Hopefully, this will clamp down on the idiots who use these things with no regard for other road users or pedestrians. What is E Scooter Insurance and Why Does Spain Require It? If you ride an electric scooter in Spain, big changes are coming. From January 2026, all personal mobility…
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Healthcare and Insurance
Free Wine Anyone – Purely For Research
When I saw mention of people living as residents of Spain being eligible for free wine, I thought to myself, I know plenty of people who fit the bill. This is an eye-catching headline, but there is a serious message and opportunity here. Please read to the end. A major…
Expat Tips and Resources
Are There Sharks In Spain?
Are there sharks in Spain? This is a question that’s been on the minds of more and more beachgoers as shark sightings along the Spanish coastline have increased dramatically over the past decade. The short answer is yes – Spain’s waters are home to an impressive variety of shark species,…
Popular Destinations
Shopping The Easy Way At Gran Via Alicante
I personally don’t enjoy shopiing, but if you’re the kind of traveller who likes to mix a bit of retail therapy with your Spanish sunshine, then Gran Via Alicante might just be your new favourite stop. Tucked away on the edge of Alicante city centre, this modern, airy shopping centre…
Living In Spain
The Great British Overseas Supermarket Experience
Ah yes, Overseas Supermarket—the spiritual home of every expat who’s ever declared “I moved to Spain for the sunshine and the Spanish lifestyle” … before promptly filling their trolley with Pukka Pies, Robinson’s squash, and enough Heinz Baked Beans to survive Brexit, another lockdown, and a zombie apocalypse combined. I…
Living In Spain
All About The Spanish Funnel Web Spider
So, you’ve swapped rainy UK streets for sunny Spanish life. You’re living the dream: orange trees, tapas… and now… giant black spiders lurking in your garden walls. Let’s look at the Spanish Funnel Web Spider, in this instance. Welcome to Spain. Here’s the good news:Unless you’re actively rummaging under logs,…
Legal and Visa Information
Summer Holidays in Spain: 2025 Visa Tips for UK Travellers
Spain remains one of the most sought-after travel destinations for UK residents. The reason is not far-fetched, as Spain’s mild winters and warm summers keep attracting those looking to take a break from the UK’s weather. The process of travelling from the UK to Spain for summer holidays has changed…
Legal and Visa Information
Revolut Spain Launches Sleek New ATMs
June 2025 saw Revolut Spain announcing changes that can only make people happier. If you’ve been using an ATM in Spain lately, you’ll know it can feel like stepping back in time — fiddly buttons, awful exchange rates, and sneaky fees that show up after you’ve taken your cash. But…
Living In Spain
Meet The Escolopendra – The Centipede That Bites
We first came across these charmers while we were living down in the Murcia region. The long and short was that one night I needed a pee, got out of bed, didn’t put a light on as I didn’t want to disturb Soph. The shutters in the kitchen and living…
Housing and Accommodation
Local Tradesmen Recommendations
I’m asked from time to time for tradesmen recommendations from friends out here in Spain. Quite often on places like Facebook, you will see people asking for suggestions for a builder and you’ll see the same names pop up, but often the people who are suggesting them, are the people…