Other Spain
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This is how you celebrate Christmas in Spain - Christmas gift distribution on the Epiphany and grapes on New Year's
The Christmas celebration in Spain is very extensive and is surrounded by a lot of celebration and strong traditions. Europe's biggest lottery, the Spanish Christmas lottery, on December 22 can be said to be the starting point for the Spanish celebration of Christmas. Christmas Eve is a weekday in Spain, but people rarely work all day. The Christmas meal is eaten late at around nine or ten on…
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About renting out your home in Spain - that's how much you can expect to earn
We have had many clients who asked us about the possibilities for renting out their home in Spain. Most brokers, booking companies, etc. tend to want low with these numbers because there are never any guarantees. However, we thought it would be appropriate to shed some light on this by…
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Rent a car in Spain - tips on reliable car rental companies
Thousands of Swedes annually choose to experience Spain with a rental car. It is easy to understand why. Cruising quietly along, for example, Andalusia's winding dirt roads through white villages, cultural cities, diverse nature with avocado plantations, banana trees and olive groves, rocky mountains and gentle hills, with the sea as a constant companion, is an experience in itself. However, do not limit yourself…
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Spanish housing market in 2024 (after the crisis)
The crisis years began in 2007, and it was a few long years before both ordinary Spaniards and foreigners started buying homes again (however, investors bought in principle immediately during the downturn). However, interest in the Spanish housing market got off to an explosive start already in the first half of 2014 and sales have more or less gone straight up since then, but…
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Facts about Spain - as well as an overview of Spain, from north to south
Spain is a very large country, with a long and varied history, and the different provinces are very, very different from each other in terms of culture, history, nature, architecture, food and in some cases even language. We begin this article with a brief summary of its history and an area guide to…
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General changes in tax laws Spain
Below an article about general changes in tax laws Spain, and at the bottom of the article you will find tax laws and tax rates specifically related to Andalucia as this is the area of greatest interest to international and Swedish investors. So what are the new benefits of living in Andalusia now? General changes in tax laws Spain 2023…
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Costa del Sol - guide to things to do, weather etc. on the Spanish Costa del Sol
The Costa del Sol, or Spanish Coast of the Sun, is an approximately 30 mile long coastal strip in Andalusia. The area stretches from the Rocks of Gibraltar to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Costa del Sol is extremely popular with Europeans in general, and Nordics in particular. This can be explained by the area's relaxed mentality, its superb climate (over 300 sunny days per year), and beautiful surroundings…
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Torrox Costa - guide to one of the world's healthiest cities
Torrox Costa, on the Costa del Sol, is a settlement with ancient origins, and even today clear traces of the Romans and Moors remain. The Torrox area consists of two distinctive central towns, precisely Torrox Costa, which today is the more modern coastal resort with all that that means in terms of facilities and infrastructure. The other town 4 kilometers up towards the interior…
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Mother's Day in Spain
Mother's Day is one of the most popular holidays in Spain and "el día de madre" is always celebrated on the first Sunday in May (in Sweden, as you know, we celebrate it on the last Sunday in May). It is no coincidence that the month of May in Spain is also dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus. Gifts the Spanish usually give their mother…
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Andalusia - guide to the most beautiful region in Spain
Andalusia, or Andalucia in Spanish, is a fascinating province located in southern Spain. This is where Spanish legends such as Don Juan and Carmen originated. And it was in Andalusia that the shepherd Santiago's story began and ended in Paulo Coelho's world-famous novel "The Alchemist". The province has a central place in the Spanish soul, and it is in…
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Valentine's Day gift? Tips for a romantic Spanish city and how the Spanish celebrate
All Hearts Day falls in the year 2024 on Wednesday, February 14. About 60 percent of all Swedes now celebrate this holiday and most have no idea what to buy, except for a tulip or two. However, travel always works very well. Just before the pandemic, records were broken for booking trips as gifts. The…
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Celebrating Easter in Spain is an experience in itself
Easter is a very important holiday in Spain and most people are off all Easter week (Semana Santa). Many Catholics fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. On Ash Wednesday, a cross is made from ashes and placed in the pan. This is a way of asking God for forgiveness for one's sins. On Palm Sunday morning, most people visit…
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Bank repossessed apartments and houses across Spain - get access to bank properties before everyone else!
