Budget hotel chain Travelodge is accelerating its expansion in Spain, adding three new hotels in San Sebastian, Cadiz, and Alicante. These new properties will add 263 rooms to Travelodge’s growing portfolio, bringing its total presence in Spain to 15 hotels. This expansion signals Travelodge’s commitment to filling a gap in the budget accommodation market in Spain.
Thousands of residents in Spain’s Canary Islands took to the streets on Sunday to protest against the impact of over-tourism, which they claim is making housing unaffordable for locals. Demonstrations were held across the islands, calling for reforms to tourism practices and stricter regulations on short-term rentals. The protests highlight a growing concern in Spain about the impact of tourism on local communities and housing markets.
Thousands of people marched across the Canary Islands on Sunday, protesting against the effects of mass tourism on the archipelago. This comes after a similar large-scale demonstration in April, highlighting the growing concern about the impact of tourism on the islands’ residents and environment. The protests underscore the complex relationship between tourism and local communities in popular holiday destinations.
Visa, the global leader in digital payments, has teamed up with The Bicester Collection and the Tourism Office of Spain (Turespaña) to provide exclusive shopping experiences to affluent travelers. The partnership offers Visa’s high-net-worth cardholders access to luxury brands, curated events, and personalized services at The Bicester Collection’s renowned shopping destinations in Europe and China. This strategic alliance caters to the growing demand for high-end experiences among Indian tourists, solidifying Spain’s position as a world-class travel destination.
Heavy rainfall brought by Storm Leslie disrupts winter sun holidays in Malaga, Spain, impacting UK tourists with travel delays and potential cancellations. The storm follows a series of weather systems impacting Europe this October, leaving many holidaymakers caught off guard by unseasonal weather. Find out how the storm is affecting travel plans and what UK tourists can do to prepare.
Spain secured a place in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals with a convincing 3-0 home win against Serbia. Goals from Aymeric Laporte, Alvaro Morata, and Alex Baena sealed the victory, showcasing Spain’s dominance despite missing several key players. The win also propelled Spain to the top of League A Group One, guaranteeing a top-two finish.
A 26-year-old British man tragically lost his life after falling from the Castilla-La Mancha bridge in Spain while attempting to create content for social media. The incident highlights the dangers of climbing structures for online content and serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safety precautions.
Barcelona’s teenage sensation, Lamine Yamal, has been ruled out of Spain’s upcoming Nations League match after sustaining a hamstring strain during the recent win over Denmark. The injury, though minor, will see the young forward miss the crucial game against Serbia, but is expected to be back in time for key club fixtures against Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Martin Zubimendi scored his first international goal, a deflected shot that slipped past Kasper Schmeichel, to give Spain a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Denmark in the Nations League. Spain, missing several key players, dominated possession but struggled to break down the Danish defense until Zubimendi’s late strike secured the three points.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has expressed confidence in Martin Zubimendi’s ability to fill the void left by injured star midfielder Rodri. Zubimendi, who impressed in the Euro 2024 final, is set to take on a key role for La Roja in the upcoming Nations League matches.
