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,…

MURCIA – Top 10 things to do in the Murcia Region

About the province of Murcia It’s fair to say that Murcia has everything you love about Spain but without the crowds – history, gastronomy, fabulous coastline, fiestas and parades, stunning architecture and a relaxed pace of life. Although one of the smallest regions of Spain, Murcia punches well above its weight and is becoming ever…