In February 2014, Spanska Fastigheter signed a unique contract with Spain's second largest bank, the nationwide and well-reputed bank CaixaBank. We became the first broker to be awarded the International Brokers License. [Update 2020, after the Corona crisis, about bank repossession. The market for bank properties is basically dead as the most attractive homes sold out a long time ago, and…
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Benalmádena - guide to sights and beaches etc.
Travel guide to Benalmádena - a destination for the whole family Benalmedena is a city in southern Spain located 11 km west of Malaga, between the cities of Torremolinos and Fuengirola. Benalmadena is divided into three different parts. Benalmadena Pueblo is part of the original, typically Andalusian, village and located in the mountains, Benalmadena Costa is the city's…
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Guide to Salobrena on the Spanish Costa Tropical
Travel guide Salobrena - Spain Salobrena is a charming, typical Spanish village on the Costa Tropical (also called the Granada coast). Read more about Costa Tropical. This coastal city is located in southern Spain, 400 kilometers south of the capital Madrid itself. Here you are welcomed by approx. 12,400 inhabitants, a varied climate, beautiful nature and good food culture. In just 45 minutes you can…
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Last minute trip to Spain - find cheap holiday
Last minute trips to Spain (or other countries) are not as widespread a phenomenon as they were a few years ago. Back then, round trips were really cheap, and many people even made it a point to go out, for example, to Arlanda and get on the first best round trip with the destination the sun. Such a journey…
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Changing your holiday home in Spain - changing homes abroad is becoming increasingly popular
A cheap and exciting alternative to renting a home in Spain or other places abroad is to do a so-called home exchange. The biggest in Sweden for exchanging holiday homes is Hembyte.nu. They broker over 250,000 vacation home exchanges per year, and have over 40,000 houses and apartments (and even RVs and…
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Buying an apartment in Spain can be a good investment. Smaller apartments are the best investment
Have you always dreamed of buying an apartment in Spain? Many people think it is too much work to take care of a house and it is a convenient solution to get an apartment instead. Buying an apartment in southern Spain can also be a very good investment. Many people buy an apartment and rent it out for several years, and when…
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Apartment in Nou Barris - Barcelona - Barcinova district
Nou Barris in Barcelona grew strongly at the end of the 20th century. The area is a mix of different nationalities and demographics. In recent times, Nou Barris has undergone major improvements in infrastructure, with more green spaces etc. The area mainly attracts those who want to live in a quieter area, with a reasonable distance to the center of Barcelona.…
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Apartment and house in Sitges
We have previously written that the housing market in Sitges is very hot. Update 2021! We are getting new development close to the beach in Sitges in 2021. Large apartments, 2-3 bedrooms. Write to info@spanskafastigheter.se for advance information. Spectacularly designed apartment with large terrace and sea view 3 bathrooms2 bedrooms121 m2146 m2 plotNear the seaPrice: €590000 Reference: SFTerramar info@spanskafastigheter.se 2 double rooms and a single room.…
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Apartment with sea view for sale in Sitges
Apartment with sea view just outside Sitges with large terrace and shared pool. The location makes it a perfect object for both vacation and rental Beautiful apartment with a fantastic panoramic view of the sea. This apartment, due to its location, is the perfect choice for those who like to enjoy the proximity of forest and sea. First…
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Moving to Barcelona? Bet on bank repossessed apartments in the suburbs
Barcelona is one of the world's most vibrant metropolitan areas and its combination of vibrant city life, beaches, history and futuristic spirit make it a very fascinating place. However, due to these reasons, the prices of housing here are generally very high. Guide to Barcelona. Despite this, the city is in the top 10 for searches from Sweden in the category…
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Guide to Palma city - Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is the capital of the island of the same name and the regional capital of the Balearic Islands. The city, which today has close to 300,000 inhabitants, is a classic holiday resort that, among other things, we Swedes have been visiting for close to 60 years. The first charter flight from Sweden to Mallorca actually landed already in 1955. Read more about cheap flights to…
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Houses and apartments for sale in Cadiz
The city of Nerja (belonging to the province of Malaga) in Andalusia is currently the hottest place to buy a home for Scandinavians. However, the supply is quickly running out in the city while nothing new is being built. Prices therefore rise quickly. So, where in Andalucia should anyone who is not willing to pay at least 1.5 million…
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Golf trip to Spain - Costa del Sol is a delight for those who love golf!
Spain is more than its interesting history, culture, exciting food and a safe place in the sun to relax! Spain is also an excellent destination for golf holidays. Spain in general and the Costa del Sol in particular offer a variety of golf courses which in the vast majority of cases are of very high quality. And missing…