Lifestyle in Spain

There is a sizeable Spanish city where a baroque cathedral faces a distinctly modern town hall, students fill the terraces after class, and a long lunch centred on local seafood need not cost a small fortune.

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade takes viewers from Venice to the fictional Turkish city of İskenderun, but several of its most recognisable action and desert scenes were filmed in southern Spain.Some opening desert shots were filmed in Utah, USA.

The Tarragona coastline continues to rank among the Mediterranean’s leading beach destinations. In 2026, the province boasts more than 30 Blue Flag beaches, a distinction awarded for water quality, safety, environmental management and visitor services.

Valencian cuisine is one of Spain’s most celebrated culinary traditions, shaped by its connection to the Mediterranean, fertile farmland and centuries of history.

Málaga and Marbella are expected to host prototype electric-aircraft demonstrations in 2028 under a European aviation project that includes Spanish airspace and airport organisations.What is VERTI-GO and what is an eVTOL?VERTI-GO is an EU-backed project led by Honeywell Aerospace and involving 12 pa

Spain sits at the top of the Rainbow Map 2026, with the highest score in Europe for LGBTI laws and policies.

Kayaking is one of the most popular activities during the summer months. This sport offers a connection with nature and options suitable for beginners, as well as those seeking thrills. It also allows you to discover landscapes inaccessible on foot and cool off on the hottest days.

Menorca offers more than coves and crystal-clear waters. Near Ciutadella, Lithica has transformed a former limestone quarry into a unique cultural and environmental space. Created to preserve the island’s quarrying heritage, the project combines art, nature and architecture in an extraordinary setting. Today, visitors can explore labyrinths, gardens and walking trails among thousands of limestone blocks, while enjoying exhibitions, performances and one of Menorca’s most distinctive landscapes.

If you want an indication of where Spaniards themselves are looking to spend the summer, the answer is overwhelmingly Andalucía and the Valencian Community.

Beyond its renowned coastline, the province of Alicante preserves a medieval defensive system that was crucial for centuries on the border between Christian and Muslim kingdoms.

The conquest of Mallorca by James I of Aragon in 1229 transformed the island’s political and urban landscape. At the heart of this change stood Palma Cathedral, known as La Seu, a monumental sandstone structure conceived as a statement of royal authority. Built to reinforce the Crown of Aragon’s influence in the western Mediterranean, the cathedral became one of the most ambitious Gothic projects of its time, pushing medieval engineering to its limits with some of the tallest vaults in the world.

Spain has come out particularly well in TUI Musement’s latest ranking of the best European islands for water sports, with several destinations placed in the top 10.TUI Musement analysed search data across more than 500 European islands, looking at interest in activities including surfing, diving, ka

If you visit Barcelona’s coastline, you’ll find everything from fully equipped urban beaches to quieter stretches surrounded by nature. In 2026, the province has 39 Blue Flag beaches, the international award recognising water quality, safety and environmental management.

In 1964, a low-budget western quietly changed the course of cinema. A Fistful of Dollars, directed by Sergio Leone and starring Clint Eastwood, sparked the spaghetti western phenomenon and transformed several Spanish landscapes into enduring symbols of the genre. Spain became the vast outdoor set where the ‘Man with No Name’ was born. Here’s where A Fistful of Dollars was filmed.

If Menorca is known for anything, it is its dramatic cliffs, deep ravines and rolling hills that offer spectacular views across the Mediterranean. Scattered around the island, Menorca’s viewpoints reveal the landscape from very different perspectives.

Spain is celebrating another World Cup. The national team lifted the trophy after a tournament that confirmed the maturity of a group now firmly part of the country’s sporting history, following their victory over Argentina. Yet the title is not only about football. It also connects to the neighbourhoods, towns and cities where it all began, because behind every champion there is a different story. Here’s a look at where all the players in the national team that won the 2026 World Cup were born.

Spain has been recognised as Best LGBTQ+ Tourist Destination at the Spartacus Travel Awards 2026, according to an announcement by the Embassy of Spain in the UK. The recognition reinforces Spain’s long-standing position as one of Europe’s most open and inclusive destinations for LGBTQ+ travelle

Unai Simón has undoubtedly been one of the key figures for Spain at the 2026 World Cup, playing a decisive role in the team’s run to the final.

Marc Cucurella has become one of the most charismatic and recognisable players in the Spanish national team.

Spain is one of the best countries in Europe for water sports, and not just in summer.

Spain are back on top of the football world after beating Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final and securing their second star.

Imagine medieval stone walls rising straight out of the Mediterranean, pine-covered hills just behind them, and a sweep of fine sand where the water turns that clear, glassy blue.This Spanish enclave has been recognised as one of Europe’s top “Fairytale destinations” by European Best Destinations —

Crossing a Tibetan bridge is undoubtedly a test of balance and concentration, often dozens of metres above the ground.

La Palma, often called la isla bonita, stands out in the Canary Islands for its raw landscapes and slower pace of life.

A new European island ranking has put Spain firmly in the spotlight for 2026.