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El Rocío : why hundreds of thousands of Andalusians travel on horseback and by wagon towards Doñana between May 22 and 25

Every spring, southern Spain experiences one of the most extraordinary cultural and religious events in Europe: the Romería del Rocío. Perhaps over the last few days you have suddenly seen groups of…

22 de May de 2026

Expats in Spain·Living in Spain·Travel·Culture·Spain·Andalucia·Topics of the day

The Private Clinics With the Best Patient Ratings on the Costa del Sol

More and more international patients today are paying attention not only to modern facilities or well-known names — but above all to real patient experiences. Especially on the Costa del Sol, online…

20 de May de 2026

Living in Spain·Health·Spain·Andalucia·Costa del Sol·English-Speaking Experts Spain

Andalusia off the beaten track: the most beautiful affordable and secluded hideaways in southern Spain

Andalusia remains one of Spain’s most diverse travel destinations – and while the coastal regions continue to attract millions of visitors, another trend is emerging at the same time: a move towards…

20 de May de 2026

Living in Spain·Travel·On the road·Spain·Andalucia

Spain facing weather chaos: first 39°C heat – then a dangerous DANA sweeps across the country

Spain is currently experiencing an exceptional weather situation that is causing growing concern among meteorologists. While an unusually early heatwave is initially spreading across large parts of the country, a drastic change…

20 de May de 2026

Living in Spain·Spain·Topics of the day·Weather

Spain’s spectacular summer blooms: a colourful natural experience that captivates visitors

When summer begins in Spain, the country reveals itself not only at its sunniest, but also at its most colourful. Away from beaches, cities and tourist hotspots, impressive floral landscapes unfold in…

19 de May de 2026

Living in Spain·Travel·Nature·Spain

Massive traffic jams on the A-7 near Marbella: noise-reduction works are causing traffic chaos until the end of June

Commuters and holidaymakers on the Costa del Sol will need to remain patient: on the heavily trafficked A-7 and AP-7 around Marbella, significant traffic disruptions are currently being experienced. The cause is…

19 de May de 2026

Living in Spain·News·Travel·Andalucia·Costa del Sol·Topics of the day

Another Major Blow for Spain’s Socialists: Former Prime Minister Zapatero Officially Under Investigation

The political crisis surrounding the Spanish Socialists continues to escalate. Best Expat Spain’s political tensions intensified further this week after former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero was officially placed under formal…

19 de May de 2026

Living in Spain·Politics·Topics of the day

Juanma Moreno Wins Andalusia — But Loses His Absolute Majority as Vox Becomes Key Power Broker

Andalusian regional president Juanma Moreno may have won the regional elections once again, but the real political shock of election night lies elsewhere: the Partido Popular has lost its absolute majority…

18 de May de 2026

Expats in Spain·Living in Spain·Politics·Topics of the day

Spain’s Bizum enters physical retail: Can the country’s favourite payment app challenge bank cards?

Bizum is entering a new phase of its history this Monday. After years of revolutionising instant money transfers between private individuals in Spain, the payment system is now officially moving into physical…

18 de May de 2026

Expats in Spain·Living in Spain·Topics of the day·Economy

Spain Is Becoming Europe’s Lecture Hall: Why More International Students Are Moving to Spanish Universities

Only a few years ago, Spain was mainly seen by foreign students as the perfect Erasmus destination — sunshine, beaches, nightlife and a few semesters abroad. But that image is rapidly changing.…

18 de May de 2026

Expats in Spain·Living in Spain·Education·Spain·Topics of the day

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