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Many people from Europe and the United States are looking to Costa Tropical as a new place for investing in real estate and relocating to. Every year more tourists are visiting the area and many who visit will often consider it as a retirement destination. There are several reasons why people might choose this location as a place to retire. For one, there is a great deal of sunshine and   Read More ...

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Mijas is a beautiful village in Southern Spain. It is a classic example of the pueblos blancos, whitewashed towns, in the Analucia region. The streets are narrow and the houses, the gorgeous white that stands perfect against any backdrop. In this case, the background is pine trees. However, the pueblo hosts some of the most amazing views of the Mediterranean, since it stands only 400 metres above the sea. Most   Read More ...

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British and Irish home buyers who fear they may lose out due to the insolvency of another Spanish developer have been given until the 2 December to register their claim with the Spanish authorities, says law firm DWF. Trampolin Hills Golf Resort SL, a company that sold hundreds of properties to British and Irish purchasers without having planning permission in place, has been forced into administration leaving 2,500 unfinished homes.   Read More ...

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For many people, living in Spain is a pleasant fantasy. They imagine the easy lifestyle, the coastal views, the beautiful palaces, the delicious regional cuisine, the afternoon siestas, and the long nights of clubbing with fashionable Spaniards. But living in Spain is quite different than visiting while on a cruise and stay holiday. For those interested in living in Spain, the first obstacle may be finding a job. Those from   Read More ...

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Spain offers some of the most varied hotels and lodgings in the world. There are seaside apartments in Malaga, modern condominiums in Madrid, rural farmhouses, and converted convents in Granada. As in many countries, hotels are rated by the national government on a scale of one to five stars, determined by the amenities provided, such as private, en-suite toilets, lifts, dining rooms, and air-conditioning. One and two stars denote that   Read More ...

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Festival lovers enjoy Spain, as it seems there is always an interesting one to see, such as a festival celebrating the season, a saint, a particular region or a religious holiday. In Brunol, in Valencia, ‘La Tomatina’ is not to be missed. Taking place in late August, this yearly tomato fight dates back to 1945 — and it has been celebrated ever since then on the last Wednesday of the   Read More ...

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Spain is one of the warmest countries in all of Europe. For most of Spain, the climate is Mediterranean, with dry summers, mild winters, and lots of sunshine. Spain gets an average of more than 3,000 hours of sunshine annually. July and August are the hottest months, with average high temperatures hovering around 32 C. degrees in Granada, in the south. In winter the average low temperatures are just above   Read More ...

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Spain is a mix of the old and the new; it is a place where rapid change is taking place in many ways. High-speed railways now cross its once remote terrains and there are tram networks in the larger towns and cities. Travelling around the country is now easier than ever before and tourism is a very important part of Spain’s economy. In this country, you will experience a certain   Read More ...

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La Coruña is the second largest seaport city in Spain. As one of the more popular cruise destinations in the country, La Coruña prides itself on having one of the longest seaside promenades in Europe. As cruise ships approach the port, they are welcomed by the 104 metre-high Hercules Tower, the only working Roman lighthouse in the world. They will dock in front of the Galerias de la Marina –   Read More ...

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