Lifestyle in Spain

Spain’s public healthcare system has a strong reputation inside the country, and the latest official data show that it is not just a safety net, but the default option for most people who live there. According to the Barómetro Sanitario 2025, prepared by Spain’s Ministry of Health and the Centr

Holy Week in Spain goes far beyond a religious event; it’s a week of candlelit processions, centuries-old brotherhoods and whole towns moving in quiet unison.

If you spend any real time in Spain, you quickly notice something: cafés and bars are never empty for long. Eating out isn’t ring‑fenced for birthdays or special occasions; it’s stitched into the rhythm of daily life.How often do people eat out?

Spain has emerged as one of Europe’s clean‑city leaders when it comes to the number of places that meet the WHO’s guidelines for clean air.

Barcelona, Madrid and Valencia draw the lion’s share of visitors, and in peak season the queues, cruise-ship groups and packed old towns can test even the most patient traveller.Recently, The Mirror highlighted a lesser-known Spanish city as a smart alternative to Barcelona, noting its similar atmos

Spain consistently ranks among the happiest countries in Europe, and 2026 is no different.

A home-grown Spanish supermarket group has climbed to the top of the global grocery pecking order, not by being the biggest, but by being the most profitable. It is now also among the world’s strongest brands and the only Spanish name in the top 10 for brand strength in the Brand Finance Global

If you’re researching the best places to live on the Costa del Sol, you’re not alone.

Barcelona remains one of Europe’s most talked‑about cities for good reason. Sea on one side, hills on the other, and modernist architecture on nearly every corner.

Spanish Easter food is one of the best bits of Semana Santa, stealing the spotlight from the processions and brass bands.

Travellers using Spanish airports over Easter face the prospect of delays and operational disruption as ground handling staff at two major companies prepare for strike action.The planned stoppages coincide with Semana Santa, or Holy Week, one of the busiest periods for airport traffic in Spain.Key E

Named by Viajar magazine as the Galician village with the best food, Combarro sits on the Pontevedra estuary and has fewer than 1,500 inhabitants. Here, there are no tourist menus or fancy presentations.

Pablo Picasso moved house many times in Spain before settling in France.

A Spanish city has just taken the top spot in the very first edition of the Forbes Travel Awards, finishing ahead of heavyweights like Hong Kong and Miami. Madrid named best city in the world by Forbes Travel Awards The Spanish capital was officially crowned Best City in the inaugural Forb

If you’ve driven along the Málaga ring road lately, you may have noticed something unusual at dusk. Not traffic. Not another new development.

With the arrival of spring, the days begin to lengthen and natural light gradually replaces the darkness of winter. Evenings grow brighter – and little by little, routines shift to make the most of the extra daylight.

A Travel Trends 2026 report, based on a survey of more than 9,000 travellers, paints a clear picture of how travel behaviour is shifting.

The Madrid–Malaga AVE high-speed line will remain disrupted for weeks longer than planned, with Spain’s rail infrastructure manager Adif confirming that direct services will not resume before the last week of April. The closure is extending journey times and clouding tourism expectations on the

These sunny Spanish islands are once again in the spotlight.

Budget-friendly home decor in Spain is booming, with retailers like Carrefour, Primark and IKEA offering affordable options. Smart shopping means matching items to stores, balancing price and quality. Chains like Action, Pepco and JYSK provide stylish, low-cost solutions both in-store and online.

The kiosk at Paseo de las Acacias 37, in Madrid’s Arganzuela district, reopened on 12 January – but not as just another small business.

Father’s Day in Spain can catch you out the first year if you’re used to celebrating in June.

The gap between Spain’s capital city and the rest of the country has widened considerably. Madrid isn’t just expensive now, it’s eye-watering.

Just a 15-minute drive from San Sebastián is a town known as the "little Basque Manchester".

Ryanair is cutting 11% of flights from Girona-Costa Brava Airport this summer amid a dispute over rising airport fees. The reduction could mean fewer routes and higher fares for expats and Costa Brava residents, making early booking and alternative airport options increasingly important.