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Sir Alex Ellis, courtesy of British Embassy Madrid.
A New British Ambassador, Sir Alex Ellis, Arrives in Spain
Sir Alex Ellis is appointed British Ambassador to Spain and Non-Resident Ambassador to Andorra. Read more
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Barcelona International Community Day Is Back for Another Year to Bring Together the City’s Global Talent
Barcelona International Community Day brings together companies and organizations offering products and services geared towards the international community through a program of activities, workshops and conferences designed with expats in mind. Read more
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What is Spain's “Golden Visa” Program?
Thinking about buying property in Spain? You might qualify for Spain's golden visa program, allowing you to fast-track residency permits for you and your family while making an investment in your future. Find out its many advantages and how to apply. Read more
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Passeig de Santa Madrona, Jardins de Laribal. Photo by Txllxt TxllxT (CC BY-SA 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons.
Lose Yourself in Montjuïc's Jardins de Laribal
The quiet, artfully arranged green space with a bird’s-eye view of the city offers a welcome relief from the urban crush of the city center. Its design contains a distinctly Hispano-Arabic influence which sets it apart from Barcelona’s other gardens. Read more
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How to Get Your Kids Ready to Go back to School without Stress
The shift from summer vacation to going back to school can be tough for children. While some kids might feel excited about new teachers and classmates, others may experience anxiety, sadness or uncertainty about the upcoming school year. Read more
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Why Cats Meow at Humans More than Each Other
In many ways, when a cat meows at us, it’s as if they see us as their caregivers, much like their feline mothers. Read more
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Graffiti in Barcelona "tourism kills the city." Photo by Mattsjc (CC BY 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons.
Holiday Protesters Are Missing the Big Picture—There Are Ways to Make Tourism Work for Everyone
An estimated 1.3 billion international tourist trips took place in 2023. These tourists spent over US$1.5 trillion on their trips. For comparison, that is roughly the size of the Spanish economy. If tourism were a nation, it would be a G20 member. Read more
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Anti-cellulite Products Are Big Business
Cellulite, has become big business for the beauty industry. The most popular question seems to be, “Do these treatments work?” but the more pressing question is, “Why are healthy women’s bodies considered something to treat, cure or correct?” Read more
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Image courtesy of Peter Dougherty.
Finding a Financial Advisor in Spain
Peter Dougherty loves his work at BISSAN Wealth Management. He helps a wide range of clients prosper amidst a variety of ever-changing cross-border financial circumstances. Peter says it’s all part of a “typical day’s work” for him. Read more
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How Your Underwear Can Affect Your Health
Thongs, briefs, long johns, g-string, boxers, trunks: there’s a bewildering array of undies out there. But which ones are best for the health of your nether regions? Read more
