Cameron urges Merkel to save Euro as Spain slMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am
British prime Minister David Cameron has urged Germany's Angela Merkel to save the single euro currency as chaos from Greece spreads to Spain.
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Cameron urges Merkel to save Euro as Spain slMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 am
British prime Minister David Cameron has urged Germany's Angela Merkel to save the single euro currency as chaos from Greece spreads to Spain.
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Queen Sofia of Spain to snub Queen's jubileeMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 am
Spain's queen Sofia is set to snub the British Royal family over a visit planned for the Queen's Royal Jubilee. Tensions have arisen due to Prince Edward's upcoming visit to Gibraltar of which Spain still claim sovereignty.
Frank Williams pays tribute to mechanicsMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm
90 minutes after Venezuelan Pastor Maldonado clinched an awesome victory for the Williams team, an explosion rocked the F1 paddock and gutted the Williams' garage. Mechanics from other teams rallied around and became makeshift firefighters for which Frank Williams didn't have enough praise.
Guardiola's last game as coach ends in drawMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm
It was Guardiola's last game in charge of his beloved Barcelona last night and Seydou Keita made sure the party wasn't spoilt too much by clinching a last minute equalizer for the Catalan giants.
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Messi in race storm and Bale to BarcelonaMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pm
Leo Messi has been caught up in a race storm for calling Royston Drenthe a "negro" and Gareth Bale, the Welsh wizard currently at Tottenham, may well be on his way to Barca.
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Kindergartens in Barcelona on strikeMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm
Since yesterday kindergartens all over Barcelona are on strike for three days. Barcelona wants to change the way things are run and neither the teachers, parents or support staff are happy.
Barcelona International Poetry FestivalMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm
if you are in town for a week and need an infusion of culture, why not take part in some of the poetry workshops and readings in the Barcelona Poetry Festival that runs from today , 8th May till 17th May inclusive.
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Third Vintage Bus Rally BarcelonaMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm
Here's something for all classic car buffs or in this case classic bus buffs. Today and tomorrow, Barcelona will play host to the third Vintage Bus Rally which starts in Barcelona and finishes in Caldes de Montbui.
Man travels free on trains in Spain as a bicyMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pm
A 21 year old from Tarragona, Catalonia has managed to fool ticket machines into thinking he was a bike and has travel all over Spain. Renfe now want to sue him for 2,300 Euros.
Cameron urges Merkel to save Euro as Spain slMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am
British prime Minister David Cameron has urged Germany's Angela Merkel to save the single euro currency as chaos from Greece spreads to Spain.
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Queen Sofia of Spain to snub Queen's jubileeMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 am
Spain's queen Sofia is set to snub the British Royal family over a visit planned for the Queen's Royal Jubilee. Tensions have arisen due to Prince Edward's upcoming visit to Gibraltar of which Spain still claim sovereignty.
Frank Williams pays tribute to mechanicsMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm
90 minutes after Venezuelan Pastor Maldonado clinched an awesome victory for the Williams team, an explosion rocked the F1 paddock and gutted the Williams' garage. Mechanics from other teams rallied around and became makeshift firefighters for which Frank Williams didn't have enough praise.
Guardiola's last game as coach ends in drawMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm
It was Guardiola's last game in charge of his beloved Barcelona last night and Seydou Keita made sure the party wasn't spoilt too much by clinching a last minute equalizer for the Catalan giants.
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Messi in race storm and Bale to BarcelonaMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pm
Leo Messi has been caught up in a race storm for calling Royston Drenthe a "negro" and Gareth Bale, the Welsh wizard currently at Tottenham, may well be on his way to Barca.
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Kindergartens in Barcelona on strikeMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm
Since yesterday kindergartens all over Barcelona are on strike for three days. Barcelona wants to change the way things are run and neither the teachers, parents or support staff are happy.
