Buying In Spain

Alicante Province - What You Need to Know

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The province of Alicante is located in eastern Spain in the Autonomous Community of Valencia. Situated on the Mediterranean coast, in the region known as Costa Blanca, the province is bordered by Valencia to the north, Murcia in the south west and the Mediterranean Sea to the east.

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Things to Eat, Do and Buy in Mar Menor and La Manga

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Mar Menor and La MangaThe Mar Menor is an extensive coastal lagoon measuring some 170 square kilometres. Consisting of warm salt waters. this lagoon was originally a bay that opened out to the Mediterranean, but is now separated from t...

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La Sella Golf

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La Sella Golf La Sella Golf Course was designed by the prolific José María Olazábal in 1991, double champion of the Masters in Agusta. Enjoy in Denia a 27-holes course, known internationally for its excellent conditions for playing golf throughout the year. La Sella Golf ...

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Why is electricity so expensive in Spain?

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Why Spain has the most expensive electricity bill in Europe. I am afraid my love for Spanish electricity companies remains at its lowest level. After the new laws on solar cell panels and after increases on our electricity bill of nearly 80% from 2004 to 2014 it...

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Leather or Fabric Sofa Advantages and Disadvantages

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Shopping for a sofa or settee is a major decision and expense. Which furniture, leather or fabric is best for your house, and which do you prefer. Probably the first thing you go to after getting home, and the place where family and friends will gather, so the right sofa should set the tone of...

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