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Language immersion is truly a great way to learn a new language True benefits of language immersion If you’ve ever learned a language (or even just thought about it) then you’ll have probably heard that.. 12/07/2017

Tired of it being just you and the dog again this Valentines? Then why not join Expat Dating Spain, the premier dating and friendship site for expats living in Spain. If you want the buzz of finding the new love of.. 06/02/2017

Could Brexit be Guy Fawkes in disguise? Brexit article – by Keith Littlewood, Blacktower Regional Manager Costa Calida On 3rd of November The High Court ruled that Theresa May’s plan to..

Find peace of mind with a cost-effective and practical Avalon Funeral plans In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The most common way.. 18/06/2016

What is a Gota Fria? Never underestimate the destructive power of the rain in Spain The Gota Fría is the name given in Spain to a meteorological phenomenon which can cause..

Spanish living: Gas bottle basics Transporting gas bottles, prices, how many bottles and where should they be stored Most people who live in Spain or visit the country will at some point find..

Hailstorms in Spain can be somewhat fierce There’s a good reason why garages fetch a premium price in hilltop towns If ever you see the neighbours going out into the street with armfuls of blankets..

The Asian Tiger Mosquito in Spain Tips to help limit the spread of this Asian invader The tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus), which is a native of India and south-eastern Asia, has now taken up..

Are dogs allowed on the beach in Spain? Is my dog allowed on the beach is a common question The question of whether dogs are allowed on Spanish beaches is a common one, but in short, no, they&rsquo..

Understanding heatstroke and heat exhaustion The mortality rate in over 75’s increases by 20,1% for every one degree increase in temperatures over 36,5 degrees. What to do if you think someone.. 09/07/2015

Has Spain legalised growing Marijuana for private use? This weekend social networks have been abuzz with excitement Spanish social network sites have been abuzz lately with speculation that the government may.. 06/07/2015

Hourly electricity rates billing in Spain: what you need to know How to benefit from hourly variations in the price of Spanish electricity On 1st July 2015 a pioneering system of hourly electricity rates came into operation.. 02/07/2015

The processionary caterpillar, a springtime threat to dogs and cats in Spain Processionary caterpillars are so called because they form processions, nose to tail, as they leave the nest prior to changing into moths. They.. 28/02/2017

Choosing a property company 7 points to bear in . Choosing a property company. Nigel Salmon Girasol Homes This month I’d like to talk about something that’s absolutely essential.. 11/11/2016

Guardia Civil wades into the great Spanish roundabout driving debate Spanish drivers continue to choose the wrong lane and eschew indicators at roundabouts Despite numerous attempts to clarify the rules regarding how to use.. 05/09/2016

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain will help to avoid stress at a difficult time In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral.. 26/02/2016

Recovering stolen jewellery and other items in Spain The Policía Nacional have a virtual gallery of stolen valuables recovered The victims of burglary and theft in Spain face an uphill struggle to recover..

Staying sane in Spain requires a sense of humour Expect to encounter mindnumbing levels of pointless bureaucracy at some point It happens to all of us, even those who passionately love the good things.. 14/08/2015

Frequent scams used by supermarket handbag thieves Thieves regularly target shoppers in supermarkets Every summer supermarkets along the coast are packed with summer holiday shoppers, providing a lucrative.. 22/07/2015

Reminder: don´t pop to the shop in your flipflops It’s tempting to pop down to the shops in your flip flops, but don´t do it The Guardia Civil have issued a reminder for all those in the holiday.. 14/07/2015

How to check flight status of flights to and from Spain Don´t turn up at the airport if there’s been a delay If you want to check the status of flights through Spanish airports, then use the flight.. 09/07/2015

How many cannabis plants can I grow legally in Spain? Legally none, but discretion is frequently exercised In the light of recent speculation that the Spanish government may unwittingly have legalized the growing.. 08/07/2015

Its a steal: Just how easily pickpockets can ruin your holiday Look after your passport – watch new videos that reveal the scams that thieves and pickpockets use With tens of thousands of British residents living.. 06/07/2015

Location of speed cameras across Spain The DGT website shows where radars and cameras are located The DGT are keen to ensure motorists stay within the speed limits set by law in order to reduce road..

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