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August 15 is a national holiday in Spain for the Feast of the AssumptionThis holiday in mid-August is a day off work for many businesses in Spain August 15 is a public holiday in Spain and other predominantly Catholic countries like Italy because it is the Feast of the Assumption, known in Spanish as ‘Fiesta de.. 14/08/2025

Spain is tightening pension eligibility starting this August: find out if this applies to youMake sure your pension payments are up to date as this change takes effect across Spain Earlier this year, the Spanish government introduced several welcome pension measures designed to make active retirement more financially attractive. They also.. 12/08/2025

Can your community charge you for bringing guests to the pool?Debate grows over whether neighbours can vote to introduce a guest fee this summer   As summer temperatures soar and schools close for the holidays, many families across Spain find themselves looking for ways to cool off — and community.. 07/08/2025

Netflix is ending its Basic plan in Spain in September: these are your options if you don't want adsThe streaming platform is discontinuing this ad-free subscription in Spain, forcing existing users to upgrade Netflix has rolled out a significant change to its plans in Spain. From September 1, the ad-free Basic plan, which cost €9.99 per month.. 01/08/2025

Thy Will Be Done warns: The risks of using unqualified and uninsured providers of UK wills and powers of attorney in SpainWhen preparing vital legal documents, peace of mind is more important than price or convenience Image: Brits in Spain   When arranging UK wills or powers of attorney while living in Spain, many people are understandably drawn to low-cost..

Why your overnight phone charging habit is costing you moneyResearch shows millions of people in Spain could be adding unnecessary euros to their electricity bills Most of us do it without thinking: plug in the phone before bed and wake up to a fully charged device. But Spanish consumer experts are warning.. 29/07/2025

Read the August edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the August 2025 issue of Home & Living! Another great read which we hope will inspire you and give you lots of ideas for your home.   Featured in this month’s issue:   We chat to a couple who bought.. 29/07/2025

How to avoid sky-high mobile bills when travelling this summerTop tips for using your phone abroad without breaking the bank With the summer in full swing, the kids on school holidays and millions of people in Spain heading abroad for their summer getaways, now’s a good time to check how your mobile phone plan..

How to sleep better in Spain's sticky summer nightsTop tips for staying cool and getting some shut-eye when it’s hot, humid and air con isn’t an option   If you’ve ever tried to sleep through a summer heatwave, in Spain or anywhere else, you’ll know it’s not just the heat..

These are the Spanish beaches that welcome dogs this summerIn Spain, the number of coastal cities that allow dogs on the beaches is increasing Every year, thousands of people hit the Spanish coast in search of a beach and a refreshing, cooling swim. But it’s not just us humans who suffer in the sun;.. 15/07/2025

The surprising truth about your fan's electricity useAn expert breaks down the numbers and shows that staying cool doesn’t have to break the bank If you’ve been tempted to switch off your fan at night because it uses “a lot of electricity,” you’re not alone. That familiar phrase.. 07/07/2025

Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja extends opening hours and joins TikTokThe popular Thai restaurant in Torrevieja has added Tuesday evenings to its opening times and is sharing more behind-the-scenes videos on social media Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja has announced a summer schedule update, now welcoming diners.. 27/06/2025

Use Google Maps and WhatsApp to spot traffic checks and share your location, from anywhere in SpainThese handy tools can help you avoid road delays, spot police checks and even let family know where you are in real time Whether you are heading off on a road trip around Spain, or just want someone to know where you are, Google Maps and WhatsApp offer.. 24/06/2025

Noche de San Juan: Spain's fiery night of beach bonfires, magic and meaning, celebrated every year in JuneThe firsta of San Juan is a magical mix of bonfires, beach parties and centuries-old traditions that light up the start of summer Imagine this: the beach at night, bonfires glowing, music pumping, people laughing, jumping over flames or diving into..

Mouth-watering Menú del Día at Thai Food Khon Kaen TorreviejaEnjoy an authentic Thai starter, main, dessert and drink in the heart of Torrevieja for just €17 Discover the authentic tastes of Thailand in the heart of Torrevieja. Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja, a restaurant dedicated to serving authentic.. 01/04/2025

March 19 is a bank holiday in Spain, but only in 2 regionsTwo autonomous communities in southern Spain will celebrate Father’s Day with a holiday this month This March 19, families in certain parts of Spain are gearing up to celebrate a special day dedicated to dads. But unlike in the UK, where Father.. 19/03/2025

Alicante festivos 2025: These are all the local bank holidays for the yearAlicante will enjoy a long weekend during the Bonfires of San Juan Alicante City Council has officially announced the public holidays for the 2025 working calendar, which will include 14 paid and non-recoverable holidays.   The two local.. 01/01/2025

Singles' Day in Spain: The shopping holiday that beats Black FridayOn November 11, shoppers in Spain can bag a serious bargain While Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just around the corner, there’s another shopping holiday that has been gaining traction in Spain in recent years which offers mega bargains for the..

Valencia Day in Spain: Festivo holiday on October 9 for the Dia de la Comunidad ValencianaRead on to discover what happens on Valencia Day, the Spanish holiday held on October 9 Every year, October 9 is celebrated in Spain’s Valencian Community as the ‘Día de la Comunidad Valenciana’ or Day of Valencia, and the day..

The cheesy reason mosquitoes find you irresistibleCertain body odours have been shown to attract these pesky insects Mosquitoes are a guaranteed nuisance during the summer months in Spain, disrupting our sleep with their incessant buzzing and causing unsightly and itchy bites. What’s more, each..