REGION OF VALENCIA

What to do with all that water dripping from your air conditioning unitIt's not for drinking, but it turns out that AC water is handy for all sorts of other things Most people have their air-conditioning unit cranked up to the max at the moment, so you’ll probably have noticed the steady drip of water it produces.. 14/07/2026

Spain launches a new crackdown on drink and drug driving this week, and the numbers behind it make sobering readingAlcohol was present in 28% of all traffic accidents in 2024, and deaths involving drunk drivers rose 9% in a single year The DGT has launched a new week-long campaign targeting alcohol and drug use behind the wheel, running from Monday until Sunday July.. 14/07/2026

First case of West Nile virus this year confirmed in AlicanteCosta Blanca health officials say most cases occur between July and September when mosquito activity peaks Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus   Health officials in the Valencian Community have confirmed the first case of West Nile virus.. 14/07/2026

Yes, the Spanish Christmas Lottery is already on sale and yes, it really is only JulyWith 162 days to go until the December 22 draw, tickets are already flying and this year's adverts are already turning heads People always say Christmas comes earlier every year, and here in Spain they might actually have a point. It's only Monday.. 13/07/2026

Summer of 2026 in Spain set to be the most expensive on record for cooling your homeHouseholds across Spain are feeling the pinch as air conditioning use collides with record electricity prices Staying cool this summer is costing Spanish households more than ever before. Back to back heatwaves have pushed demand for air conditioning.. 13/07/2026

Spain's wildfires have already burned through more than 50,000 hectares this year, nearly 40% of the entire EU totalWith multiple blazes still active across Catalonia, Cádiz and Huelva, the scale of the crisis is growing by the day Spain is burning, and the numbers are stark. Wildfires have scorched 50,384 hectares across the country between January 1 and July.. 10/07/2026

New EU travel permit for Brits pushed back againThe €20 pre-travel authorisation for non-EU visitors is now unlikely to launch before 2027 For months, British travellers heading to Spain and other EU countries have been preparing for a series of new border controls. First came the Entry/Exit System.. 10/07/2026

Sorry to spoil it, but that cold caña is actually making you hotterSpanish nutritionists are urging people to rethink their summer drinking habits as temperatures soar across the country There are few things more tempting on a sweltering Spanish afternoon than a cheeky caña straight from the fridge. Ice cold.. 10/07/2026

Spain's sick leave bill has tripled in a decade and now costs an estimated €33 billion a yearThe number of episodes has risen 84% since 2017, mental health cases are the fastest growing category, and the debate about what is driving it has become deeply political Spain's sick leave problem has landed firmly in the political spotlight. Opposition.. 10/07/2026

The best places in Spain to experience the 2026 total solar eclipseMillions will look skyward on August 12 as Spain experiences its first total solar eclipse in more than a century On August 12, 2026, Spain will become one of the most sought-after destinations on the planet for eclipse chasers.   For the.. 09/07/2026

There could be a bird's nest hidden in the sand right where you're about to put your towel downThe Kentish plover nests on Spanish beaches between March and August, and its eggs are almost impossible to spot. Here's what to do if you find one Every summer, while beachgoers are busy settling in for a day in the sun, a small and rather remarkable.. 08/07/2026

Airlines tighten rules for travelling to and from Spain with petsMissing paperwork could mean your furry friend is denied boarding this summer Anyone planning to fly with a pet this summer would be wise to check the small print first, as poor planning and unfamiliarity with airline rules are increasingly leaving.. 08/07/2026

Why trusting the doctor is essential for health Medical professionals are indispensable figures in society, as they improve people’s quality of life. They do not only treat illnesses, but also listen to their patients, accompany them and provide support throughout all stages of their lives.. 08/07/2026

Everything you need to know about San Fermín, Spain's most thrilling and controversial festival, as 2026 gets under wayFrom its religious roots and Hemingway's legacy to a lightning-fast opening bull run and a tragic death on the first night Every year on July 6, something remarkable happens in the northern Spanish city of Pamplona. A rocket fires into the sky, tens.. 07/07/2026

Taking the train in Spain this summer? Here's what you're owed if it's late or cancelledKnowing your rights before you travel could save you money, so it's worth a few minutes of your time Summer is here and plenty of people are already on the move, with trains one of the most popular ways to get around Spain during the holiday season.. 07/07/2026

Today Earth is at its farthest point from the Sun. So why is Spain sweltering?The planet reaches aphelion on Monday July 6, a cosmically counterintuitive moment that coincides with temperatures pushing well above 40°C across parts of the country Here's a fact that sounds like it belongs in a pub quiz rather than real life.. 06/07/2026

Most migrants regularised under Spain's new scheme could hold a Spanish passport within two yearsTwo thirds of applicants come from Latin American countries, where a faster route to citizenship cuts the usual waiting time from ten years to just two For many of the nearly one and a quarter million people who applied to legalise their immigration.. 06/07/2026

Spain's heat death toll is rising again as a second heatwave takes hold across the country153 deaths have already been recorded in the first days of July, with temperatures expected to exceed 42 degrees across much of the peninsula this week Spain is barely a week into July and the heat is already killing people. A second heatwave officially.. 06/07/2026

Spain set to raise VAT on holiday homes to 21% under new housing planTourist rental tax could jump considerably as Spain struggles to tackle the housing crisis  The Spanish government is set to bring a new package of housing measures before the Council of Ministers in July, with one change likely to catch the attention.. 03/07/2026

Buying from Shein or Temu just got a little more expensive as the EU's new parcel tax kicks in tomorrowA €3 customs charge on small packages from outside the bloc came into force on Wednesday July 1, targeting the flood of cheap imports from China If you have ever ordered something in Spain or elsewhere, from Temu, Shein or AliExpress and marvelled.. 03/07/2026