Barcelona International Poetry FestivalMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm
if you are in town for a week and need an infusion of culture, why not take part in some of the poetry workshops and readings in the Barcelona Poetry Festival that runs from today , 8th May till 17th May inclusive.
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Third Vintage Bus Rally BarcelonaMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm
Here's something for all classic car buffs or in this case classic bus buffs. Today and tomorrow, Barcelona will play host to the third Vintage Bus Rally which starts in Barcelona and finishes in Caldes de Montbui.
Man travels free on trains in Spain as a bicyMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pm
A 21 year old from Tarragona, Catalonia has managed to fool ticket machines into thinking he was a bike and has travel all over Spain. Renfe now want to sue him for 2,300 Euros.
Tito Vilanova steps into Pep's shoes at BarceApr 30, 2012 | 4:30 am
Sandro Rosell announced that Tito Vilanova will be filling Pep Guardiola's shoes as Barca coach on Friday. It's a tall order but Vilanova has been Pep's second in command for the past four years so this shouldn't be a problem for him.
Photo Friday! Where In Spain Is This?May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amHere we are once more with another fun photo from Spain! So this one is a bit harder dear readers, so let us give you a few hints.
Scoopometer 10: Hot Tapas, Hot Men - SevilleMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amTaking center stage, were the waiters who were hunks. Green eyes and long eyelashes prevailed in Southern Spain.
No Car Needed (no. 4): Seville To C?dizMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 amSometimes it is good to chill by taking a day trip to an uncomplicated city. Seville to C?diz.
Yogatone Retreat In Spain - Work On Your Tan May 10, 2012 | 5:00 amI was the only American at the Yogatone Retreat, set deep in the mountains above Malaga in sunny Andalusia Spain.
Photo Friday! Where In Spain Is This?May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amHere we are once more with another fun photo from Spain! So this one is a bit harder dear readers, so let us give you a few hints.
Photo Friday! Where In Spain Is This?May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amHere we are once more with another fun photo from Spain! So this one is a bit harder dear readers, so let us give you a few hints.
Scoopometer 10: Hot Tapas, Hot Men - SevilleMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amTaking center stage, were the waiters who were hunks. Green eyes and long eyelashes prevailed in Southern Spain.
No Car Needed (no. 4): Seville To C?dizMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 amSometimes it is good to chill by taking a day trip to an uncomplicated city. Seville to C?diz.
Yogatone Retreat In Spain - Work On Your Tan May 10, 2012 | 5:00 amI was the only American at the Yogatone Retreat, set deep in the mountains above Malaga in sunny Andalusia Spain.
European judges association ask for a pardon May 18, 2012 | 3:30 am The ex National Court judge has been given an 11 year ban from office for ordering recordings in prison in the G?rtel case.
Ex Mayor of Casares finds bailMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am Juan S?nchez is alleged to have been dealing with the Russian Mafia in real estate deals and money laundering.
Moody's downgrades 16 Spanish banks, includinMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am It follows a downgrade of 26 Italian banks last Monday, and Moody's cut in the ranking of Spain's sovereign debt on February 13.
European judges association ask for a pardon May 18, 2012 | 3:30 am The ex National Court judge has been given an 11 year ban from office for ordering recordings in prison in the G?rtel case.
Ex Mayor of Casares finds bailMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am Juan S?nchez is alleged to have been dealing with the Russian Mafia in real estate deals and money laundering.
Moody's downgrades 16 Spanish banks, includinMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am It follows a downgrade of 26 Italian banks last Monday, and Moody's cut in the ranking of Spain's sovereign debt on February 13.
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I'm better than Messi'May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amIn an exclusive interview with CNN ahead of this weekend's Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Chelsea, Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he believes he is "better than Messi".
The Portuguese .
Shares drop as concern over Spanish banks groMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amStock markets across Europe opened nervously on Friday as concerns over Greece and Spain continued to grow.
Spain's main share index fell more than 2% before recovering, while shares in London fell by as much as 1%.
