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Interior view of the 2024 Valencia Motor Show, showcasing a wide array of cars from various brands, including Polestar and Ford, displayed under a spacious, well-lit exhibition hall with visitors exploring the vehicles.

Valencia Motor Show Boosts Sales After DANA Floods

The Valencia Motor Show has emerged as a crucial event for flood-affected car owners. Record-breaking sales were driven by significant discounts and government aid. Held ...
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Aerial drone view of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife Canary Islands

New Travel Rule in Spain: What Tourists Need to Prepare For

Hotels in Spain are bracing for a significant shift in operations as a mandatory traveler registration system comes into effect. This new requirement, established under ...
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Colorful Mediterranean-style houses and docked boats at Port Saplaya, Valencia, Spain.

Where Did Most Travelers Stay in Spain This October?

Spain’s non-hotel tourist accommodations, including apartments, campsites, rural tourism spots, and hostels, recorded over 10 million overnight stays in October 2024, according to the National ...
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Regent Street in London beautifully decorated with Christmas lights during Black Friday weekend, bustling with shoppers and iconic red double-decker buses.

This December, Spain’s Travelers Are Flocking to Unexpected Destinations

The December holiday season is shaping up to be a fascinating time for Spanish travelers, with both traditional and unexpected destinations stealing the spotlight. According ...
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Thinking of Moving Abroad? These Cities Expats Love (or Hate)

If you’re considering a move abroad, choosing the right city can make all the difference. The 2024 Expat City Ranking, based on insights from over ...
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Madrid city skyline

Madrid Limits Tourist Rentals to Protect Historic Center

Madrid has introduced a new plan to regulate tourist rentals in an effort to protect the city’s historic center. Known as the Plan Reside, this ...
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Renfe

Renfe Resumes Madrid-Valencia High-Speed Train Services

Following the recent severe weather that led to significant disruptions, Renfe has fully resumed its high-speed train services on the Madrid-Valencia route. With the alert ...
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Malaga Trains to Madrid, Seville Suspended Amid Severe Rain Alert

Heavy rains sweeping through Malaga have led to significant disruptions in transportation, impacting train services and road networks in the region. With a red warning ...
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Iberia Launches World’s First Transatlantic Flight with Airbus A321XLR

Iberia is making aviation history by becoming the first airline in the world to operate transatlantic routes with the new Airbus A321XLR. This groundbreaking flight ...
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Valencia Airport at night with cars and a bus at the entrance.

Historic October for Valencia Airport with 1M+ Passengers Despite DANA

Valencia Airport achieved a historic milestone this October, welcoming over one million passengers despite the severe challenges posed by the recent DANA storm. The month ...
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Flooded highway in Valencia with damaged and displaced vehicles after DANA storm.

Spain’s Mediterranean Coast Under Threat as A New DANA Storm Approaches

Spain’s Mediterranean coast remains under threat as a new DANA storm approaches, bringing renewed fears of heavy rains and potential flooding. The State Meteorological Agency ...
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High-Speed Train Service Resumes Between Madrid and Valencia

High-speed train service between Madrid and Valencia is set to resume after weeks of disruption caused by torrential rains and severe flooding from the recent ...
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Red tram in Valencia on a sunny day, with palm trees in the background.

Valencia’s Metro Prepares to Restart: Tram Services Resume Tomorrow

The metro service in Valencia is gradually moving towards a full restart following its closure due to severe flooding from the DANA storm on October ...
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Weather map showing severe storm activity along the Catalonia coastline, with intense rainfall over Barcelona.

Severe Flooding at Barcelona Airport as Deadly DANA Storm Batters Catalonia

Severe flooding has impacted Catalonia as the deadly DANA storm batters the region, bringing torrential rains and widespread disruption. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has ...
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Valencia’s Iconic Fallas Festivities Suspended Amid Flood Recovery

Under the shadow of recent flooding, Valencia’s iconic Fallas festivities have been suspended, with all official activities and competitions halted indefinitely.  Fallas, which typically feature ...
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Row of Iberia aircraft with red and yellow tails parked on the tarmac.

Iberia Adds Extra Flights to Address Madrid-Valencia Route Disruptions

Iberia has increased its flights between Madrid and Valencia, offering two additional daily services until at least November 10 to address route disruptions caused by ...
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MotoGP

MotoGP Cancels Valencia GP, Redirects Support to DANA Relief Efforts

After devastating floods caused by the DANA storm left over 205 casualties, with dozens still missing and widespread damage across the Valencian Community, MotoGP has ...
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valencia flooded tunnel car pileup

Extensive Transportation Disruptions in Valencia: Roads & Rails Damaged

Valencia’s transportation network is grappling with severe damage following recent floods, impacting major railway lines and highways throughout the province. The Valencian railway lines and ...
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A pile of overturned and damaged cars on a flooded railway track after severe flooding.

Valencia Faces Weeks of Train Suspensions Due to DANA Flooding

Following severe flooding from the recent DANA storm, Valencia’s rail services, including both commuter and high-speed connections, have been heavily disrupted, with significant delays expected. ...
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Valencia Flood Road Closures Map

Valencia Roads Closed; DGT Issues Travel Advisory

The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has urged citizens to avoid traveling to the province of Valencia during the All Saints’ Day long weekend, as ...
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