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Valencia Begins Work to Protect Its Famous Centenary Ficus in the Jardines de la Glorieta

Valencia Begins Work to Protect Its Famous Centenary Ficus in the Jardines de la Glorieta

Planted in 1852 after gardeners mistook it for a magnolia, one of the city's most photographed trees is being given more room for its roots, new lighting, and two accessibility ramps over three months

Spain's 2026 Summer Sales Start Early: When Mango, Zara, H&M, and El Corte Inglés Cut Prices

Spain's 2026 Summer Sales Start Early: When Mango, Zara, H&M, and El Corte Inglés Cut Prices

Most major clothing chains launch discounts in the last week of June, with Mango and H&M starting on 22 June, Inditex brands online on 24 June, and El Corte Inglés on 26 June

Sangria vs Tinto de Verano: Why Valencia's Locals and Tourists Drink Different Reds

Sangria vs Tinto de Verano: Why Valencia's Locals and Tourists Drink Different Reds

They look like twins — red wine, ice, and fruit — but sangria and tinto de verano have completely different recipes, prices, and characters. Here's how to tell them apart, with two recipes to make at home

Wizz Air Tops Europe's Cheapest Airlines for a Third Year as Ryanair Sees Steepest Drop

Wizz Air Tops Europe's Cheapest Airlines for a Third Year as Ryanair Sees Steepest Drop

AirAdvisor's study of 23 European carriers puts Wizz Air's cost per passenger-kilometre at 4.33 cents, against 32 cents for Norway's Widerøe — a gap that could mean up to €350 in savings per flight

Wine, Cava, and Craft Beer: The 36th PROAVA Festival Returns to Valencia’s Turia Gardens

Wine, Cava, and Craft Beer: The 36th PROAVA Festival Returns to Valencia’s Turia Gardens

From 9 to 13 April, the iconic riverbed transforms into a gastronomic hub featuring the finest local produce, live music, and a special tribute to Requena

Gourmet Marathon: Las Vegas Resident Sets World Record Visiting 28 Michelin Restaurants in 24 Hours

Gourmet Marathon: Las Vegas Resident Sets World Record Visiting 28 Michelin Restaurants in 24 Hours

Joshua Fyksen reclaimed his Guinness World Record after a whirlwind tour of New York’s finest dining rooms, from Brooklyn to Manhattan

Spain Dominates Lonely Planet’s 20 Best Beaches in Europe for 2026

Spain Dominates Lonely Planet’s 20 Best Beaches in Europe for 2026

Formentera’s Playa de Ses Illetes takes the crown as Spain’s top coastal gem, alongside stunning locations in Menorca, Mallorca, and Galicia

Top 25 Highest-Paying Jobs in Spain: Veterinarians and Medics Lead the 2026 Rankings

Top 25 Highest-Paying Jobs in Spain: Veterinarians and Medics Lead the 2026 Rankings

A new report by InfoJobs and Esade reveals that a shortage of medical staff has pushed salaries for vets and specialists to the top of the national labour market

Champagne, Concept Art, and Conspiracy Theories: Inside the Exclusive Opening of La Cotorra Gallery

Champagne, Concept Art, and Conspiracy Theories: Inside the Exclusive Opening of La Cotorra Gallery

Valencia's scene receives a high-octane upgrade as the city’s newest art hub debuts

Travelling with Pets in Europe: EU Toughens Rules and Fines from 22 April

Travelling with Pets in Europe: EU Toughens Rules and Fines from 22 April

Spain faces strict enforcement of animal identification laws, with potential fines reaching €200,000 for serious non-compliance

Spain’s Best Burger 2026: Galicia Dominates the 6th National Burger Championship

Spain’s Best Burger 2026: Galicia Dominates the 6th National Burger Championship

Ourense’s "SaboRosa" takes the top prize with a tribute to Galician flavours, followed by Santiago de Compostela and a gold-leafed contender from Valencia

The Cross and the Smartphone: The Paradoxes of Spanish Faith in the 21st Century

The Cross and the Smartphone: The Paradoxes of Spanish Faith in the 21st Century

As Spain secularises at record speed, a new "cool Catholicism" led by influencers and pop stars like Rosalía is reinventing ancient traditions for the Gen Z era

Valencia Court Orders Compensation for Residents Over Noise at City of Arts and Sciences

Valencia Court Orders Compensation for Residents Over Noise at City of Arts and Sciences

A landmark ruling awards €138,000 to neighbours and threatens the future of major festivals like Les Arts and Big Sound in the iconic district

Trump Administration Orders Investigation into the Death of Noelia Castillo

Trump Administration Orders Investigation into the Death of Noelia Castillo

A leaked diplomatic cable reveals US concerns over human rights and Spain’s euthanasia laws, sparking a fierce backlash from Spanish health officials

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