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.
Spain welcomed nearly 96.8 million tourists in 2025, the highest figure in its historical series. In June 2025 alone, Cataluña recorded almost 2 million tourists and Andalucía 1.4 million.
The San Juan Festival in Alicante, officially the Hogueras de San Juan 2026, is not just a few nights of bonfires but a month-long build-up that takes over the city.Locally called Fogueres de Sant Joan in Valencian, it's one of Spain's biggest San Juan festivals.
Madrid throws one of the biggest Pride celebrations in the world, and Madrid Orgullo (MADO) 2026 is set to fill the city with colour, music and political energy once again.
Sunny cities, coastal stages and mountain backdrops set the scene for music festivals in Spain 2026, which are already drawing heavyweight international acts.
As summer settles in, Spain marks the changing season with Noche de San Juan, or Saint John’s Eve, on the night of 23 June 2026. It’s a festival built around fire and water, blending ancient solstice rituals with Christian tradition.
More homeowners in Spain are trimming their asking prices in 2026, offering would‑be residents, first-time buyers and second‑home hunters a bit more room to negotiate. New data from property portal idealista shows that sellers in key cities such as Barcelona, Madrid, Alicante, and Valencia are