La Semana Santa: Holy Week In Spain

Thinking of experiencing La Semana Santa in Spain? This no-nonsense, brutally honest guide covers the history, best cities for processions, what to expect, travel tips, and how not to look like a bewildered tourist during Spain’s biggest religious week.

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A Guide To Popular Types Of Fish In Spain

A Proper Guide to Spanish Fish: Beyond the Tourist Menu A Dave In Spain Culinary Investigation diving into the popular types of fish in Spain, how to cook them and more. Right, let’s talk about fish in Spain – and I don’t mean the sad, battered thing you’ll find at...

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All About The Spanish Funnel Web Spider

So, you’ve swapped rainy UK streets for sunny Spanish life. You’re living the dream: orange trees, tapas… and now… giant black spiders lurking in your garden walls. Let’s look at the Spanish Funnel Web Spider, in this instance. Welcome to Spain. Here’s the good news:Unless you’re actively rummaging under logs,...

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The Complete Guide to Hiring Cars in Spain

Right, let’s have a proper chat about hiring cars in Spain, shall we? After living here for years and hearing countless horror stories from fellow expats and tourists, I reckon it’s high time someone laid out the truth about car rentals in this beautiful but sometimes bewildering country. Whether you’re...

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Tapas Alley Benidorm Where Old Spain Still Thrives

Benidorm might be famous for its shimmering skyscrapers, karaoke bars, and beaches packed tighter than a tin of anchovies—but tucked away in the Old Town lies a corner that feels like another world entirely. Affectionately known as Tapas Alley Benidorm, this is a must visit location. Long before the high-rises...

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Summer Holidays in Spain: 2025 Visa Tips for UK Travellers

Spain remains one of the most sought-after travel destinations for UK residents. The reason is not far-fetched, as Spain’s mild winters and warm summers keep attracting those looking to take a break from the UK’s weather. The process of travelling from the UK to Spain for summer holidays has changed...

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Two Types Of Tourists At The Local Markets

People say there are two types of tourists, and at the local markets this is correct. Those who are welcome to enjoy the stalls and those who should stay by the pool. Markets, Mayhem & Melting Tourists: Summer at Lemon Tree Sunday Market. It’s market day — a sacred ritual...

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Bar Carmencita Tostada Review

So while we were out and about and had earlier on been to La Taberna De La Cruz, we took the 5 minute stroll up the main street to find Bar Carmencita, as this was another place on my list. Both Soph and I commented on how different this town...

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Wow, Check Out La Taberna De La Cruz

We visited La Taberna De La Cruz and we were very impressed. This was our first proper visit to Granja De Rocamora and it’s a place we want to go back and explore again.I have a list of at least14 different tapas bars that I want to visit, here in...

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Revolut Spain Launches Sleek New ATMs

June 2025 saw Revolut Spain announcing changes that can only make people happier. If you’ve been using an ATM in Spain lately, you’ll know it can feel like stepping back in time — fiddly buttons, awful exchange rates, and sneaky fees that show up after you’ve taken your cash. But...

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ITV Orihuela Bar Cafeteria: An Expensive Visit

This is a place we had never considered before ( the ITV Orihuela Cafe), until a few months ago a neighbour and friend mentioned he stopped off there, while doing a hospital drop off. I’d said we’d done our ITV for my car in Torrevieja and been to the cafe...

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Meet The Escolopendra – The Centipede That Bites

We first came across these charmers while we were living down in the Murcia region. The long and short was that one night I needed a pee, got out of bed, didn’t put a light on as I didn’t want to disturb Soph. The shutters in the kitchen and living...

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