ANDALUCIA TRAVEL & TOURISM

Train drivers call a general strike from February 9 to 11 following train accidents in Adamuz and GelidaThe Union of Railway Drivers has warned of declining safety standards and announced legal action against those responsible for infrastructure and operations problems Train drivers across Spain have called a three-day general strike from February 9.. 22/01/2026

Death toll rises to 43 days after Córdoba train tragedy as Spain declares three days of mourningAuthorities have warned that the number of victims may still increase as rescue work continues Nuestras labores de investigación, apoyo y seguridad tras el accidente ferroviario de #Adamuz no cesan, el trabajo conjunto con compañeros de.. 20/01/2026

What caused the Córdoba train crash? These are the main hypotheses so far...Investigators are focusing on possible infrastructure or mechanical failures as the cause of the accident As Spain continues to mourn the victims of the deadly train crash near Adamuz, Córdoba on Sunday January 18, the question now becomes.. 20/01/2026

Trains between Madrid and Andalucía could be disrupted until February 2: What to do if your train has been cancelledMore than 200 services are affected by the suspension of rail traffic between Madrid and the cities of Sevilla, Córdoba, Málaga and Huelva High speed rail links between Madrid and several major cities in Andalucía remain suspended.. 20/01/2026

Death toll rises to 39 in Spain's worst train accident for over a decadeSpecial hotlines have been set up for passengers and their families #AccidenteFerroviario | Más de 220 guardias civiles, pertenecientes a unidades de Seguridad Ciudadana, Agrupación de Tráfico, GRS y del Servicio Aéreo, contin.. 19/01/2026

Spain's €60 travel pass goes on sale: Everything you need to knowUnlimited travel across Spain for 30 days with the new flat-rate ticket is now available Spain's new Single Transport Pass went on sale this Monday January 12, letting travellers zip around the country for a flat rate of €60. The Ministry.. 16/01/2026

Spain grants grace period for V-16 beaconsThe introduction of the new emergency lights is about “information before fines”, according to Spanish traffic authorities Drivers in Spain who have yet to get their hands on the new V-16 emergency beacon can breathe a small sigh of relief...

Seville sets sights on quality tourists at Fitur 2026Mayor unveils striking Bienal flamenca poster as city eyes sustainable growth Seville is gearing up to shine at Fitur 2026 (Spain’s biggest international tourism fair, held in Madrid from January 21-25), with a clear focus on welcoming“better.. 15/01/2026

Spain crowned best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025A near perfect score put Spain ahead of 63 rival countries for remote working Spain has officially been crowned the best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025, after topping not one but two major international rankings.   The.. 15/01/2026

Spain's best and worst airports for delays revealed in 2025 rankings Millions of passengers were hit by delays and cancellations across Spain last year As another year gets underway, attention is once again turning to how well Europe’s airports are actually performing and Spain, as one of the continent’.. 15/01/2026

Tourism in Spain hits the brakes after years of rapid growthThe experts say the slowdown is natural and the industry remains in strong shape throughout Spain heading into 2026 Spain’s tourism industry is beginning to slow its pace after several years of rapid post-Covid growth, with new figures showing.. 13/01/2026

Ouigo slashes 14 daily trains between Andalucia and MadridAround 15,000 passengers will be stranded when the services from Malaga and Sevilla are cut Just a couple of days after Spain's rail operators rolled out their massive January sales, Ouigo has dropped a bombshell on thousands of travellers. The.. 09/01/2026

The only 2 Spanish holiday destinations recommended by Forbes for 2026The prestigious publication has drawn up a list of 26 places around the world that are worth travelling to this year, and two are in Spain With 2026 now well underway, the annual travel wish lists are starting to roll in, and Forbes has just revealed.. 08/01/2026

Train fare war begins in Spain as Ouigo undercuts Renfe with bargain ticketsOuigo is selling 80% of its train seats for less than €33 on routes across Spain Ouigo has really taken the shine off Spain’s state rail operator Renfe by launching its January sales a day early, flooding the market with cut price high.. 08/01/2026

Here are 16 perfect places to celebrate New Year's Eve in Spain and abroadFrom Madrid's midnight grapes to Sydney Harbour’s fireworks: Your guide to the perfect New Year celebration Let's be honest, if you're still trying to figure out where to spend New Year's Eve, you're cutting it pretty fine.. 29/12/2025

Should Brits resident in Spain still have their passports stamped at the airport? Here's the truth...Some people who shouldn't do are still getting stamps in their passports when they cross international borders as the rules around the new Entry/Exit System are not yet clear to all Confusion and consternation among British travellers about passport.. 16/12/2025

Almería to get new direct flight to this UK airportThe new Jet2 route will strengthen Almería’s growing links with the UK Almería is set to gain another direct connection with the United Kingdom following the announcement of a new Jet2 route linking the province with East Midlands.. 06/11/2025

The only Spanish city on Lonely Planet's 2026 travel hotlistA city famous for its carnival spirit, seaside charm and centuries of earns a spot among the world’s best travel destinations There are countless beautiful places in Spain, but just one has earned a spot on Lonely Planet’s coveted Best in.. 24/10/2025

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