Lifestyle in Spain

Halloween in Spain has two distinct sides. The evening of 31 October brings costumes, late-night parties and family activities, while Todos los Santos on 1 November is a quieter day when many families visit cemeteries and remember relatives.

Where can you find an authentic Valencian paella that remains true to the landscape and traditions that gave rise to it? The answer leads directly to Valencia. Here, the rice-growing tradition is intertwined with the orchards and rice fields that shaped one of Spain's most iconic dishes.

Spain has 50 UNESCO World Heritage properties, more than any country except Germany, China, France and Italy. Its World Heritage cities, rich in history, art and character, make ideal travel destinations.

The north of Málaga province presents a very different side to the well-known Costa del Sol. Here, beaches give way to olive groves, limestone sierras, reservoirs and towns with a slower pace of life.

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

Mushroom picking in and around Barcelona is one of the most popular autumn activities in Catalonia, a region with a long-standing foraging tradition.

All Saints’ Day in Spain, or Día de Todos los Santos, falls on Sunday 1st November 2026.

Autumn transforms many towns across the Community of Madrid into ideal destinations for a weekend escape. During this season, forests take on vibrant colours, temperatures become more comfortable for walking, and the summer crowds begin to fade.

Málaga boasts beaches, ports, urban viewpoints and mountain landscapes, offering a variety of settings in which to end the day.

In the wooded foothills of northern Spain, near the French border, a small rural village, often called Spain’s village of witches, carries a rather unsettling reputation.Its story involves a vast cave carved by water, gatherings said to have taken place by firelight, and a witch-hunt that ended in o

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.

All Saints’ Day in Spain, or Día de Todos los Santos, falls on Sunday 1st November in 2026. Although it is a national holiday, Spain does not automatically move it to the Monday.

Looking for a quiet city to live in? Safety is one of the most important factors when deciding where to move, alongside housing costs and quality of life.

Autumn is one of the best times to observe how the coastline changes with the movement of the sea. During spring tides, the difference between high and low tide reveals beaches, marshes and sandbanks that remain submerged for much of the day.

Tarragona is a province of remarkable contrasts, where Roman heritage, the Costa Daurada, the unique landscapes of the Ebro Delta and mountain ranges rising above 1,000 metres come together. This diversity makes it an ideal destination for enjoying a wide variety of scenery within a single trip.

Puerta del Sol is one of Madrid's most recognisable landmarks: a popular meeting point, the setting for the New Year's Eve chimes and the starting point of several of Spain's radial roads.

The Portuguese Way is one of the main pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela and has become an increasingly popular alternative for those seeking heritage, Atlantic scenery, gastronomy and a route steeped in Jacobean tradition.

Spain has secured two major European urban sustainability titles for 2028, one city named European Green Capital 2028 and another awarded the European Green Leaf 2028 title.The winners were announced on 8 October 2026 at a ceremony in Guimarães, Portugal, which holds the European Green Capital title

Spain’s newest art destination is taking shape inside a former bank, now reopened as a public arts centre after decades of keeping its collection largely out of sight.

What if the perfect plan for autumn was simply switching off your notifications and lighting a fire? As forests turn shades of ochre and gold, it's the ideal time to slow down and trade city streets for walking trails, vineyards or rugged coastlines.

Beyond its beaches and gastronomy, Valencia province is home to an inland landscape filled with natural wonders where water takes centre stage.

Spain has one entry on Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2027 list: a compact northern city where Camino de Santiago heritage, Gothic architecture and proper late-night bar culture sit side by side.

A castle shaped like the prow of a ship, a royal palace straight out of a fairy tale, a vast Caliphal fortress and a tower perched on a rocky outcrop that appeared in a globally successful television series. Spain is home to countless fortresses, but some stand out for their distinctive silhoue

In Roquetes, a typical neighbourhood in Barcelona, La Morada puts a quietly radical idea into brick, timber and shared tables.

Madrid can work very well for family life, particularly for households that want the convenience of a large city without giving up parks, schools, healthcare and straightforward public transport.