmas, including festive decor, party wear, how to ‘dress’ your table for Christmas lunch, hairstyles, recipes and so much more..... &.. 27/11/2025

The new app to manage your funeral plans and payments in Spain, from Compare FuneralsCompare Funerals are launching a new app in the new year for users to easily update and control every aspect of their funeral arrangements The funeral plans and will writing company in Spain, Compare Funerals, is soon to launch a new app for mobile.. 26/11/2025

International Unit at Caser Residencial Málaga welcomes visiting nursing students from FinlandThe professional training programme not only taught the Finnish visitors about care work, but also helped to improve and expand services for foreign nationals at the nursing home too The International Unit at Caser Residencial Málaga recently.. 26/11/2025

Inspired Garden Furniture's massive sale: Quality outdoor furniture at great pricesExclusive savings on stylish sofa sets, dining sets, parasols and more   If you’ve been dreaming of enhancing your outdoor space, now’s the perfect time to act. Inspired Garden Furniture in Almería is holding a massive.. 25/11/2025

Save big on family airport journeys with Airport BusesMaking travel from Murcia Airport to the coast easier, friendlier and now more affordable Planning a trip can be stressful, especially when you’re juggling luggage, timetables and family budgets. Luckily, Airport Buses are making things simpler.. 24/11/2025

Taste of Spain: 5 foodie destinations you can reach direct from the UKDiscover the rich and varied flavours of Spain beyond the summer beaches this winter When you think of Spanish food, paella, chorizo or tortilla probably spring to mind - and they’re delicious, of course. But Spanish cuisine is much more diverse.. 19/11/2025

Warm homes, lower bills: Let Spanish Energy help you saveFree electricity and gas comparisons in English throughout Spain with no hidden fees The days may still be bright and warm across much of Spain, but those long winter nights are closing in fast. Mornings feel chillier, the evenings definitely call.. 13/11/2025

Soaring Spanish mortgages shut out buyers: Costs jump 63% in a decadeForeign demand drives up prices, leaving many residents facing impossible home loans and the realities of renting If you’re thinking about buying a home in Spain, the numbers are increasingly daunting. The average mortgage amount needed to buy a property..

Eleven smart tax moves to make in Spain before New Year that could save you thousandsAct now or miss out on legitimate ways to reduce your 2026 Spanish tax bill The 2026 tax season might feel like a distant worry, but savvy taxpayers know that the final weeks of 2025 are prime time for financial housekeeping. The clever folk at economic.. 10/11/2025

The 2025 Christmas Lottery: Who's barred from playing and how not to lose it all if you winWith the season fast approaching, here’s a reminder of who can’t join in the fun - and some handy advice for those dreaming of striking it lucky It might still be early November, but Christmas is already starting to peek around the corner.. 10/11/2025

Safe, smart and secure storage with Global Relocation - SpainGlobal Relocation – Spain combines secure storage with expert moving and relocation services Finding reliable storage for valuable furniture and personal belongings can be a challenge, but Global Relocation – Spain offers a secure and.. 10/11/2025

Armistice Day in Spain: Do the Spanish wear poppies and celebrate Remembrance Day?Many British expats in Spain observe Remembrance Day, but don’t be surprised if you get some funny looks from Spaniards for wearing a poppy November 11 is Remembrance Day or Armistice Day for countries like the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia..

Own property in Spain? Here's what's changing for non-residents in 2025-2026We’re just a couple of months away from the new year, and there are important things that all homeowners should now for 2026...  As Spain heads into a new tax year, several legal updates are set to impact non-resident property owners from.. 07/11/2025

Did you know? You can boost your existing home solar energy system with more modern, powerful batteries and here's howGive your solar panels a new lease of life with the latest Atmoce technology from Ecocorp Solar, your smarter energy experts Investing in solar panels is one of the best ways to harness clean, renewable energy and reduce your household electricity.. 06/11/2025

We all know the history of the Gunpowder Plot, but you may not realise that Guy Fawkes learnt all he knew in SpainThe man whose name became synonymous with treason and fireworks learnt his trade on Spanish soil... this is the Spanish connection behind Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night Guy Fawkes’ Night. Bonfire Night. Fireworks Night. Call it what you will, the 5th..