Lifestyle in Spain

On 29 September the new Animal Welfare Law came into force in Spain, specifically Law 7/2023 of 28 March on the protection of the rights and welfare of animals.

London, Barcelona and Madrid are – in that order – the three most popular destinations for meetings and events in Europe next year, followed by Amsterdam and Paris, according to the new annual report from American Express GBT Meetings & Events. In last year's edition, Spain's two largest cities

Have you ever wondered which is Catalonia's oldest village? Its name is Ullastret, a small but captivating town of 250 inhabitants in Girona province, Catalonia. This charming spot is especially famous for its historical and cultural wealth and is a magnet for tourists and archaeology lovers.

Spain is a country rich in cultural, historical and natural diversity. Among its many attractions are its villages, which preserve the charm, tradition and beauty of yesteryear.

idealista hosted its first "Welcome Back by idealista" tournament on 8 October at the Real Club de Golf las Brisas, on the Costa del Sol.

The temperatures are getting warmer every day, and many people are already thinking about – and booking – their holidays to enjoy those well-deserved days off. There are many destinations, but in Spain, one of the most popular is the Balearic Islands.

Having a squatter in your home is a real headache. Not being able to use or rent it, or simply not knowing what state it is in are just some of the complications involved in this situation. A situation that more and more people decide to solve by putting their property up for sale.

Workcations, where travellers work from abroad to extend their holidays, have become increasingly popular since hybrid work became the norm for many.

Savills has published its Climate Resilient Cities Index, in which Madrid ranks fourth behind Berlin, Toronto and Paris.

Europe boasts plenty of cultural wonders, including some of the world's most beautiful universities. And the best thing is that you don't have to break the bank to visit them.

Society has undergone many changes in recent years, and the home is no exception. The unprecedented pandemic redefined some of our needs and must-have elements for our homes.

Finding a box of old junk in the attic has always excited me. When I was little, we used to go on holiday to my parents' summer house in Las Hurdes, which had an attic space in the roof. I would hide a trunk full of clutter up there. I loved looking at that pointless collection of things.

Tucked away in the rainforest landscape near La Union in southern Chile is a small cabin called 3×3 Retreat. Estudio Diagonal Architects designed this tiny house to create a sense of cohesion between the structure's 'radical geometry' and the site's natural, organic essence.

The use of earthy colours in home design is a trend that has been gaining popularity in recent years. Drawing inspiration from the warm, earthy tones found in nature, this architectural approach aims to create a harmonious connection between the home and its surroundings.

Real estate consultancy Savills has presented its global Executive Nomads index, which ranks the top 20 destinations for remote workers, and a Spanish city has made it onto the 2023 podium.

A garden with a swimming pool is a place to relax and enjoy leisure time with family or friends, making it a dream for many. Creating an oasis of relaxation in the garden is not impossible. With the right ideas and advice, you can turn your outdoor space into a piece of paradise.

In the film Air, which tells the story of the agreement between the sportsman Michael Jordan and the firm Nike, one of the scenes in which Ben Affleck, playing the firm's director, confesses that he paid very little for the company's logo.

Meliá Hotels International opened Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection in northern Tanzania as part of its expansion in Africa, as reported in a statement. The establishment was renovated to become the company's fourth hotel in the country and the second of The Meliá Collection brand, a selection of e

US e-commerce giant Amazon plans to invest €460 million to open a new fulfilment centre in Stockton-on-Tees, England. The 141,000 m2 centre is set to open in October and will employ between 1,000 and 2,000 people.

It could very well be the plot of a blockbuster film: an almost deserted village sees how, due to neglect and the passing of time, one of its historic and most emblematic buildings is deteriorating without anyone doing anything about it.

Achieving a good balance between health, life, and work may seem difficult for many, but according to the 2023 Forbes Advisor list, there are cities worldwide where it can be achieved.

This map provides an interesting insight into the housing type that most Europeans live in. The study includes three housing types: flat, detached house and semi-detached or terraced house, according to Eurostat data. Most Europeans live in a flat or a detached house.

Spain is the second country in Europe where shopping basket spending increased the most in the first quarter of 2023, just behind Portugal, according to data from NIQ's 'Quarter by numbers' report for Western Europe. Specifically, sales in value in Spain during the first quarter grew by 11.2%, seco

Temperatures started to soar in Spain last week with its first heat wave this summer, reaching up to 44°C. Heat waves can have dramatic effects, especially on the elderly and people with health problems.

"The recovery of the tourism sector in Spain continues on the right track, placing the industry at the centre of economic growth". This is how the latest ING report starts, later stating that tourism in Spain is on the rise.