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Cesca Rampley

Culture vulture from London with a passion for all things foodie, I’ve spent over six years living in Spain, exploring the country’s diverse regions and cities. I studied literature at university in the eclectic city of Brighton, and since then, I’ve been hooked on keeping up with what to do, see, and, of course, eat. I’m a firm believer in appreciating and learning from local cultures, travelling responsibly, and giving new things a go with an open mind and a healthy dose of curiosity. I try to share useful tips, local insights and a bit of honest know-how, so you can make the most of wherever you find yourself.

homes over €1M see an increase in demand

Where the wealthiest buyers are quietly buying in Spain this year

Spain’s housing market slowed across most price brackets in the first quarter of 2026, according to idealista data. Yet one segment moved in the opposite direction.Homes priced above €1 million were the only properties to record rising demand nationwide, with contacts per listing increasing by 3%.
Spain’s affordable housing market in 2026

Demand for homes under €210,000 falls across much of Spain

Spain’s most accessible property segment cooled in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from idealista. Homes priced up to €210,000 recorded a 3% drop in demand nationwide, measured by contacts received per listing.While the decline at the national level was relatively modest, the pictu
Casa Botín Madrid

The oldest restaurant in the world is in Madrid

Interview first published in Spanish, April 2025, on idealista.com/news. It’s an ordinary weekday, nothing out of the ordinary. Outside the door of a restaurant in Madrid, a large group of tourists listens to the story of the place.
New EU Air Passenger Rights

New EU air passenger rights: what travellers need to know

On Monday 15 June 2026, the European Parliament and the Council reached an agreement on new air passenger rights, updating rules that had remained unchanged since 2004. This new package is designed to strengthen protection for passengers flying in Europe.The agreement is still provisional.