“Recession, what recession?” some may say as Brits proved the biggest spenders in 2012, parting with a total of 1.46 billion euros, up 12% from 2011, according to data provided by the Spanish Government. The French came in second at 515 million euros, up 16.6%, whilst spending from Scandinavian tourists grew by 17.5% and the […]
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Hey big spender! Brits part with 1.46 billion euros in Spain during 2012
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Tourism to focus on Emerging Markets
Torrevieja’s Tourism Deputy Joaquin Albaladejo said last week, that the marketing strategy of the Costa Blanca Tourism Board will be to focus primarily on the emerging markets of northern Europe, ensuring that the profession is well placed to compete against other areas of tourism. Speaking at FITUR 2013, the annual Tourism Fair of Madrid, where […]
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Costa Blanca remains top choice for property with 33% of buyer enquiries according to latest data
With its mountainous interior, miles of golden sandy beaches and subtropical climate it’s no wonder the Costa Blanca remains the most attractive and popular region of Spain for those wishing to purchase a holiday home in the sun. The latest analysis of enquiries made on the largest English language Spanish property portal, Kyero.com from July […]
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Blast away those January blues with new flights announced to the Spanish sunshine!
The tinsel´s come down, the nights are cold and dark and your bank balance is about as healthy as you are after the Christmas and New Year excesses. It´s not surprising you´ve got an attack of the January blues. But help is at hand to make it through that difficult first month of the year… […]
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JetXtra.com to offer Alicante and Palma flights from Humberside Airport
FLEDGLING flight operator JetXtra.com will soon be taking off from Humberside Airport. The new company, which has sorted out a naming issue that threatened to escalate into legal action with Jet2, will now offer Alicante and Palma as destinations for summer 2013. The tie-in with Humberside Airport Travel comes as Humberside Airport confirmed September destinations […]
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Russian and French buyers causing property price rise in Spain
Property in Spain is receiving a boost in areas popular with Russian and French buyers. Despite prices falling across the country, it seems certain locations are bucking the trend, albeit slightly. Property Wire reported figures from the Public Works Ministry showing that 8,803 houses were bought by foreign buyers in Q3 2012. This is a […]
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Ryanair announces new scheduled service to Malaga in the Costa Del Sol from Ireland West
Ireland West Airport Knock is delighted to announce that Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today Monday 17th December announced a new route from Ireland West Airport Knock to Malaga in the Costa Del Sol in Spain to commence on 4th Apr 2013. Flights will operate on a weekly basis, every Thursday throughout the summer […]
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Sweet tooth
Spain’s gastronomic wealth comes to its pinnacle at Christmas time. It is a time for parties and celebrations, and also for big meals with, of course, typical Christmas sweets. These are exquisite, traditional recipes, many of which have centuries of history – something not to be missed at this time of year. Come and spend […]
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Monarch adds extra seats on flights ahead of festive rush
Scheduled leisure airline Monarch is adding more than 17,500 seats on flights to popular tourist destinations ahead of the festive rush this year. The carrier said it has experiences a huge increase in demand from customers who are looking to get away from the UK and enjoy some winter sun over the Christmas and the […]
