Interesting and useful information about Spain

Split view of a Spanish whitewashed village on the left and a Portuguese tiled building on the right with the sea in the background

Spain vs Portugal: Where to Buy Property in 2026?

10.07.2026

A comprehensive head-to-head comparison of buying property in Spain versus Portugal in 2026 — covering prices, taxes, golden visas, cost of living, rental yields, and quality of life to help you decide which Iberian country is the better investment.

Spanish motorway with road signs showing directions to cities, a RENFE train in the background

Transport in Spain: Car, Train, or Bus? Complete Guide

09.07.2026

Do you need a car in Spain? How to buy, import, or insure one. Plus trains, buses, budget flights, and the towns where you can live without wheels. Practical transport guide for expats and property buyers.

Spanish notary office with documents, bank cheques, and property keys on a polished wooden desk during a signing ceremony

Escritura de Compraventa: The Notary Signing Day in Spain

07.07.2026

Everything you need to know about the escritura signing — from bank cheques and sworn interpreters to what happens after the notary reads every word aloud. A complete guide to completing your Spanish property purchase.

Map of Spain showing different climate zones from green north to arid south

Climate in Spain by Region: What to Really Expect

05.07.2026

Spain has 13 different climate zones — not all sunshine and sangria. Honest breakdown of temperatures, rainfall, DANA floods, heating costs, and the best climate for your health, region by region.

Spanish Guardia Civil patrol car on a coastal road in southern Spain

Safety in Spain: Crime Statistics and Reality for Expats

04.07.2026

An honest, data-driven look at crime rates in Spain compared to Europe, the safest regions, property crime realities on the costas, police forces, emergency numbers, and practical tips for staying safe as a foreign resident.

Lo Pagán seafront promenade overlooking the Mar Menor lagoon at sunset

San Pedro del Pinatar and Lo Pagán: Mar Menor's Hidden Gems

02.07.2026

Discover San Pedro del Pinatar and Lo Pagán — where therapeutic mud baths, Europe's largest saltwater lagoon, flamingo-filled salt flats, and remarkably affordable property create one of Murcia's most compelling coastal opportunities.

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