Other Spain
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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 week (Semana Santa). Many Catholics fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. On Ash Wednesday people make a cross out of ashes and place it on their forehead. This is a way of asking God for forgiveness for their sins. On Palm Sunday morning, most people visit
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Torrox Costa – guide to one of the world's healthiest cities
Torrox Costa, on Costa del Sol, is a settlement with ancient origins, and even today there are clear traces of the Romans and Moors. Interest in Torrox continues to increase. The municipality has grown steadily in recent years – from 19,997 inhabitants in 2022 to have exceeded 22,000 at the beginning of 2026. The mayor of Torrox, Óscar Medina,
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Spanish housing market 2026
The crisis years began in 2007, and it was a few long years before both ordinary Spaniards and foreigners started buying homes again (investors, however, 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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Rent a car in Spain - tips on reliable car rental companies
Thousands of Swedes choose to experience Spain by rental car every year. It's easy to understand why. Cruising along, for example, Andalusia's winding gravel roads through white villages, cultural cities, varied 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, don't limit yourself
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Valentine's Day gift? Tips for a romantic Spanish city and how the Spaniards celebrate
When Spain was part of the Roman Empire, Lupercalia, the fertility god, was celebrated on February 15. The tradition of celebrating the first arrival of spring, preparing for the spring harvest in mid-February, dates back even further than the Roman Empire. In mid-February, the very first spring was celebrated by preparing for the sowing and paying homage to
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How to celebrate Christmas in Spain – Christmas gift giving on Epiphany and grapes on New Year's
Christmas celebrations in Spain are very extensive and are surrounded by a lot of partying and strong traditions. Europe's largest lottery, the Spanish Christmas Lottery, on December 22 can be said to be the starting point for the Spanish celebration of the Christmas holiday. Christmas Eve is a weekday in Spain, but people rarely work all day. Christmas dinner is eaten late, at around nine or ten o'clock in the evening.
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About renting out your home in Spain – this is how much you can expect to earn
We have had many clients ask us about the possibilities for renting out their home in Spain. Most real estate agents, booking agencies etc. tend to be down on these figures as there are never any guarantees. However, we thought it would be appropriate to shed some light on this by
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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 in many ways very different from each other in terms of culture, history, nature, architecture, food and in some cases even language. We start 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 is 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 Andalusia 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. in Spanish Costa Del Sol
Costa del Sol, or Spanish Costa Del Sol , is a 300-mile-long coastal strip in Andalusia. The area stretches from the Rocks Gibraltarto Sierra Nevadamountains. Costa del Sol is immensely popular among Europeans in general, and Nordics in particular. This can be explained by the area's relaxed mentality, its superb climate (over 300 days of sunshine per year), and beautiful surroundings.
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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 we celebrate 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 Spaniards usually give their mothers
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Andalusia – guide to the most beautiful region in Spain
Andalusia, or Andalucia in Spanish, is a fascinating province located in the south of Spain. It is here that Spanish legends such as Don Juan and Carmen originated. And it was in Andalusia that the story of the shepherd Santiago began and ended in Paulo Coelho's world-famous novel "The Alchemist". The province holds a central place in the Spanish folk soul, and it is in
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Bank-repossessed apartments and houses all over Spain – get access to bank repossession before anyone 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 an International Brokers License. [Update 2020, after the Corona crisis, on bank repossession . The market for bank repossession is basically dead as the most attractive homes sold out long ago, and
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Benalmádena – guide to attractions and beaches etc.
Travel Guide to Benalmádena – a destination for the whole family Benalmedena is a town 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 the part that belongs to the original, typically Andalusian, village and is located in the mountains, Benalmadena Costa is the town'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 Costa Tropical (also known asGranadaCoast). Read more about Costa Tropical. This coastal town is located in southern Spain, 400 kilometers south of the capital Madrid. Here you are welcomed by approximately 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 a 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, travel was really cheap, and many people even made it a point to go to Arlanda, for example, and take the first available trip to the sun. Such a trip
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Swapping holiday homes in Spain – home swapping 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 largest in Sweden for exchanging holiday homes is Hembyte.nu. They mediate over 250,000 exchanges of holiday homes per year, and have over 40,000 houses and apartments (and even mobile homes 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 find it too much work to maintain 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 neighborhood
Nou Barris in Barcelona grew rapidly in the late 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 Barcelona town center .
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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 in close to the beach new development in Sitges during 2021. Large apartments, 2-3 bedrooms. Write to info@spanskafastigheter.se for advance information. Spectacularly designed apartment with large terrace and sea view 3 bathrooms sqm bedrooms 121 sqm 146 sqm plot Near the sea Price: €590,000 Reference : SFTerramar info@spanskafastigheter.se 2 double bedrooms and a single bedroom.
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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 listing for both holidays and rentals Beautiful apartment with fantastic panoramic view over the sea. This apartment, due to its location, is the perfect choice for those who like to enjoy the proximity of the forest and the sea. First
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Moving to Barcelona? Bet on bank-repossessed apartments on the outskirts
Barcelona is one of the world's most vibrant metropolitan areas and its combination of vibrant city life, beaches, history and futuristic spirit makes it a very fascinating place. However, for these reasons, housing prices here are generally very high. Guide to Barcelona. Despite this, the city is top 10 in 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 nearly 300,000 inhabitants, is a classic holiday resort that we Swedes, among others, have visited for almost 60 years. The first charter flight from Sweden to Mallorca actually landed in 1955. Read more about cheap flights to
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Houses and apartments for sale in Cadiz
The city Nerja (belonging to the province of Malaga) in Andalusia is currently the hottest place to buy a home for Scandinavians. However, the supply is rapidly running out in the city at the same time as nothing new is being built. Prices are therefore rising rapidly. So, where in Andalusia should someone who is not willing to pay at least 1.5 million
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A 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 Costa del Sol in particular offers a variety of golf courses that are in most cases of very high quality. And is it not