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How Valencia is restricting holiday lets and why it means Costa Blanca vacations are about to get a lot more expensiveNew laws restricting the activities of short-term rental properties could have a serious effect on the Valencian economy, warns Technical Architect John Kirby by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer Just a couple.. 20/01/2025
Valencia's holiday let laws: A short stay for short-term rentals?New regulations could radically reshape – or eliminate – the holiday rental sector in just five years by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer In Spain’s Valencia region, two new laws have come.. 18/12/2024
Blame is misdirected as crackdown begins on rural Valencia properties following floodsUrban flooding needs an urban solution, not scapegoating, say experts by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer “Those that do not learn from history condemned to repeat it.” So said George Santayana.. 03/12/2024
Why the floods in Valencia happened and who is responsibleThere’s a reason why the flooding was worst in the towns surrounding Valencia city, and the explanation goes back more than half a century... by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer To the south of the city.. 05/11/2024
October 12 is a national holiday in Spain: Everything you need to know about Spain DayBusinesses and schools are closed every Oct 12 in Spain to celebrate the public holiday This Saturday October 12 is a national holiday in Spain, celebrated annually as the ‘Día de la Hispanidad’, also known as the ‘Fiesta.. 10/10/2024
Valencia Day in Spain: Festivo holiday on October 9 for the Dia de la Comunidad ValencianaRead on to discover what happens on Valencia Day, the Spanish holiday held on October 9 Every year, October 9 is celebrated in Spain’s Valencian Community as the ‘Día de la Comunidad Valenciana’ or Day of Valencia, and the day..
May 1 bank holiday in Spain: Everything you have to know about the next Spanish festivoLearn about the history of this public holiday in Spain, what happens on May 1st and who has the day off May 1 is a national holiday in the whole of Spain because it is Mayday, or Labour Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, a holiday.. 30/04/2024
Valencia Fallas, Spain: Dates, traditions, food and what to do in the Spanish fire festivalFind out everything you need to know to visit Spain’s unique festival of fireworks and fun The Valencia Fallas is a local traditional fiesta in Valencia, Spain, a colourful, riotous celebration that mixes bonfires, fireworks, spectacular art, very..
Why it is so important to get a Technical Inspection of a house in Alicante before you buyWhat really is the need to get a Pre-Purchase Technical Inspection for your Costa Blanca property? Purchasing a property in Spain requires a thorough understanding of its condition and potential issues. Just like you wouldn’t buy a car without a..
Murcia trains to Valencia and Barcelona will now take 25 minutes longerRail traffic will be diverted to a single track so significant delays are expected for the next 2 years Passengers travelling to Barcelona on either of the two daily trains in each direction that connect the Region of Murcia with Spain’s second.. 08/09/2023
Keeping mosquitoes out of your home in SpainThe best way to keep bugs at bay in Spain is with specialist insect nets over your doors and windows We’ve tried all the usual tricks – the anti-mosquito devices that plug into the wall, those candles that smell of lemongrass, the special lights..
These are the bank holidays in the Valencia Region in 2023These will be the dates of the public holidays in the Valencian Community this year The regional government of the Comunidad Valenciana has revealed its calendar of red days and public bank holidays in Valencia and Alicante for 2023... 01/01/2023
How to book an appointment for a Covid vaccine or booster shot in SpainHere are instructions for making an appointment to get vaccinated against coronavirus in Spain It’s very easy to get a Covid vaccine in Spain if you’re a resident and are registered with the Spanish healthcare system. Whether you need your..
How to book an appointment for your flu vaccine in Alicante 2022Flu season is upon us again. Who should get vaccinated against flu this winter and how can you make an appointment? Influenza is a highly contagious viral epidemic disease that causes many people to get sick and die every year, especially the old and infirm..
Best wild swimming spots on the Costa Blanca - from waterfalls to natural poolsThe Valencia region is home to more than golden beaches, take a look at its hidden lakes and aquamarine waterfall pools The Costa Blanca arguably boasts some of the most stunning beaches in Spain renowned for their golden sands and crystal clear waters.. 30/08/2022
These are the camping and motorhome rules in Spain that you have to knowWhat are the campervan and campsite rules in each region of Spain? Sales of campervans and motorhomes in Spain rose by 20% during the pandemic, with more people looking to take advantage of staycations and DIY driving holidays. There are now..
British Embassy clarifies rules for expats voting in local elections in SpainI am a UK citizen living in Spain. Can I vote in Spanish elections? The British Embassy in Spain has sent out a message clarifying what the current regulations are for expats who wish to vote in local elections in Spain. “Lots of you..
Which line should I queue in at the airport in Spain as a British citizen?We answer your questions about airport travel to Spain, such as ‘Can I use the EU line if I have a TIE or residency?’ Reports of hours-long queues at Spanish airports for UK citizens recently have sparked many to wonder if they can use the &..
What is the tourist tax, how much is it and where in Spain do you have to pay it?Tourist taxes are becoming more common in cities around the world, meaning holidaymakers having to pay extra for hotel rooms The tourist tax is a surcharge that, in the last few years before the Covid-19 pandemic, became popular in several cities that..
The 4 popular Spanish holiday destinations you cannot reach by trainIncredibly, the coastal tourist spots Torrevieja, Marbella and Almeria's Roquetas de Mar and El Ejido do not have rail connections Despite having more than 80,000 inhabitants with a five-fold increase during the summer, four popular Spanish holiday.. 21/02/2022
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