Most people reading this article will be looking for the biggest music festivals in Spain which feature some of the world’s most famous artists and bands. A wide range of musical genres can be encompassed in this section ranging from rock and electronic dance music to pop, hip-hop and more. …
Valencia has spent decades playing third fiddle to Barcelona and Madrid, and honestly, that’s worked rather well for it. Whilst those two cities deal with overtourism and eye-watering prices, Spain’s third-largest city has quietly got on with being brilliant – developing one of Europe’s most audacious architectural projects, maintaining proper …
Alicante is one of those Mediterranean cities that punches well above its weight. For years it played second fiddle to the package holiday resorts dotting the Costa Blanca, dismissed as just another beach town with an airport. But anyone who’s actually spent time here knows better. Perched beneath the towering …
The Valencia MotoGP, officially known as the Motul Grand Prix of the Valencian Community, traditionally closes the racing season. The 2026 edition is scheduled for 22nd November and maintains that position as the championship finale. The Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Cheste, roughly 20 kilometres west of Valencia city, has been …
Spain in August transforms into a festival hotspot, with celebrations filling streets across the country. La Tomatina brings thousands to Buñol for the world-famous tomato fight, whilst Sanlúcar de Barrameda’s beach horse races offer an elegant spectacle. From Madrid to small villages, August delivers Spain’s most dynamic festival atmosphere. Religious …
Joaquín Sorolla was one of Spain’s most celebrated artists who is renowned for his masterful use of light and colour. Best known for his luminous beach scenes and portraits, Sorolla’s work captured the vibrant energy of Mediterranean life. His ability to depict movement, atmosphere and sunlight with remarkable precision secured …
Among Spain’s myriad festivals, few capture the imagination like the Fallas Festival in Valencia. Held annually from March 15th to 19th, this UNESCO-recognized celebration is a dazzling fusion of art, fire and tradition. Visitors from around the globe flock to experience this extraordinary event, which transforms the city into an …
The October 2024 floods in Valencia were driven by an isolated high-altitude depression which caused catastrophic damage and loss of life across the region. Triggered by an unusual concentration of rain, up to 500mm in just eight hours in some areas, this intense weather system overwhelmed Valencia’s infrastructure which left …
There are Costa Blanca markets every day which usually operate from about 9/10am until about 2pm. You will find a wide range of goods on sale such as clothes, shoes, towels and blankets, ceramic pots and dishes to mention just a few. Prices do tend to be fixed and not …