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Spain Hits Record High with 9.6 Million Tourists in September

Spain welcomed an impressive 9.6 million international tourists in September, marking a 9.1% increase compared to the same month last year. The surge brings the ...
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Flood-damaged railway tracks in Valencia, Spain, submerged in water after severe storms.

Valencia-Madrid High-Speed Rail Suspended Until Nov 3 Due to Flooding

Due to severe flooding in the Valencian Community, the high-speed rail line between Valencia and Madrid will remain out of service until at least Sunday, ...
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Valencia Region to Host Exciting Events in 2025

The Valencia Region is set to become a hub of activity in 2025, offering an exciting lineup of world-class events across sports, music, and culture. ...
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Severe Flooding Halts Rail, Road, and Air Traffic in Valencia Region

The Valencian Community has been heavily affected by severe weather due to DANA storm, leading to widespread rail, road, and air travel disruptions. The region ...
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Paris, Madrid, and Rome Top November Holiday Bookings for Spanish Travelers

As the highly anticipated November holiday approaches, many Spanish travelers are gearing up for a much-needed getaway before the Christmas season. According to data from ...
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TIS 2024: Spanish Regions Push for Sustainability in Tourism

At the Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) 2024, sustainability and smart tourism management took center stage as key strategies for the future of Spain’s tourism sector. ...
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Attendees explore exhibits at the Tourism Innovation Global Summit 2024 in Seville, surrounded by booths and digital displays.

Tourism Innovation Summit 2024 to Gather 7,000 Global Professionals in Seville

Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) 2024 is set to transform Seville into the global epicenter of tourism innovation once again. From October 23 to 25, over ...
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View of the Blue Mosque with minarets in Istanbul, Turkey, with a bright blue sky in the background and the sea, ships, and the “IST” abbreviation in large yellow text overlay.

Vueling to Launch Barcelona-Istanbul Flights with Expanded Service in 2025

Vueling is set to begin operating three weekly direct flights from Barcelona to Istanbul Airport starting on 29 October 2024. This new route marks Vueling ...
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Skyscanner Reveals Top Budget-Friendly Travel Destinations for Spanish Travelers in 2025

When it comes to planning a trip, the price is often a decisive factor, and finding affordable flights can sometimes feel like an impossible mission. ...
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Night view of Girona-Costa Brava Airport terminal and control tower.

Why Are Travelers Getting Arrested at Girona Airport?

In recent weeks, Girona Airport has become the focus of multiple arrests related to passport fraud, with six individuals caught using falsified documents in three ...
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illustration of Mallorca’s social landscape in the 1970s, depicting tourists and economic disparity.

How Tourism and Prostitution Shaped Mallorca’s Social Landscape

In the final days of the Francoist regime, Rosa Arregui shed light on a seldom-discussed topic: the intersection of prostitution, tourism, and economic challenges in ...
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Passengers boarding a Renfe high-speed train at a station in Spain.

Valencia-Madrid High-Speed Train Route Sees Record Passenger Growth

The Valencia-Madrid high-speed train route has experienced remarkable growth in passenger numbers, setting a new record for 2024. In the first half of the year, ...
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Monument to Alfonso XII at El Retiro Park in Madrid, Spain, with a lake in the foreground.

Madrid Tops List of Most Visited Cities in Spain for Summer 2024

Spain experienced record-breaking tourist numbers this summer, and Madrid emerged as the top destination. With over 64.3 million international tourists visiting Spain by August 2024, ...
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View of the beach and the sea shore of a small resort town Sitges in the suburbs of Barcelona.

Spain Welcomes Record-Breaking 64.3 Million Tourists by August 2024

Spain experienced a record-breaking surge in tourism in 2024, welcoming over 64.3 million international visitors in the first eight months of the year. According to ...
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A lineup of historic EMT buses at the current EMT Museum in Madrid, showcasing various models including double-decker and single-decker buses in blue and red colors.

New EMT Bus Museum in Madrid to Highlight Historic Buses

A new EMT bus museum is set to open in Madrid, showcasing the city’s rich urban transport history. The museum will be built near Madrid ...
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Two people sharing a car ride, smiling and chatting inside a vehicle. The driver and passenger appear to be enjoying a BlaBlaCar ride, with navigation displayed on the car’s central console.

BlaBlaCar Records Nearly 1 Million Shared Trips in Spain

BlaBlaCar recorded more than 970,000 shared trips in Spain between July and September 2024, maintaining the same levels of activity as last year despite government ...
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View of Hassan Tower and the incomplete columns of the Hassan Mosque in Rabat, Morocco.

Fly from Spain to Morocco with Air Arabia’s 14 Euro Seat Promotion

Air Arabia has unveiled a special promotion, offering 500,000 seats starting at just 14 euros each way on direct flights from Spain to Morocco. This ...
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Aerial view of Barcelona El Prat Airport terminal with multiple aircraft parked at the gates.

Barcelona Airport Expansion Back on the Table as Government Changes

The long-debated expansion of Barcelona El Prat Airport is once again under consideration as Aena, the airport’s operator, sees a potential breakthrough following the change ...
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MSC Cruises and iryo Collaborate for Faster Port Access in Spain

MSC Cruises, one of the world’s largest cruise companies, has formed a strategic partnership with iryo, a private high-speed rail operator, to provide passengers with ...
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Renderings of IHG's three new hotels in Spain, including Hotel Indigo Gandia – Beach (top left), Vignette Collection Mallorca – Finca Banyols (bottom left), and Holiday Inn Express San Sebastian – Errenteria (right).

IHG Signs Four New Hotels in Spain

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has signed four new hotels in Spain, further expanding its footprint to nearly 13,000 rooms across the country. These signings ...
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