Lifestyle in Spain

Santiago de Compostela is a compact university city in Galicia, famous as the endpoint of the Camino de Santiago and anchored by its UNESCO‑listed Old Town.

When Christmas arrives, Madrid transforms into a sparkling wonderland, offering something for everyone. Streets and squares are illuminated with thousands of lights, while the city brims with Christmas markets, seasonal shows, ice skating rinks, and more.

Skyscanner’s latest fare trends spotlight the best-value destinations for 2026 in Spain, and Spain even nabs two places in Skyscanner’s global top 10 for the biggest airfare drops.

Forbes Magazine chose Valencia as the number one city to live in the world, replacing Malaga from the top spot it held the previous year. Alicante occupies the third spot, Madrid the seventh, and finally, Barcelona occupies the 21st spot.

Forbes’ 2025 ranking of the world’s 50 best wineries puts Spain firmly on the global map, with two bodegas landing top‑10 spots. Spain’s top performers in 2025Marqués de Murrieta, Logroño (La Rioja)Things to do in LogroñoGonzález Byass, Jerez de la Frontera (Cádiz)Things to do in Jerez de la Fr

Christmas in Spain is a long, food‑centred season running from Nochebuena through Christmas Day to Reyes. Families linger over traditional Christmas food in Spain with long lunches and generous starters, roasts and shellfish.

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will present in Brussels a proposal to abolish the seasonal clock change, a practice that for decades has marked the start of winter time in October and summer time in March.The measure will be debated at the European Council, to bring it into force in 2026 if me

Spain now counts 50 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with a spread that runs from prehistoric stone architecture to enlightened urban planning.

Every year, as the last weeks of November approach, a big question arises: is it better to take advantage of Black Friday deals or wait for Cyber Monday?

For over a century, housing in Spain has been a stage for architectural innovation, from Modernism, which transformed bourgeois residences, to Rationalism, which explored new social typologies; from contemporary experimentation to international perspectives that reinterpreted the landscape.

The Christmas lights in Vigo 2025 are a full‑blown national talking point, the kind people travel for just to see the city glow. A lot of that fame rests on the mayor's showman streak, turning the switch‑on into a headline moment.

Torrevieja's Pink Lagoon is one of the most striking and photographed natural landscapes on the Costa Blanca. However, beyond this unique phenomenon and its fascinating waters, the towns near the lagoon hold Mediterranean charm, where tradition, history and nature intertwine.

Barcelona’s planning a full-on glow this year for its Christmas lights display.

Madrid is going big with its Christmas lights display for 2025.

San Sebastián, also known as Donostia, enchants visitors not only with its renowned dining and beautiful beaches but also with its stunning panoramic viewpoints.

Seville has landed on Condé Nast Traveler’s Europe 2026 list for good reason. The city has kept its stately looks and sun-baked rhythm while quietly shifting gears.

For anyone searching for the best place to live in Spain for LGBTQ+ newcomers, International Living points to four places, picked for their balance of safety, services and a sense of belonging.

Valencia is one of Spain’s most important and recognisable cities, celebrated for its Mediterranean climate, rich history and vibrant cultural life. Situated on the country’s eastern coast, it stands out for its remarkable architectural heritage and deep-rooted past.

Valencia lands 7th globally for quality of life on Numbeo in November 2025, which fits how it feels on the ground. The city is big enough for culture and jobs, but small enough to stay sane.

The number of tourists visiting Spain in the first nine months of the year increased by 3.5% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching almost 76.5 million, the highest figure in the FRONTUR series compiled by the Spanish Statistics Institute (INE).

It is said that behind every "witch" there is a disobedient woman. If you want to step into that world and discover the settings of some of Spain’s most mysterious legends, don’t miss this shortlist of Spanish towns where witches once lived.

This festive season, Torrejón de Ardoz transforms into the ultimate Christmas destination with Mágicas Navidades (Magical Christmas), the largest Christmas park in Spain.

The Bernabéu Market, situated within the renovated Real Madrid stadium, opened its doors in November. Spread across a 3,000-square-metre space beneath Gate 45, it will host around 25 outlets, including restaurants, cocktail bars and speciality gourmet shops, establishing itself as a new culinary and cultural hub in the heart of the capital.

The United Nations has released a report ranking the countries with the highest life expectancy. At the top is Monaco, with an average of 86.5 years, followed closely by San Marino (85.8) and Hong Kong (85.6).

Barcelona is a city that captivates many with its architecture, culture and cuisine. Yet beyond its famous attractions, the city’s very name carries a fascinating history that few know. Why is it called Barcelona?