Located in western Spain, sharing a long border with Portugal, Extremadura is one of the country's best-kept secrets. It’s a vast region that often flies under the radar, making it a real find for anyone looking for an authentic slice of Spanish life, far from the packed beaches and tourist hubs.

When people discuss the best place to live in the Costa del Sol, the conversation often defaults to the glamour of Marbella or the polished streets of Estepona. Yet, for a growing number of people, the answer is found further west, in the municipality of Manilva.

Tucked away in western Spain, Extremadura is quietly carving a name for itself as one of the more intriguing spots for remote workers eyeing a change of scene.

As the 2025–2026 school year approaches, some regions in Spain have already started confirming their term dates.

Looking for something a little out of the ordinary to pep up your Spanish summer? The Fiesta de Santa Marta de Ribarteme in As Neves is about as left-field as festivals get.

When it comes to getting your kit off on the beach, Spain has a refreshingly laid-back attitude. It means you can find everything from purpose-built naturist resorts where going without is the norm, to quiet, hidden calas where it’s just an unspoken local custom.

When it comes to festivals, Spain plays in a league of its own. We're talking about some wonderfully wacky traditions, many of which have been celebrated for centuries.

Spain is one of those places that gets a bit of a reputation for being all about sunbathing on the beach, sipping on a glass of sangria as the gently waves lap at your feet.

This bonkers festival in Valencia comprises truckloads of tomatoes and people willing to paint the town red. Literally.

Andalucia's coastline is a remarkable meeting of two seas, encompassing the wild, windswept shores of the Atlantic's Costa de la Luz and the sunny coves of the Mediterranean.