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The village of Enix in Almeria has 11 bars for 690 inhabitants

Visit Enix: Almeria Village Boasts 11 Bars For 690 Residents

  Imagine a village of just 690 residents boasting a Guinness World Record of 11 bars. According to research, Enix in Almeria has more bars per 1,000 inhabitants than any other town or village in Spain. Our first thought was how do all those businesses still run successfully with so few people in the village? Meanwhile, some of the eateries have been open for...

Soportujar in winter

Visit Soportujar In Southern Spain And Its Witches In 2024

Readers were recently introduced to two fascinating locations in Spain – one related to Vikings and the other to witches. However, that witch destination isn’t alone, as the small village of Soportujar also celebrates witchy things. Read on to find out what you can see in the village while on a day trip from Granada. Soportujar in Spain and its witches When glancing...

Parador de Tortosa, Catalunya

Luxurious Vacation: Stay In A Real Castle In Spain In 2024

The Paradores of Spain are iconic and luxurious hotels, often set in historic buildings such as palaces, medieval castles, monasteries and convents. Some are set in modern buildings, but all offer the same level of quality. Moreover, they are surrounded by beautiful countryside or historic cities. In each case, the paradores are convenient to popular landmarks and...

Catoira Viking Festival

Vikings & Witches On A Weird & Wonderful Vacation In Spain

Travelers planning a vacation in Spain mostly think of major cities like Madrid or Barcelona. They book a visit to the beautiful beaches on the country’s coasts. However, for anyone looking for a truly memorable Spanish vacation can experience Vikings and witches in local events. Read on to find out more about the weird side of Spain and when you can experience these...

Urdaibai Estuary, Basque Country, Northern Spain

Experience Art And Nature In The Urdaibai Estuary Of Basque Country, Spain

Northern Spain is a green and beautiful area of the country, especially on the Urdaibai Estuary, nestling in the Basque Country. Here, nature is at its most beautiful as well as being an important Biosphere Reserve. This area of northern Spain is highly recommended for travelers seeking time in nature. Whether looking for idyllic beaches, wishing to hike in nature...

Old Town

Foodie Delight: Oviedo Crowned Spanish Capital Of Gastronomy 2024

Foodies that have visited Spain already know how diverse and delicious the Spanish cuisine is from region to region. However, it is Oviedo in Asturias that made it the prestigious Spanish Capital of Gastronomy for 2024. Meanwhile, the city was crowned ahead of Alicante, Valencia, Antequera, Andalucía and Castellón in Valencia. Read on to find out more about this...

Town in Spain installs unique radar speed control signs

Town In Spain Takes Unique Approach To Speed Control

Anyone who lives in or regularly visits Spain is aware of the fact that authorities take speed control seriously. What with hidden radar cameras and cop cars hiding in the bushes, it is all too easy to get caught going over the limit. However, it seems not every town in Spain takes speed control so seriously. One town, La Algaba in the Sevilla Province has introduced...

Madrid issuing 'black level' alert for over-crowding in the Christmas holidays

Madrid Planning ‘Black Level’ Alert Due To Christmas Overcrowding

Since the pandemic, the word “over-tourism” regularly comes up in travel headlines and this includes Madrid in Spain.  In fact, Spain’s capital is already planning a “black level” alert for the holidays in an effort to prevent overcrowding in the streets at Christmas. If you are planning a city break or vacation in Madrid, read on to be aware of the measures being...