Spain Earthquake: M5 Tremor Hits Granada
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake has struck near Granada in southern Spain, causing strong shaking across the area and being felt across a wide part of Andalucía.
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Mediterranean Sea Temperatures Reach Record Levels in 2026
The Mediterranean Sea has been exceptionally warm during 2026, with record and near-record temperatures recorded across large areas of the basin and along parts of the Spanish coastline.
Continue reading →Eclipse Solar 2026 en Gandia: Las Nubes se Interpusieron
El 12 de agosto de 2026, millones de personas en España miraron al cielo para disfrutar de uno de los acontecimientos astronómicos más esperados de los últimos años: un eclipse solar.
Continue reading →Solar Eclipse 2026 Gandia Spain: Clouds Get in the Way
The 12 August 2026 solar eclipse was always going to be a spectacular event in Spain. For those of us watching from the Gandia area, however, there was one rather large problem: clouds.
Continue reading →Spain’s New 400 Phone Numbers: Cold Calls Change in 2026
Unwanted sales calls could soon become much easier to identify in Spain. From 17 October 2026, commercial phone calls in Spain will have to use a new 400 telephone number range, making it possible to recognise a sales call before … Continue reading →
Why Doesn’t Gandia Celebrate Moros i Cristians?
If you’ve spent any time exploring the Valencia region during the summer, you may have noticed something rather unusual. Almost every town surrounding Gandia hosts a colourful Moros i Cristians festival, yet Gandia itself does not.
Continue reading →Moros i Cristians in Miramar: A Local Valencian Fiesta
Every summer, towns and villages across the Valencian Community come alive with fiestas, music, parades and colourful traditions. Among the most distinctive are the Moros i Cristians celebrations, or Moors and Christians festivals. While some towns are famous for enormous … Continue reading →
Moros i Cristians a Miramar: una festa valenciana
Cada estiu, pobles i ciutats de la Comunitat Valenciana s’omplin de música, desfilades, pólvora, vestits tradicionals i celebracions. Entre les festes més característiques es troben els Moros i Cristians, una tradició especialment arrelada a moltes localitats valencianes. Encara que algunes … Continue reading →
What Is the EES? A Guide for UK Tourists to Spain
If you’re travelling from the UK to Spain, you may have heard about the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES). Although many travellers are concerned it will make crossing the border more difficult, the system is simply a new way … Continue reading →
Can You Drink Tap Water in Spain? The Answer
If you’re planning a holiday to Spain, one of the most common questions is whether it’s safe to drink the tap water. The simple answer is yes. Tap water throughout Spain is safe to drink and is subject to strict … Continue reading →
Do You Need Cash in Spain? A Tourist’s Guide
If you’re planning a holiday to Spain, you may be wondering whether you should bring plenty of cash or simply rely on your bank card. The good news is that Spain is now one of Europe’s most card-friendly countries. In … Continue reading →
Spain Earthquake Felt Across Costa Blanca Resorts
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake recently shook southeastern Spain, with tremors felt across the Region of Murcia and parts of the Costa Blanca. While some media reports described scenes of panic among holidaymakers, the reality was far less dramatic, with no … Continue reading →
Tipping in Spain: A Guide for Costa Blanca Visitors
If you’re visiting Spain for the first time, you may wonder whether tipping is expected. The good news is that tipping in Spain is much more relaxed than in countries such as the United States. While leaving a tip is … Continue reading →
Moros i Cristians Parade : Tradition in Ròtova Valencia
Every summer, towns across the Valencian Community celebrate one of Spain’s most spectacular festivals – Moros i Cristians, known in Castilian Spanish as Moros y Cristianos. While larger celebrations in places such as Alcoy, Ontinyent and Villajoyosa attract international attention, … Continue reading →
Moros i Cristians de Ròtova: historia y tradición
Cada verano, numerosos municipios de la Comunidad Valenciana celebran una de las fiestas más espectaculares y queridas de España: los Moros i Cristians, conocidos en castellano como Moros y Cristianos. Aunque localidades como Alcoy, Ontinyent o Villajoyosa son las más … Continue reading →