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Scary flight to Vienna

Local News

Thu 13th Jun 2024

Skillful Pilots Navigate Mallorca Flight Through Severe Thunderstorm An Austrian Airlines flight from Palma de Mallorca to Vienna faced a terrifying ordeal when it encountered a severe thunderstorm near Hartberg, Austria. The Airbus A320, battered by heavy hail, suffered substantial damage but managed to land safely at Vienna Schwechat Airport, thanks to the expert handling by the pilots. The aircraft was flying at approximately 6,000 meters w...

UPDATE Why Do Spanish Properties Have Bars on the Windows?

Spain Guides

Wed 12th Jun 2024

UPDATE Why Do Spanish Properties Have Bars on the Windows? When wandering through the picturesque streets of Spain, you might notice a common architectural feature: bars on the windows. These window bars, known locally as "rejas," are an integral part of Spanish homes, particularly in older or traditional properties. Their presence might raise questions for those unfamiliar with Spanish culture and architecture. Let's explore why these bars are so prevale...

Illegal Rental Investigation

Spain Guides

Wed 12th Jun 2024

Crackdown on Unlicensed Tourist Rentals in Spain Spain's consumer protection agency is launching an investigation into online platforms listing tourist rentals. Their aim is to identify and remove advertisements for illegal vacation properties. This action comes after evidence revealed a significant number of tourist homes operating without proper licenses. These platforms, like Airbnb, simply act as a middleman for listing information. However, the inv...

Moving to Spain from the U.S. Process Pros Cons Guide

Spain Guides

Mon 15th Feb 2021

UPDATE: Moving to Spain from the U.S. Process, Pros, Cons, a Guide As an American, moving to Spain will have its challenges. Moving to Spain from the US, or to most other countries for that matter, can always be a difficult one to prepare for. But you also need to prepare yourself for what happens upon landing in Spain and settling in. So getting settled is the second biggest challenge you will likely face. But a bit of bravery can get you anywhere in li...

UPDATE What Is a Casita, Uses, Build or Buy, Costs, Pros and Cons

Spain Guides

Mon 15th Feb 2021

UPDATE What Is a Casita? Uses, Build or Buy, Costs, Pros and Cons We have experience in selling a great many properties with Casitas, they are certainly a bonus for property buyers. Casitas that come with a property in Spain can be a great advantage in maximizing use and space. But what is a Casita exactly? Here’s where we give you the full overview of Casitas, their benefits, uses, and more... A Casita originates from the Spanis...

Does It Snow in Spain Where and When Guide

Spain Guides

Sun 14th Feb 2021

Does It Snow in Spain? Yes, Here’s Where and When - a Guide Does it snow in Spain? Yes, it can and does snow in Spain, but there’s more to it than just that straight answer, climates vary depending on where you are. So in this article, we’re going through where it snows in Spain when it snows in Spain and also looking at a few extremes - because you just never know! Let’s start with a quick summary... In winte...

What Are Houses in Spain Made of? Materials, Styles, Features

Spain Guides

Mon 1st Feb 2021

What Are Houses in Spain Made of? Materials, Styles, Features Spanish style houses have always been considered very unique, and what distinguishes them from other styles of houses are the materials, and how they're used. So what are houses in Spain made of? Let's get into that now. Spanish homes were built out of adobe, known as mudbrick. With wooden exposed beam roof supports that often extend to create an outside veranda. Floorboards, tiles, or...

Types of Houses in Spain, a Guide on Property, and Examples

Spain Guides

Wed 27th Jan 2021

Types of Houses in Spain, a Guide on Property, and Examples The real estate market in Spain has something to offer everyone and prospective buyers can easily choose from the diverse options ranging from compact apartments to large mansions. The different types of properties in Spain are varied, but can be loosely categorized as follows: Types of property in Spain include Apartments or Flats, Fincas (smallholdings or farms), Land & indi...

Why Do Spanish Live in Flats? Here Are the Main Reasons

Spain Guides

Wed 27th Jan 2021

Why Do Spanish Live in Flats? Here Are the Main Reasons As property experts, we’re often asked why do Spanish live in flats? And it’s true that the majority of the people in Spain do indeed live in flats, this is primarily down to two reasons. So in this post, we’re diving into the reasons Spanish live in flats, starting with a quick takeaway summary for you. 65.9% of Spanish people live in flats because they are more aff...

Why Do Spanish Properties Have Bars on the Windows

Spain Guides

Tue 19th Jan 2021

Why Do Spanish Properties Have Bars on the Windows? Here’s Why After dealing with thousands of properties, we understand the features that come with the Spanish lifestyle. One question we’re often asked is why do Spanish properties have bars on the windows? So here’s the guide on the reasons and benefits of why the Spanish properties have bars at the windows... Spanish properties have bars on the windows as a measure of p...

Is It Worth Buying a House in Spain? What You Need to Know!

Spain Guides

Fri 8th Jan 2021

Is It Worth Buying a House in Spain? What You Need to Know! The worth of buying a house in Spain mainly depends on the circumstances and the objective that the buyer has in mind. As Spanish property experts over numerous years, we know how important it is that personal circumstances are taken into account. This article will take you through the various perspectives concerned with buying a house in Spain.. It is worth buying a house in Spai...

Why Do Spanish Windows Have Shutters? Here’s the Answer!

Spain Guides

Tue 5th Jan 2021

Why Do Spanish Windows Have Shutters? Here’s the Answer! We’ve all seen the delightful and picturesque houses nestled in Spanish hillsides or the row of beautiful houses lining the narrow streets of a town. But why do Spanish windows have shutters? In this article we’ll answer that question and more, starting with the quick summary answer... Why do Spanish windows have shutters? Shutters are found on Spanish wi...

Can Foreigners Buy Property in Spain? How It Works, a Guide!

Spain Guides

Mon 14th Dec 2020

Many people look farther afield than just their own country to buy property. And we've dealt with clients from all over the world looking to buy their own property in Spain. Often as foreigners, they're not even sure if they can buy property in Spain, so we've written the guide to answer this question and more. Let's start with the quick response, then we'll dive into more details... Can foreigners buy property i...

Costa Brava Building Permissions Reduced

Local News

Sun 29th Nov 2020

After a moratorium of almost two years on all new planning permission in the area, the regional government of Catalonia has taken a crucial step towards formalising the reduction of new development on the Costa Brava. In February 2019 all planning permissions were stopped pending a review of the entire urban plan for the sensitive coast line of Girona province, known best as the Costa Brava, affecting as many as 15,000 new homes, and several hotels. Then...

Corona Virus update

Local News

Thu 26th Nov 2020

Andalucía Christmas coronavirus measures won’t be revealed until mid-December The Junta de Andalucía has revealed that it will wait until mid-December to agree on coronavirus measures for the Christmas holidays. Although the government hopes it will be able to relax the restrictions over the festive period to facilitate family gatherings, officials insist the rules will depend on the numbers of infections and hospitalisations over the comi...

Jet2 Back to the Skys

Local News

Thu 26th Nov 2020

TOUR operator Jet2 intends to resume flights and holidays to Spain, the UK’s biggest outbound destination, before the end of the month. Jet2’s Twitter account posted the latest update, where it said flights to Spain’s Balearic and Canary Islands will resume from August 23, followed by mainland Spain on August 24. Benidorm and the Costa del Sol will hopefully benefit from the resumption of flights, many bar and restaurant owners have commented that as ...

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