Mary Reid considers herself proudly British, and yet after 14 years in Spain creating a life, a career and a family, the time has come for her to switch allegiance.
Moving abroad offers an exciting opportunity to live a happier and healthier life. But how can you make sure that you’re enjoying the experience to its fullest? That’s where practising mindfulness can help.
Garrett Fisher discovered that Spain is far superior to Germany when it comes to adventures in an antique airplane.
Forget flying! The best way to see Europe is via bus and rail. Oh, and it’s usually cheaper and often faster than taking to the skies. The Local rounds up some top tips for planning your next European adventure.
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It goes without saying that summer is the busiest time for travel in Spain, and strikes called by airport and rail staff aren't going to make it any easier.
Malta may be a small island but size can be deceiving. From an entire ‘village’ full of cats to a neolithic necropolis, there’s much more to Malta than meets the eye.
If you thought summer in Madrid was already bad enough. Just wait until 2050.
European Commission president nominee Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday she would support delaying Britain's exit from the EU beyond an October 31 deadline if necessary.
With just over a week before a parliamentary vote on his investiture, Spain's acting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is struggling to win support from other parties to form a new government and avoid fresh elections.
Come rain or shine, everyone likes to talk about the weather. And the Spanish have dozens of ways to complain about a heatwave.
No-one celebrates midsummer with quite the same flair and diversity as Spain where every region has it’s distinct traditions.
Today’s Word of the day is aire and is really similar to the English noun air, however it can mean various things when you use it in Spanish with other words or in phrases.
Spain's central government said Tuesday it has asked a court to order Catalonia to close three offices representing the separatist-minded region's interests abroad.
Chilled, refreshing, and delicious, a bowl of gazpacho is a must during Spain's sizzling summer months.
Madrid Orgullo is back for another year of celebration, liberation and rainbows, with a lively programme of concerts, competitions and community events set to take place throughout the city.
Spain votes in local, regional and European elections on Sunday seen as a "second round" for acting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez as he seeks to form a new government and gain influence in the EU.
When the bull collapses and dies in front of the matador, silence descends on Madrid's bullfighting ring, a "ritual" that its French manager Simon Casas vigorously defends in an increasingly conflictive climate.
The Supreme Court refuted a previous aquittal and sentenced the five men involved in the Pamplona attack to 15 years jail time for rape.
How do you keep your cool in the Spanish summer?
Is working Spaniards' traditional mid-morning break at the bar under threat?
The Spanish Costas might have a reputation for being "Little Britain" in the sun given the number of UK nationals living there but some British residents argue the stereotype is unfair and that many Brits are well integrated in the Spanish way of life.
Tempted to run with the bulls at Pamplona? Then you need some expert advice...
This is everything you need to know to mentally prepare you for the school year ahead!
Activists and locals in the Spanish holiday island of Mallorca on Tuesday launched a campaign asking for fewer cruise ships.
Gonorrhoea, syphilis and chlamydia are on the rise in Spain.
Ice cold, refreshing and a delicious alternative to gazpacho. Here is how to make Andalusian white garlic soup.
