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Got a message from the Spanish Tax Agency asking for cryptocurrency payment? It is a scamThe AEAT has confirmed it never requests payments in cryptocurrency or asks for personal or financial information by email or SMS If you have received an email claiming to be from the Spanish Tax Agency (Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria.. 12/06/2026

Body found on Valencia beach linked to migrant boat tragedy off CartagenaThe Guardia Civil believes the remains may belong to one of 13 people still missing after a horrific 20-day journey at sea The lower half of a human body found on El Saler beach in Valencia on Wednesday June 10 is now believed to be linked to a migrant.. 11/06/2026

How much do you need to earn to be happy in Spain? Someone has actually worked it outA new study puts a surprisingly specific number on financial contentment, and the average Spaniard is still a long way short of it We all know money cannot buy happiness. But most of us would quietly admit that having enough of it makes life considerably.. 11/06/2026

Man arrested in Valencia after posing as hostel worker to assault three British womenA 32-year-old Tunisian national has been detained following two separate incidents at a hostel in Valencia's Camins al Grau area A man has been arrested in Valencia after allegedly posing as a member of staff at a hostel to gain the trust of three.. 11/06/2026

WhatsApp tricks most people don't know aboutFrom locking your chats to sending messages without saving a number, these simple tips will make the app work better for you Most of us use WhatsApp every day without ever really exploring what it can do. Whether you want to protect your privacy, keep.. 11/06/2026

Foreign buyers are reshaping the Alicante property market, and prices are rising with themNew research shows non-resident foreigners spend 60% more than Spaniards when buying property in the province, pushing coastal prices beyond the reach of many local residents If you have been watching property prices in the Alicante area and wondering.. 10/06/2026

Know a young person in Spain? There are big train and bus discounts coming this summerSpain's popular Summer Youth Programme is back for 2026, offering discounts of up to 90% on trains and buses for 18 to 30-year-olds from July 1 If you have children, grandchildren or young friends living in Spain, this is worth passing on. The Spanish.. 10/06/2026

Spain's pharmacies are finally ditching the box cutter and going digitalA new government decree marks the beginning of the end for the paper-based medicine coupon system that has cost pharmacies an estimated €80-90 million a year If you have ever collected a prescription at a Spanish pharmacy and noticed the staff carefully.. 10/06/2026

Your next drink at a Spanish bar is about to cost you 10 cents more from AugustA new EU-backed deposit scheme is coming to Spain and it affects every can and plastic bottle sold in bars, restaurants and shops From August 12, buying a can of beer, a bottle of water or a soft drink at a bar, restaurant, supermarket or shop in.. 10/06/2026

Spain to offer free condoms to young people as STI rates hit a ten-year highThe government will spend more than €9 million making contraception available through pharmacies for 16 to 22-year-olds from 2027 Spain recorded more than 93,000 sexually transmitted infections in 2024, the highest figure in over a decade, and the.. 09/06/2026

June 24 is is public holiday in Spain, but only in certain regionsOnly three autonomous communities in Spain celebrate the festivo of San Juan The shortest night of the year is almost here and if you're planning to mark it with a bonfire on the beach, you're in good company. The Feast of San Juan on Wednesday.. 08/06/2026

Costa Blanca targets Canadian golfers and wellness tourists as US travel dropsHigh-spending visitors from Canada stay 10-14 nights, spending double what Alicante currently collects Canadians are increasingly choosing Spain over the USA for their holidays, and the Costa Blanca is ready to capitalise on this shift. The latest Outbound.. 05/06/2026

Amazon Prime Day 2026 finally has dates in Spain and bargain hunters won't have long to waitFour days of exclusive discounts are coming later this month, with deals on everything from electronics to home essentials If you’ve been holding off on buying that new air fryer, laptop or summer gadget, Amazon has now confirmed exactly when Prime.. 05/06/2026

Are you overpaying for electricity in Spain? Gana Energía can helpBritish expats and holiday home owners across Spain are switching to a smarter energy deal and the process couldn't be simpler Moving to Spain or buying a holiday home here is a dream come true for thousands of British expats. But if there'.. 04/06/2026

Snake season is here: What to do if you spot one in SpainThe warmer weather brings snakes out of hiding, but most species found in Spain are harmless The horseshoe whip snake   As temperatures climb across Spain, there's one type of critter that becomes a lot more active and fills most people.. 02/06/2026

Caring for elderly relatives in Spain could unlock extra financial supportFrom monthly payments to pension protection and home adaptation grants, carers may be entitled to more help than they realise Looking after an elderly or dependent family member can place huge emotional and financial pressure on families, especially when.. 28/05/2026

Summer is on the way - here's exactly how much sunscreen you should be usingSpanish dermatologist reveals the “two finger rule” to avoid sunburn and protect your skin year round Summer is on the way and the sun is getting stronger, which means many of us are reaching for sunscreen more often. But are you really using.. 25/05/2026

Spain braces for first big heat of the summer as health officials issue warningFrom closing blinds at midday to old-school cooling tricks, traditional Spanish summer habits are making a comeback It may only be May, but parts of Spain are already preparing for temperatures above 30 degrees this weekend, with health authorities urging.. 22/05/2026

Why having a Will in Spain is essential for expatsElysium Wealth Advisors explains how a Spanish Will can protect your family and assets   Elysium Wealth Advisors explains how a Spanish Will can protect your family and assets. Find out more at https://t.co/uLKLb9G6pV or go to their website.. 15/05/2026

Your bank may be calling - but it could be a scam: Police warn over rising 'spoofing' fraud in SpainFraudsters are making calls appear genuine to trick victims into handing over banking details and security codes A worrying phone scam that makes calls look as though they are coming directly from your bank is continuing to spread in Spain, with Polic.. 11/05/2026