The Spanish Land Registry or ‘Registro de la Propiedad’ is the official record of Spanish landowners. It includes information about who owns a property and what charges or fees might be held against it. In this article we explain about its importance and how you can access it:

Making a Spanish Will makes the inheritance process easier when you die. In this article we explain why it is important whether you are resident or non-resident:

Members of ÁbacoClub have been meeting up again, this time their outing took them to Monóvar where they enjoyed some wine tasting at the Bodega Santa Catalina Del Mañan. It’s a family-owned vineyard and the day out included tasting new wines, hearing anecdotes from Raquel and being introduced to the Mary Rose wine. Remember to keep an eye out for other planned excursions:

To see the bodega’s own website:

Bodega Santa Catalina del Mañán 

Europe’s Entry/ Exit System (EES) has now been launched in Spain. Read our article about its introduction and what it means for those entering and leaving the country:

The first check point was implemented in Madrid’s Barajas Airport and is now also functioning in Malaga-Costa del Sol. It’s been published that Alicante-Elche will follow from October 27th and Barcelona-El Prat. The Olive Press provides more details about planned start dates:

Segovia is a historic city in the region of Castilla Leon. It is home to a wealth of landmarks which David Ruiz introduces us to. Like many cities in Spain it owes its rich heritage to a range of cultures and religions which you can still see in evidence today. Take a tour of what’s to see and consider Segovia as worthy of a visit or even to live there:

The increase in rental charges for property in Spain is of major current concern for those looking for a property but also those watching the economy and social situation in general. But the picture isn’t the same across the country with some cities, typically Barcelona and Madrid, commanding huge monthly payments and others coming in surprisingly cheaply. To get an idea of where to rent that won’t blow your budget read this article:

The Rising Rental Gap In Spain: Where Affordability Varies Wildly 

And if you do find a property to rent at the right price then it’s worth reading through Health Plan Spain’s article. It guides you through how to find one, what the rental agreement is, options on paying the rent and what else you can be expected to pay:

It’s not only about knowing how much a property is on the market for, it’s also about how much it actually fetches. This is something that isn’t readily available in Spain but would be useful for many people interested in the housing market. Now, Mark Stucklin from Spanish Property Insight explains how Notaries are taking steps towards this information being available:

If you are thinking of buying a property in Spain but are holding back because of concern about a 100% tax – then you might need to reconsider. As this article from A Place in the Sun explains, not only is there no sign of this tax being put into place at the yet but house prices are increasing quickly. Hesitating too long could mean missing out on your dream:

In January 2026 a new requirement comes into force for cars to carry the V-16 emergency beacon. As part of new DGT safety rules a light that you place on the roof of your car will replace the warning triangle that you had to carry previously:

There have been some concerns about the combustibility of the beacons and do check when purchasing one that it is a properly approved model:

Nothing is in place yet, but EuroWeekly explains what’s under discussion when it comes to older drivers. Although there are already checks in place when you renew your driving licence and these are more frequent for the elderly, the talk centres around more flexible restrictions for those who are beginning to show signs of difficulty driving:

If you are interested in visiting the best world travel destinations then you may wish to take a look at Lonely Planet’s list for 2026. There are 25 worldwide destinations receiving a mention, with one from Spain. Cádiz is praised for its mixture of white towns, sandy beaches, culinary flair, culture and countryside. Spanish News Today explain why it’s listed:

If you lived in Spain during Covid and received a fine for breaking a stay-at-home or mask rule, you could be due a refund. Parts of the emergency decrees have now been ruled as ‘unconstitutional’ and if you paid the fine you are entitled to have your money back. Read this article which explains why and how you can do this:

If you enjoy Spain’s bite sized delicacies but aren’t sure about what you’re ordering, then this article might be useful. Of course, in the best bars you are given a complementary tapas free of charge but if you need to order, this could help:

With the season surrounding Hallowe’en upon us, it’s apparently a dangerous time for unsuspecting black cats. So much so, that Terrassa – a town north of Barcelona, has taken the unusual step of banning the adoption of black cats until Hallowe’en is over. However, if you are a legitimate adopter you can still prove your intentions: