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Celebrate Oktoberfest in Valencia: Beer, Music, and Food

Oktoberfest in Valencia is back, bringing an authentic Bavarian experience to the city with 11 days of traditional German beer, music, and food. For 11 ...
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Spain’s Tourism Employment Hits Historic High in 2024

Spain’s tourism employment hit a historic high in 2024 as the sector continues to surge in popularity among both international and local travelers. The industry’s ...
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A variety of gourmet burgers from Hundred Burgers in Valencia, featuring juicy beef patties, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh toppings on glossy brioche buns.

World’s Best Burger is in Valencia & Madrid, Not New York This Year

The world’s best burger can now be found in Valencia, Spain, according to the latest announcement from The World’s Best Burgers guide. For the first ...
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Spain Faces Second Largest West Nile Virus Outbreak with Rising Cases

Spain is experiencing its second-largest outbreak of the West Nile virus since it began tracking cases in humans in 2007. As of now, there have ...
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New Tourist Tax in Malaga Sparks Debate Among Holiday Rentals

A proposal for a new tourist tax in Malaga has sparked significant debate among holiday rental professionals. The tax, suggested by Malaga’s mayor Francisco de ...
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Passengers boarding a Ryanair plane on the tarmac at Valencia Airport, with a white airport service vehicle nearby.

Low-Cost Carriers Drive Foreign Tourism to Valencia

Foreign tourism in Valencia is thriving, thanks largely to the surge in low-cost airlines. Recent data from Turespaña reveals that 77% of international passengers arriving ...
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Passengers boarding a Renfe high-speed train at a station in Spain.

Renfe’s Youth Program Hits Two Million Tickets Sold in 2024

Renfe’s Verano Joven program, designed to offer discounted travel for young people between the ages of 18 and 30, has achieved remarkable success in 2024, ...
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Interior view of Madrid’s Puerta de Atocha train station featuring lush indoor greenery, seating areas, and bustling crowds.

Electrical Fault Disrupts Madrid’s High-Speed Railways

A new electrical fault at Madrid’s Chamartín station has thrown high-speed rail services into disarray once again, causing significant delays for passengers traveling to and ...
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A stunning view of Xàbia’s coastline with turquoise waters and rocky cliffs, dotted with several small boats anchored near the shore. The cliffs are covered in lush greenery, with a few white-washed houses perched on top, offering a picturesque scene under a clear blue sky.

Low-Cost Boat Rentals Drive Nautical Tourism Surge in Xàbia

The azure waters of Xàbia, a coastal gem in the Valencian region, are bustling like never before. This surge in activity is largely driven by ...
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Puerta de Alcala in Madrid

Spain’s Car Fleet Gets Older: Urgent Need for Electrification and Renewal

The average age of cars on Spain’s roads continues to climb, reaching 14.2 years in 2023. This is according to the latest report from the ...
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Valencian Hotels See Historic Highs in Occupancy and Revenue in 2024

Valencia’s hotel industry is celebrating an exceptional year as foreign tourism drives occupancy rates to historic highs. According to Hosbec, the hotel industry association, hotels ...
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red dressed woman tourist visits Barcelona's Park Guell, holding a Spanish flag in a sunny warm day

Spain’s Tourism Hits 42.5 Million in H1 2024, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels

Spain’s tourism industry has rebounded with remarkable strength in 2024, as the country welcomed 42.5 million tourists in the first half of the year. This ...
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Scenic view of the historic town of Guadalupe in Cáceres Province, Spain, featuring a medieval monastery and traditional Spanish architecture set against a backdrop of lush green hills.

Cáceres to Host TURESPAÑA’s Prestigious 2025 Convention

The Spanish city of Cáceres has been selected as the host for the V TURESPAÑA Convention in 2025, a decision that highlights the growing recognition ...
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Greenpeace Records 63ºC in Madrid

Greenpeace has recorded temperatures as high as 63.5ºC in Madrid’s iconic Plaza Mayor, bringing attention to the escalating heat crisis in Spain’s capital. Using thermal ...
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Beachfront apartments and villas along the coast of Palma de Mallorca with beachgoers enjoying the sandy shore

Spanish Coastal Rentals Almost Fully Booked for August

Looking for a beachside holiday home in Spain this August? You might need to act fast! According to Idealista, a leading property portal, a whopping ...
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Green light UFO sighting near the moon in the sky over Es Vedrà, Ibiza.

Green Light in Ibiza Skies: UFO or Illusion?

Visitors at the picturesque viewpoint of Cala d’Hort in Ibiza were in for an unexpected surprise recently when a mysterious green light appeared in the ...
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Renfe

High-Speed Rail in Spain Sees Record Usage in 2023

High-speed rail in Spain experienced unprecedented growth in 2023, with over 32.4 million travelers utilizing this efficient mode of transportation. This represents a remarkable 37% ...
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Madrid

Hotel Stays Surge to Record Highs in Spain

Spain hotel stays have surged to record highs in the first half of the year, marking an extraordinary increase of 7.5% compared to the same ...
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Renfe Avlo train

Discover Asturias with Renfe’s New Budget-Friendly Avlo Trains

Renfe’s Avlo trains offer a budget-friendly travel option for those looking to discover Asturias. The launch of these new services includes S106 trains with increased ...
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amstel sandwich competiton 2023

Som Esmorzados: Amstel’s Competition Unveils Valencia’s Top Bar Snacks

Amstel’s competition, Som Esmorzados, is back, showcasing the Taste of Valencia with its hunt for the top bar snacks. This event, celebrated annually, invites over ...
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