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Spain's property market has moved quickly over the past couple of years, with national prices rising faster than at almost any point in the past two decades. It is fair to ask whether the classic idea of a Spanish home for under €100,000 still holds up in 2026. The honest answer is yes — but it looks a little different than it might have five years ago. These days, a budget unde...

Spain has a reputation for a relaxed approach to work — long lunches, an easy pace, life prioritised over career. Some of that holds up. Some of it doesn't. The reality of working in a Spanish office is more specific and, in some ways, more demanding than the stereotype suggests: strong hierarchy, a real emphasis on personal relationships, and a communication style that can catc...

For decades, international buyers looking at southern Spain have reflexively turned their attention to the Costa del Sol or the Costa Blanca. However, nestled between the heavily developed resorts of Málaga and the arid, striking landscapes of Almería, lies a stretch of coastline that remains one of Andalusia's best-kept secrets.

Buying property in Spain is straightforward when you know what to check and in what order. Most of the problems buyers run into are avoidable, and nearly all of them stem from assuming the process works the same way it would at home. Here are the six most common pitfalls, what causes them, and where to find the full detail on each.

Which are the best Spanish beaches to visit this summer? That's a tough question for an undisputed world blue flag leader with an 8,000-kilometre coastline. It also depends upon your preferences: Scenic, quiet, lively, easily accessible. But Spain's endless incredible beaches (some even several hours' drive from the sea) are always a hit, and not just in summer: Many are equally...