Families looking to make their holiday money go further this summer should look no further than the much loved destination of Spain according to recent findings from The Post Office Family Holiday report. Currently, British families will have around 11.5% more spending money this year than last as the pound reaches a 12-month high against […]
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Schools out for summer! Spain voted favourite destination for families according to recent findings
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New hotel projects add more glamour on Mallorca
Hot on the heels of the Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel that opened on the west of Mallorca in April this year, two more luxury lifestyle brands have made the Spanish island their home. Nikki Beach and Wave House are the latest names to gain a foothold in the Balearics and leading local estate aged Mallorca […]
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Shop at the local market
Health-conscious holidaymakers can make the best out of self-catering deals to Mallorca by shopping at the local organic market. One destination that is rapidly becoming a hotspot for a healthy holiday is Mallorca, with its wide assortment of shops and increasingly popular weekly local markets. Now home to around 500 organic farms covering around 72,000 […]
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Only 4% VAT until 31st Dec 2012
Last week, Spain approved tax increases which could see VAT payable on new property purchases increasing as of 1 January 2013 from the current 4% super reduced rate to 10%, unless the Spanish Government makes an exception. Tax reduction on new property was made effective in August 2011, when the government of José Luis Rodríguez […]
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Malaga Airport Adds New Runway, Doubles Their Flight Capacity
With its gorgeous scenery, historic landmarks and events, and delicious cuisine, Spain has seen a revival in its tourism industry. This boost in visitors prompted Malaga Airport, Spain’s fourth busiest airport, to open a new terminal, Terminal 3, in 2010. The new terminal, which cost 410 million Euros to build, features 86 check-ins, 20 new […]
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The 31st Copa del Rey Audi Mapfre kicks off
The 31st Copa del Rey Audi Mapfre kicks off tomorrow backed up by some of the best teams and most magnificent racing boats of the world. The full mini-maxi international fleet, six TP52`s, and eight Soto 40`s are just a part of the 119 boat fleet from 19 countries which will gather 1.200 sailors in […]