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…
Halloween in Spain: More Than Just Ghosts and Pumpkins! 🎃 Halloween is becoming increasingly popular in Spain, but behind the fancy dress, pumpkins and spooky decorations lies a fascinating mixture of traditions, some of which go back centuries. If you’ve recently moved to Spain, you might be surprised to find witches in the supermarket, skeletons…
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,…
Spain has always been a popular destination for retirees but if you’re in any doubt whether Spain is for you, here are 10 reasons why people choose to retire to Spain: Reason 1 – The weather! Spain is famous for its fabulous weather with 300 days of sunshine on average a year. While this means…
