Semana Santa 2026 (Holy Week) in Spain will be observed from Sunday, 29 March to Sunday, 5 April 2026. This period commemorates the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ and is marked by numerous religious processions and events throughout the country. đź“… Key Dates for Semana Santa 2026: Please…
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Step Into History in Old Town Cartagena Spain
Few towns in Spain manage to combine ancient history with a working, modern port city quite like Old Town Cartagena Spain. This often-overlooked destination on the Costa Cálida in the Murcia region is a treasure trove of Roman ruins, Carthaginian history, military fortresses, and striking architecture—all packed into a walkable…
Festivals and Traditions
La Semana Santa: Holy Week In Spain
Thinking of experiencing La Semana Santa in Spain? This no-nonsense, brutally honest guide covers the history, best cities for processions, what to expect, travel tips, and how not to look like a bewildered tourist during Spain’s biggest religious week.
Spanish Cuisine and Recipes
A Guide To Popular Types Of Fish In Spain
A Proper Guide to Spanish Fish: Beyond the Tourist Menu A Dave In Spain Culinary Investigation diving into the popular types of fish in Spain, how to cook them and more. Right, let’s talk about fish in Spain – and I don’t mean the sad, battered thing you’ll find at…
Travel and Exploration
The Complete Guide to Hiring Cars in Spain
Right, let’s have a proper chat about hiring cars in Spain, shall we? After living here for years and hearing countless horror stories from fellow expats and tourists, I reckon it’s high time someone laid out the truth about car rentals in this beautiful but sometimes bewildering country. Whether you’re…
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Tapas Alley Benidorm Where Old Spain Still Thrives
Benidorm might be famous for its shimmering skyscrapers, karaoke bars, and beaches packed tighter than a tin of anchovies—but tucked away in the Old Town lies a corner that feels like another world entirely. Affectionately known as Tapas Alley Benidorm, this is a must visit location. Long before the high-rises…
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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…
Sightseeing and Landmarks
Granada How Many Days? Here’s The Honest Truth
You can go swimming in the sea and then ski hours later. But how long do you need to explore this region? Granada How Many Days – The Quick Answer Right, let’s not faff about. You’re probably here because you’re planning a trip to Granada and you want to know…
Sightseeing and Landmarks
Spanish Unesco Sites Unveiled: 13 World Heritage Wonders You Must Visit
As a young kid back in the UK, I visited dozens and dozens of castles and loved the history. This is why the Spanish Unesco sites are getting talked about today, the wonderful blend of history in this country is often unnoticed by Brits living here or visiting. After all,…
Expat Tips and Resources
The Day the Lights Went Out: Spain Power Outage
Wow, what a day it was yesterday with the Spain power outage really causing havoc. It meant for us we had more time in the pool, thinking it was just a local power trip or essential work going on. How wrong we were. I’ve since seen people talking about how…