ANDALUCIA TRAVEL & TOURISM

Highway robbery: Southern Spain toll charges spike just in time for summerThe AP-7 from Alicante to Cartagena costs 76% more between June and September than the rest of the year As if soaring grocery bills, sky-high fuel costs and rising electricity prices weren’t enough, now drivers in Spain are being slapped with.. 31/07/2025

Car owners in Spain are turning idle vehicles into summer incomePeer-to-peer car rentals have skyrocketed in demand in places like Madrid, Malaga and Alicante Last summer, the practice of renting out private swimming pools to holidaymakers and daytrippers exploded in Spain and netted thousands in extra cash for.. 30/07/2025

Soak for free in Granada's hidden thermal pool with ancient healing watersNatural mineral baths, dramatic scenery and a splash of history at the Zújar hot springs Tucked away in the province of Granada is a little-known natural wonder that’s completely free to enjoy – the thermal springs of Zújar...

Airport Buses wants your feedback: What new stops do you want to see?These are all the current stops along the way on Airport Buses’s three routes... but now they’re looking to add more! Since the Airport Buses private coach transfer service to and from Murcia Airport launched in May 2025, hundreds of passengers.. 29/07/2025

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 avoid sky-high mobile bills when travelling this summerTop tips for using your phone abroad without breaking the bank With the summer in full swing, the kids on school holidays and millions of people in Spain heading abroad for their summer getaways, now’s a good time to check how your mobile phone plan..

Ryanair admits paying commission to staff who charge for oversized bagsCEO Michael O’Leary has defended the commission, saying it helps enforce baggage rules and improve boarding efficiency Ryanair has confirmed that its cabin staff receive around €1.50 each time they catch a passenger trying to board with.. 21/07/2025

Buses to replace Seville-Malaga trains during August worksRail replacement buses will run for three days in August while infrastructure upgrades take place Train passengers travelling between Seville and Malaga will face a temporary change of plans later this summer, as Renfe is putting on 102 buses to cover.. 17/07/2025

The Spanish city with not one, but two overseas twinsFrom Cuba to Italy, Cádiz has architectural and cultural doppelgängers across the globe It’s often said that Cádiz, with its winding old town and golden beaches, bears a striking resemblance to Havana. The Cuban capital shares Cá..

Summer adventures with Taquilla TicketsFive unforgettable trips through the Region of Murcia and beyond If you’re looking to make the most of your summer in the sun, Taquilla Tickets has you covered. This local, family-run business has been organising fun, accessible trips for the.. 15/07/2025

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..

Daily traffic jams to get to Málaga AirportCalls are growing louder for long-overdue infrastructure improvements as the usual summer congestion begins It has been nearly 20 years since the idea of a northern access road to Málaga Airport was first floated, yet as another busy summer travel.. 19/06/2025

Airport Buses celebrates a strong start following its launchPassenger reviews for the Murcia Airport transfer service are glowing, and now operators say a broader uptake is vital to sustain the new service Three short weeks after its launch, Airport Buses is already earning high praise from passengers travelling.. 10/06/2025

Spain's beach showers could be drying up for good... and not everyone mindsThis water saving measure introduced with drought restrictions may become the new normal for Spain Playa del Cable, Marbella All the recent rain may have relieved the drought problems across much of Spain, but the ever-increasing regularity.. 12/05/2025

National Geographic's best beaches in Spain for 2025 include one in MurciaThe prestigious magazine has selected 25 of the country’s finest coastal hideways, as well as compiling individual lists for various autonomous regions, including Murcia The summer is almost upon us and as the weather heats up, many of us.. 09/05/2025

This is where a brand-new dog-friendly beach has opened in AlmeríaThe move is a step towards inclusivity with a dedicated pet area in an area of Almería that has never had one before Mojácar Town Council has formally inaugurated its first beach area specifically designated for dogs, making the long.. 07/05/2025

High-speed rail derails: AVE between Murcia and Almería delayed beyond 2026Experts have confirmed that no concrete end date can be set as the major engineering works remain a long way from finished The long-awaited arrival of high-speed rail to Almería has hit another setback, as experts confirm that the AVE line.. 25/04/2025

Spain-UK travel: EU citizens can start applying for an 'ETA' entry visa to the UK nowNew Electronic Travel Authorisation comes into force on April 2 Starting from April 2, all EU citizens, including people travelling from Spain, will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before visiting the UK for short stays of less..

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..

Córdoba, the Spanish city where Islam and Christianity have lived side by side for over a thousand yearsExperience a unique blend of cultures in one of Spain's most historic cities   In the heart of Córdoba, it’s easy to see why the caliphs (Islamic rulers) of Al-Andalus chose the city as their capital back in AD 711. The narrow, winding..