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        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:36:15 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Countries with the best quality of life: Spain ranks 19th worldwide</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Spain has placed 19th in Visual Capitalist’s 2026 ranking of the<strong> best countries for quality of life</strong>, ahead of Portugal, Italy and the United States. In Numbeo’s separate 2026 Quality of Life Index, Spain comes 16th, helped by comparatively strong scores for <a href="https://www.idealista.com/en/news/lifestyle-in-spain/2026/06/01/899557-spain-s-healthcare-ranked-10th-in-the-world" target="_blank">healthcare</a>, climate, safety and purchasing power.]]></description>
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        <title>Where UV radiation in Spain stays high throughout the year</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ <strong>Spain’s most intense ultraviolet radiation</strong> is found in a region better known for year-round sunshine than for topping a national UV ranking. According to Spain’s State Meteorological Agency, AEMET, the area records the country’s highest UV levels not only in summer but across all 12 months.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Charming, little-known coastal towns in Spain</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ We take a journey along the Spanish coastline to discover a selection of <strong>coastal towns</strong> with plenty of character that may still be flying under the radar.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>The village an hour from Madrid with waterfalls and thermal waters</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ There is no need to head to the coast to cool off in summer. An hour from Madrid, in Guadalajara, lies a picture-postcard village closely tied to water, with spectacular waterfalls right in the middle of town. This is Trillo, in the Alcarria region.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Spain&#039;s school holidays 2026–27: term dates and regional breaks</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ As the<strong> 2026–2027 school year </strong>approaches, some regions in Spain have already started confirming their term dates.&nbsp;]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Marbella welcomes the first pet spa in a residential complex</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/lifestyle-in-spain/2026/08/31/910628-the-first-pet-spa-within-a-residential-complex-has-arrived-and-it-s-in-marbella</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ Communal areas in residential developments have evolved significantly in recent years, expanding beyond traditional facilities to include swimming pools, gyms, coworking spaces and social areas. Now, that trend is extending to another important member of many households: pets. The Grove, a new development by Praxfer Homes in San Pedro Alcántara (Marbella), will feature a dedicated pet spa within the complex for grooming and pet care. According to its listing on idealista, homes are available from €595,000.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>5 abandoned villages in Girona frozen in time</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The province of Girona is home to numerous villages that lost their populations due to isolation, economic change and rural depopulation. Far from the bustling Costa Brava and the province's more populated towns, these <strong>abandoned villages of Girona</strong> offer a chance to explore a lesser-known side of the region. Here are five examples that can still be visited today.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>The best beaches in Spain and how much it costs to live there</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Spain has countless gorgeous beaches that draw millions of tourists each year. They are also a magnet for international visitors. Plenty of Spaniards also dream of moving closer to the sea permanently.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>The 8 best Blue Flag beaches in Cádiz to visit in 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Cádiz boasts a coastline of remarkable variety. Along its shores, you'll find vast stretches of Atlantic sand, urban beaches set within historic towns and cities, and sheltered coves backed by pine forests and dunes. This summer, the province has more than 30 Blue Flag beaches. But which are the most outstanding? Discover eight <strong>Blue Flag beaches in Cádiz</strong> that you can't miss in 2026.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Cheap summer holidays in Spain: 3 lower-cost destinations for 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Summer accommodation in Spain has become much pricier in recent years, particularly in the country’s busiest tourist hotspots. For foreigners looking to keep a Spanish break manageable, <strong>20minutos</strong> has highlighted three areas where a summer escape can still be less costly than in many better-known coastal and mountain destinations.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Living in Arenys de Mar: best areas, house prices and lifestyle</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Arenys de Mar is a town that combines the charm of a traditional fishing village with the convenience of a well-connected municipality in the Maresme region. Located on the Mediterranean coast, around 40 kilometres from Barcelona, it stands <span>out</span> <span>for</span> <span>its</span> <span>fishing</span> <span>port,</span> <span>beaches,</span> <span>commercial</span> <span>activity</span> <span>and</span> <span>a</span> <span>more</span> <span>relaxed</span> <span>pace</span> <span>of</span> <span>life</span> <span>than</span> <span>larger</span> <span>cities.</span> <span>It</span> <span>is</span> <span>an</span> <span>attractive</span> <span>option</span> <span>for</span> <span>those</span> <span>seeking</span> <span>proximity</span> <span>to</span> <span>the</span> <span>sea</span> <span>without</span> <span>giving</span> <span>up</span> <span>everyday</span> <span>amenities.</span> <span>Discover</span> <span>what</span> <span>it's</span> <span>like</span> <span><strong>to</strong></span><strong> </strong><span><strong>live</strong></span><strong> </strong><span><strong>in</strong></span><strong> </strong><span><strong>Arenys</strong></span><strong> </strong><span><strong>de</strong></span><strong> </strong><span><strong>Mar</strong>.</span>]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Discover Nerja in 2026: caves, beaches, food and everyday life</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/lifestyle-in-spain/2026/08/25/820129-what-to-see-in-nerja-history-and-natural-beauty-in-a-unique-coastal-setting</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ On the eastern edge of the Costa del Sol, <strong>things to do in Nerja</strong> stretch well beyond a day on the sand. Its historic centre has a lived-in rhythm, the Mediterranean is never far away, and the mountains rise sharply behind town.&nbsp;]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>The turquoise cove where you can swim next to a medieval castle</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Just a few minutes from Tarragona lies a corner of the Mediterranean that has retained its unspoilt character, where visitors can enjoy a setting that is hard to match: a medieval castle perched above the cliffs overlooking a small cove of crystal-clear water.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>The 8 best Blue Flag beaches in Málaga in 2026 to visit this summer</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Málaga coast offers remarkable variety within a relatively short stretch of shoreline, from cliff-backed coves in the Axarquía region to long urban beaches in the capital and expansive sandy shores alongside dune systems in the west. In 2026, more than 40 beaches across the province were awarded Blue Flag status. While choosing the very best is no easy task, some stand out for their scenery, distinctive character and overall visitor experience. Discover the 8 <strong>best Blue Flag beaches in Málaga</strong>.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[ <em>Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade</em>, released in 1989, is one of the most memorable instalments in Steven Spielberg's iconic adventure saga. The film reunited Harrison Ford and Sean Connery in a globe-trotting quest for the Holy Grail that moves from Venice to the Middle East, although some of its most recognisable scenes were actually filmed in southern Spain. Discover <strong>where </strong><em><strong>Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade</strong></em><strong> was filmed</strong>.]]></description>
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