Covid spikes in Benidorm and nearby Spanish town where cases have TRIPLED are linked to nightlife

Night fever: Covid spikes in Benidorm and nearby Spanish town where cases have TRIPLED in a week are linked to late-opening bars and clubs – as health chief blames youngsters for spreading bug Tourist resort near Benidorm is on the verge of lockdown as positive cases triple Mayor of Vila Joiosa says young people are … Read more

Street stalls are thriving and homes nearby are in demand

Today’s home-buyers face a new problem. If they are considering moving to a different town, how can they distinguish between those town centres that will bounce back when the pandemic has passed, and those which will be commercial black spots?  Several experts believe the answer may lie in our street markets.  ‘The wheel has turned … Read more

Madrid is a popular choice, but tantalising Toledo nearby is a less crowded treat

Built on hills by the River Tagus, Toledo, a Unesco World Heritage site, is one of the most historically and culturally fascinating cities in Spain. Strangely, it’s off the radar for most British tourists. And while it’s an easy day trip from Madrid (only 30 minutes by train), it’s well worth staying for two or … Read more

Giant 26ft basking shark spotted off Spanish beach two weeks after 13ft monster was spotted nearby

Police have warned people to be on their guard after spotting this huge shark nearly 30ft long off a Spanish beach. The sighting took place on Saturday morning near to the spot where a smaller version was seen gliding through the water around a fortnight ago. Civil Guard officers released footage of the giant creature near … Read more

Owners of a manor reputedly home to Cromwell’s remains are accused of ‘sacrificing’ nearby village

Owners of a stately home where Oliver Cromwell was reputedly buried are accused of ‘sacrificing’ historic village nearby with plan to build new homes Villagers claim homes in Coxwold could be flooded under stately home plans Newburgh Priory is funding refurbishments through housing developments Grade I-listed stately home is the rumoured burial place of Cromwell’s … Read more