Emma Donaldson

Originally from Northern Ireland, I studied French and Spanish at Queen’s University Belfast before moving to Spain nearly 10 years ago. As an SEO expert and translator, I specialise in creating content that helps foreigners navigate the exciting journey of moving to and living in Spain. From practical tips to cultural insights, I’m here to share everything you need to know about making Spain your new home.

The 10 most famous haunted houses in Spain

Spain’s ghost stories are often tied to real buildings, former hospitals, unexplained deaths and abandoned places.

Who can vote in the Spain General Election?

Can I vote? Who is (and isn't) eligible in Spain's General Election

Only Spanish nationals can vote in Spain’s general election on 29th November, whatever your residence status or how long you’ve lived here. Here’s who is eligible, who isn’t, and which elections foreign residents can still vote in.

20 properties with negotiable prices in Spain

Your dream home in Spain may cost less than you think

Housing is the main talking point of Spain's upcoming elections

Spain’s opposition leader promises 48-hour squatter evictions and rent tax breaks

Alberto Núñez Feijóo says he would pass three housing laws within 100 days of taking power, and offer tax deductions to landlords who keep rent rises below inflation.

The Spanish village said to be cursed by the Church

High in the foothills of Aragón’s Moncayo range sits a tiny settlement with a half-ruined castle, a history of bitter arguments with the Church and a curse said to be powerful enough that only a pope could undo it.For centuries, stories of witches, night-time rituals and dark magic have clung to Spa

Spain's 2026 General Election: what foreigners need to know

Spain votes in a general election on Sunday 29th November 2026, and most foreign residents will not be able to cast a ballot, even though the result will shape their lives in the country.

Halloween in Spain: facts, traditions and celebrations

Halloween in Spain falls on Saturday 31st October 2026. Costume parties, school activities and themed nights have become far more common in recent years, particularly in larger towns and cities.

Affordable new-build apartments for sale on the Spanish coast

If you’re looking to invest in a modern home by the sea, there’s never been a better time.

Spain named Europe’s top retirement destination in 2026 index

Spain has been ranked the leading retirement destination in Europe and third worldwide in the 2026 Global Retirement Report and Index, according to Global Citizen Solutions. The country received a score of 99.6 out of 100 across measures including quality of life, mobility and citizenship, tax

Best places to live in Spain in 2026: cities for foreigners

Moving to Spain in 2026 is about more than chasing good weather.