We all need to send documents and post out and let’s face it, we do need to be sure that items arrive on time and to the right address/person. Despite some bad press, Correos, the Spanish postal service is pretty reliable, especially if you use one of their premium services, but unfortunately, not everyone is…
Imported from the USA, this is a workers day off and it falls on a Wednesday in 2024. Brief history This day off for workers has its roots in the fight for workers rights in the USA in the late 1880’s and eventually led to the advent of the 8 hour working day, with Spain…
How long can you drive a foreign plated car in Spain before registering it? It’s a question that is raised over and over again on social media, and we’re asked almost every week – ‘’How long can you drive a foreign-plated car in Spain before having to register it?’’ There are hundreds of blogs out…
Lasting from Palm Sunday (Domingo de Ramos) to Easter Sunday (Lunes de Pascua) , Semana Santa (Holy Week) is the most important annual cultural and religious event in Spain. Although each Spanish region, and even city and village, has its own customs and practices for Easter, Andalucia takes top spot for spectacular processions. Sumptuously decorated…
Check out our YouTube Video about passing an ITV inspection in Spain In the video, Chris Goodacre gives you an overview and explains the basics of what is checked on your vehicle at in ITV inspection in Spain, including: Keep an eye on the illuminated panel for your registration number, make sure you don’t miss…
