Javier Fernández wants an Andalusian plan with funded incentives to bring professionals and businesses to rural municipalities. Seville’s provincial council is also backing nearly 1,200 affordable homes across 32 towns.
The Diputación de Toledo brought 300 participants to Casarrubios del Monte for a castle event with two sessions of 150 places each. The programme featured theatrical tours and a medieval camp recreation.
Seven venues will each offer two tapas priced at €3 for Peñaflor’s 11th route. The programme also revives Tapaportes and adds an online public vote. The supplied announcement gives 13-15 November as the dates but does not specify a year.
Óscar Fayanás has argued that Aragón’s geological heritage can support rural tourism and local employment. At the University of Zaragoza’s II Jornadas Geología y Sociedad, he presented geotourism as a way to diversify the rural economy.
British visitors accounted for 36% of tourism in the Canary Islands from January to September 2026. Provisional airline schedules point to 332,390 fewer UK seats for summer 2027.
Nerja reports a rise of almost 30% in British visitors staying in local hotels, with 44,000 recorded since January. The town is promoting its offer at WTM London with Andalusian tourism bodies and UK travel firms.
Natalie Preddie spent 13 to 19 October on Gran Canaria with one of her children, aged six. Organised with the OET in Toronto, the visit focused on family travel and sustainability and featured three hotel bases.
Spain’s Consumer Ministry has opened proceedings against an unnamed tourism platform over accommodation listings in Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territory. The ministry says up to three removal notices went unanswered; penalties could reach €100,000 or four to six times the illicit gain.
Colomares Castle in Benalmádena was built between 1987 and 1994 by a doctor and two masons. Its tiny chapel and Columbus-inspired details make it an unusual monument to the 1492 voyage.
Alberto Rodríguez will lead Drago Canarias in the 29 November general election after the party chose to run alone. The former Podemos organiser also backs a proposed residence law tied to the islands’ carrying capacity.
Felipe González and Mar García Vaquero share El Penitencial in the Sierra de Guadalupe: a private estate of more than 100 hectares with a home of about 600 square metres. González bought it in 2012.
Retailers around Madrid’s Puerta del Sol say the encampment has cut sales by 30% to 70%, while Cocem estimates losses near €25 million. Shopkeepers also fear weaker trade in the run-up to Christmas.
The Alhambra has scheduled two specialist-led routes marking the 500th anniversary of Carlos V and Isabel de Portugal’s 1526 stay. One follows their palace life; the other explores the Alcazaba’s defences.
At Sir Victor, curved limestone and a library connect the hotel to Caterina Albert i Paradís, who wrote under the name Víctor Català.
Ciudad Real hosts the IV Jornadas de Destinos Enogastronómicos, where leading voices debate how local food and wine can fuel tourism and rural growth. The event puts the region at the center of Spain’s culinary travel ambitions.
Hermigua on La Gomera is known for its mild climate and wild scenery. The small village pairs steady temperatures with green valleys, while untamed beaches add a raw edge.
Dacia’s 3x3 metre roof awning gives drivers instant outdoor shelter. The new InNature accessory makes camping easy and affordable, with no full camper conversion needed.
Pals in Baix Empordà stands out for its medieval center and panoramic views across landscapes reminiscent of Tuscany. This Catalan village combines stone architecture and rice fields, with the coast close by, for a richly varied escape just a short lead from Barcelona.
Woody Allen and Soon-Yi Previn have visited Asador Gonzaba in Madrid's Salamanca district. The Galician restaurant became their first reported food stop before Allen begins a six-week film shoot in the city.
Plenilunio Santa Cruz runs from 2 to 4 October 2026. More than 500 drones will fly above the waterfront as cultural events, family activities, shopping offers and city events take place across the capital.
The 12th Rallye Ciutat de Xixona is expected to bring 10,000 fans to Alicante and generate a major economic boost. With top drivers and a budget of more than €30,000, the event highlights the region’s growing motorsport ambitions.
Rental car drivers in Andalusia sharply increased their speeding this summer, even as most of Spain saw a dramatic decline. New telematics data reveals a regional spike in risky driving that bucks the national trend.
Granada will host the Rally Morgan from October 1 to 4, 2026, bringing together rare British cars dating from the 1970s to today. Participants will lead scenic routes through historic villages, stopping to sample local wines.
Wine tourism in Spain is gaining momentum. Barcelona, Madrid and Valencia now offer more than seventy urban and nearby wine experiences accessible without driving. From guided tastings to full-day excursions, city travelers can explore top wine regions with ease.
Spain's inflation reached 4.9% in September. Fuel costs and package holidays drove the sharpest monthly rise since February 2023.
Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2027 list shifts the focus from ticking off countries to seeking out calm and authentic experiences. With fifty handpicked destinations and journeys, the guide encourages travelers to slow down and choose meaning over mass tourism.
Affluent families are leaving Europe's hottest regions. Northern Spain is drawing buyers seeking reliable water and greener landscapes, with milder summers adding to the appeal.
Plaza Nueva and the Carrera del Darro feature alongside Lorca's Granada in La bola negra, Spain's international feature submission for the 2027 Oscars. The Javis used city streets and historic sites, including gardens, to build the film's world.
More than 80 Spanish teachers in Sardinia took part in a high-stakes training event led by Castilla y León. The goal is to make the region a leading destination for Spanish-language study and attract Italian students to its universities.
A blast struck a three-storey building in Athens' Plaka district. Three people were injured outside the property, while five others may be trapped under the rubble.
EQT is preparing to sell its controlling stake in Parques Reunidos. JPMorgan will manage the process, which values the holding at about €1.7 billion.
Spain is preparing to restrict millions of older and mid-range cars from city centers and even entire islands. New rules will affect vehicles with B and C environmental labels, with fines of up to €30,000 for drivers who break them.
Rincón de la Victoria will host the 35th Rallye Gibralfaro, drawing 60 cars and undergoing a basic inspection that could open the door to the Spanish Rally Championship in 2027. The race crosses nine Málaga towns and brings in teams from across Andalusia.
After two years in Bali, Mery Freshh found she could live better for the same money as in Spain. Her story shows why more young professionals are choosing the island for its mix of low costs and comfort.
Almost half of Spanish travelers now consider solo trips of four to seven days the ideal break. More are choosing domestic destinations and trains over cars, signaling a shift in how Spain travels alone.
