Low Emission Zones ZBE in Spain- coming to a town near you

Low Emission Zones (Zonas de Bajas Emisiones – ZBEs in Spanish) are being rolled out across Spain meaning any municipality with over 50,000 inhabitants must implement traffic control measures to improve air quality and reduce pollution. This is Upsticks summary guide for Andalucía, Murcia, Alicante and Comunitat Valenciana but as each autonomous community is different in…

Living in Fuengirola: Is This Vibrant Costa del Sol Town Right for You?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xlw0E9wuSvg&t=567s Fuengirola is a bustling and diverse coastal town in Malaga, Spain. It offers a unique blend of modern amenities, cultural diversity, and a vibrant atmosphere. In our latest YouTube video, I take a closer look at what it’s like to live in Fuengirola rather than visit, exploring everything from accommodation and the cost of…

Lithica – A hidden gem in Menorca

Lithica, also known as Pedreres de s’Hostal, is one of Menorca’s main tourist attractions in Spain’s Balearic Islands. Lithica is located near Ciutadella, Menorca’s second-largest town. The site is open to the public and often provides guided tours or educational programs about the island’s history, geology, and environmental initiatives. Lithica is a family-friendly destination accessible…

UK PASSPORT VALIDITY – IMPORTANT- Check your passport dates

Since the UK left the European Union, British passport holders have been subject to more stringent rules regarding their travel documents. Fall foul of these new rules and you may find yourself having problems when travelling and potentially with a visa application. While UK passport holders still enjoy visa-free travel to the EU for 90…

Road Numbers in Spain – All you need to know

Whether you’re planning a road trip or simply travelling from A to B, it’s vital that you understand the road numbering system in Spain and what the various letters, colours and numbers mean. As a general rule, blue is motorways, red is national highways (roughly equivalent to UK A roads) and C are rural roads.…