The Spanish Government has sanctioned a 2012-2016 Comprehensive National Tourism Plan which will cover 28 measures aimed at boosting tourism – a strategic factor that will aid the nation’s economic recovery according to the government. The recently approved plan which will generate much needed jobs and wealth for the country will help improve Spain’s position […]
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Spanish government introduces new loyalty card to reward repeat visitors
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Refreshing dishes for summer
In summer, everything is twice as delicious if it’s served cold. These are the hottest months in Spain and that’s why refreshing dishes such as gazpacho, salads and ice creams feature so prominently at every meal. Here are just a few suggestions. Take note, and make a point of enjoying them while sitting at an […]
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British Airways to make Balearic Islands year round destination
British Airways is bringing a bit of winter sunshine to London City Airport by extending its popular Palma and Ibiza flights to a year-round service. At present the two Balearic Island destinations are summer-only but from October they will continue through the winter with two flights a week on Thursdays and Sundays. The news will […]
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“Big opportunities for shrewd property hunters in Spain”, says Taylor Wimpey España who recently experienced their strongest sales performance for 2012
There’s no denying that the Spanish economy has been suffering recently. Banking losses resulting in the Iberian nation asking for help to recapitalise its banks has caused concern and aided a decline in property prices but for bargain property hunters, it isn’t all doom and gloom. While investment house Variant Perception reports that parts of […]
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La Floresta de la Mairena
Large apartments in a peaceful location near Elviria Beach with sea and mountain views. Includes FREE unlimited use of all the facilities of El Soto Golf Club. La Floresta de la Mairena is a new Taylor Wimpey residential development set near the village of Elviria and its beach, very close to Marbella, Malaga. La Floresta […]
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New visitor attraction launches at Volvo Ocean Race’s Alicante HQ
Museo Volvo Ocean Race, a visitor attraction allowing visitors to experience the challenges faced by elite sailors competing in the Volvo Ocean Race, has opened in Alicante, Spain. The new museum is located at the headquarters of the Volvo Ocean Race headquarters and has been designed by Cheshire, UK-based consultancy, Mather and Co. Visitors of […]
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Organic markets in Mallorca continue to flourish
The organic market in Santa Maria del Cami celebrated it’s fifth year of operation yesterday with free tastings of locally produced organic foods. The market is held every Sunday morning in Plaza Nueva and attracts both locals and international second home owners in Mallorca. Twelve vendors are currently involved in this enterprise, with more organic […]
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Spain’s May tourism figures the best in 3 years
Spain welcomed 5.4 million foreign tourists in May, an increase of 5.8 percent over the same month last year and tourism’s best performance in the last three years. According to the survey of foreigners entering Spain, released Friday by the Industry, Energy and Tourism Ministry, a notable contribution to this increase was made by tourists […]
