ANDALUCIA NEWS

EU confirms start date for non-Schengen travellers Entry-Exit System as ETIAS fee nearly triplesUK visitors to the EU will face biometric checks starting from October 2025, followed by a new visa-waiver scheme with a higher fee British travellers heading to the EU will face significant changes at borders starting from this October, as the long-awaited..

Buses to replace Seville-Malaga trains during August worksRail replacement buses will run for three days in August while infrastructure upgrades take place Train passengers travelling between Seville and Malaga will face a temporary change of plans later this summer, as Renfe is putting on 102 buses to cover.. 17/07/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 17/07/2025

Brits in Spain urged to make this change to avoid passport control headacheA new update on the UK government website urges British residents in Spain to swap their green certificate for a TIE card They highlight the risk of airport delays for those without the biometric residency card The UK government has updated the..

Goodbye plastic bags and tiny toiletries: UK airports starting to scrap the 100ml liquid ruleTravellers flying from Birmingham or Edinburgh can now carry up to 2 litres of liquid in their hand luggage Nineteen years after it was first introduced, the strict 100ml liquid rule for hand luggage has finally been lifted at two major UK airports. From.. 10/07/2025

Daily traffic jams to get to Málaga AirportCalls are growing louder for long-overdue infrastructure improvements as the usual summer congestion begins It has been nearly 20 years since the idea of a northern access road to Málaga Airport was first floated, yet as another busy summer travel.. 19/06/2025

This is where a brand-new dog-friendly beach has opened in AlmeríaThe move is a step towards inclusivity with a dedicated pet area in an area of Almería that has never had one before Mojácar Town Council has formally inaugurated its first beach area specifically designated for dogs, making the long.. 07/05/2025

High-speed rail derails: AVE between Murcia and Almería delayed beyond 2026Experts have confirmed that no concrete end date can be set as the major engineering works remain a long way from finished The long-awaited arrival of high-speed rail to Almería has hit another setback, as experts confirm that the AVE line.. 25/04/2025

Seville Cathedral: A Gothic masterpiece and the largest of its kindAn architectural marvel, the Catedral de Sevilla stands as one of the world's most breathtaking Gothic cathedrals Seville Cathedral, or the Catedral de Santa María de la Sede, is an extraordinary feat of Gothic architecture and the largest cathedral..

Discover Seville in a day: A whirlwind tour of the city's must-see sightsMake the most of 24 hours in Seville with this route covering history, culture and local charm   Seville is a city bursting with history, culture and vibrant energy. At every turn, you’ll find something new to explore – from grand..

All Granada airport flight destinations for summer 2025: No London and no ParisThese are all the flight routes scheduled for the Granada Airport summer high season 2025 Granada Airport’s summer 2025 schedule has been confirmed, and with it comes some disappointing news for international travellers. Flights to Paris and.. 19/02/2025

Caminito del Rey to expand with Spain's largest pedestrian suspension bridgeThe breathtaking walkway is about to get even more thrilling with a new 110 metre long bridge   Exciting news for thrill-seekers and nature lovers as the Caminito del Rey, one of Spain’s most famous walking routes, is set to expand with.. 13/02/2025

Tourist saturation: Málaga wants to pay Instagram influencers to tell followers to visit city centre alternativesThe Andalucía city is aiming to promote alternative routes beyond the historic centre amid a severe problem with tourist overcrowding   The city of Málaga is taking an innovative approach to tackling its growing tourist saturation.. 12/02/2025

More UK flights to Almería and Málaga with Jet2 for 2025Both Jet2.com and easyJet are adding new flights and increasing capacity for this summer   British airline Jet2.com has announced its plans to expand services at Almería Airport for the summer 2025 season, increasing seat capacity to nearly.. 30/01/2025

Pioneering weather technology set to transform Granada airport operations by 2026A new satellite navigation system will solve runway limitations and reduce diversions   Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is set to overcome a long-standing operational handicap with the introduction of a satellite navigation.. 07/01/2025

Yet another UK easyJet flight to be added at Almería airport for 2025The Bristol airport connection will be operational for the summer Almería Airport continues to go from strength to strength, adding ever more international travel options for passengers in 2025; already there have been several announcements.. 12/12/2024

Discover Spain's little-known olive spitting festival in AlmeríaThe tiny Andalucía town of Canjáyar has a fiesta each autumn based around its olives   Every autumn, around October or November, the otherwise unassuming rural hilltop village of Canjáyar in the province of Almería has a..

The must-visit ski resort in the south of Spain where the sun shines 320 days of the yearIf you are dreaming of a white Christmas or an adventurous escape this winter, the Sierra Nevada might just be right for you   The Sierra Nevada, Granada, boasts 320 days of sunshine a year, and it is Europe's most southern standing ski resort..

This must be the sneakiest trick ever for getting extra hand luggage for freeDouble up on your luggage on the next flight to Spain without spending a penny Packing for a trip can be a daunting task, especially when faced with the dreaded baggage fees imposed by airlines, particularly those notorious low-cost carriers. &.. 09/07/2024

Bathing topless, smoking, drinking... Know your Spanish swimming pool etiquetteIt’s easy to make a splash for all the wrong reasons at public swimming pools in Spain As the Spanish sun shines bright, it's time to dive into one of summer's greatest attractions – a dip in the communal swimming pool. Whether.. 09/07/2024