Spain’s Public Holidays (Festivos) in 2027

Spain loves a public holiday, or festivo, and knowing when they fall can save you a wasted journey to a government office, a trip to a closed bank or a surprise when you head away for the weekend. Here’s our guide to Spain’s public holidays in 2027, including the dates to remember in Andalucía, the…

Spain’s Public Holidays (Festivos) in 2026

Planning a weekend away, arranging an appointment or wondering why everything is suddenly closed? There’s a good chance it’s a festivo. Here’s our guide to Spain’s public holidays in 2026, including the dates that apply across the country and the local holidays here in Alhaurín de la Torre. So, what is a festivo? In Spain,…

A Journey Through the Coast, the City, and the Mountains

The team at Upsticks would love to show you what life looks like out and about in Spain. Below are three stunning videos from our YouTube channel that are well worth a watch — especially if you’re thinking about where to live your dream life in Spain. Discover Andalusia from Above: A Journey Through the…