Guardiola first choice for LiverpoolMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amAfter sacking Kenny Dalglish as manager at the weekend, Liverpool Football Club are allegedly lining Pep Guardiola up as his successor.
Guardiola, who left Barcelona last week after four successful years, is apparently being seen as the .
Rasquera wildfire finally under controlMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amAt 10 o'clock this evening, firefighters in Catalunya finally managed to put out the wildfire that has been burning for three days around the towns of Rasquera, El Perello, Benifallet and Tivenys.
The blaze has now been completely .
Bankia shares continue to plummetMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amShares in Spanish bank Bankia have continued their dramatic plunge, as concerns about the firm's finances increase.
The share price dropped another 15% on Thursday, taking losses for May to 45%.
Boy waits 80 minutes for emergency operation May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amIt has been revealed that a 12-year-old boy from Extremadura, who had his foot severed in an accident, had to wait 80 minutes in the Hospital Universitario Infanta Cristina in Badajoz on Sunday to see if the Hospital Virgen del Rocio in .
Rasquera wildfire razes 3,000 hectares of couMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 am52 people have been evacuated from 24 different rural properties as a result of the wildfire that broke out in Rasquera (Tarragona) on Tuesday. A school bus route between Rasquera and neighbouring El Perello also had to be cancelled .
Queen Sofia cancels London trip as Gibraltar May 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmQueen Sofia today cancelled the trip to London she had planned to make on Friday in honour of Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee, because the Government felt it was "inappropriate" in the light of ongoing conflicts with Gibraltar - .
Government rejects ETA's request for talksMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmThe Spanish government has rejected a request from the Basque militant group ETA for talks, saying it has to disband and disarm before any talks can take place.
The separatist group sent a press release to the AFP news agency today, .
Locals evacuated as Rasquera wildfire continuMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pm52 people have been evacuated from 24 different rural properties as a result of the wildfire that broke out in Rasquera (Tarragona) yesterday. A school bus route between Rasquera and neighbouring El Perello also had to be cancelled on .
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I'm better than Messi'May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amIn an exclusive interview with CNN ahead of this weekend's Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Chelsea, Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he believes he is "better than Messi".
The Portuguese .
Shares drop as concern over Spanish banks groMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amStock markets across Europe opened nervously on Friday as concerns over Greece and Spain continued to grow.
Spain's main share index fell more than 2% before recovering, while shares in London fell by as much as 1%.
Guardiola first choice for LiverpoolMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amAfter sacking Kenny Dalglish as manager at the weekend, Liverpool Football Club are allegedly lining Pep Guardiola up as his successor.
Guardiola, who left Barcelona last week after four successful years, is apparently being seen as the .
Rasquera wildfire finally under controlMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amAt 10 o'clock this evening, firefighters in Catalunya finally managed to put out the wildfire that has been burning for three days around the towns of Rasquera, El Perello, Benifallet and Tivenys.
The blaze has now been completely .
Bankia shares continue to plummetMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amShares in Spanish bank Bankia have continued their dramatic plunge, as concerns about the firm's finances increase.
The share price dropped another 15% on Thursday, taking losses for May to 45%.
Boy waits 80 minutes for emergency operation May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amIt has been revealed that a 12-year-old boy from Extremadura, who had his foot severed in an accident, had to wait 80 minutes in the Hospital Universitario Infanta Cristina in Badajoz on Sunday to see if the Hospital Virgen del Rocio in .
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I'm better than Messi'May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amIn an exclusive interview with CNN ahead of this weekend's Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Chelsea, Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he believes he is "better than Messi".
The Portuguese .
Shares drop as concern over Spanish banks groMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amStock markets across Europe opened nervously on Friday as concerns over Greece and Spain continued to grow.
Spain's main share index fell more than 2% before recovering, while shares in London fell by as much as 1%.
Guardiola first choice for LiverpoolMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amAfter sacking Kenny Dalglish as manager at the weekend, Liverpool Football Club are allegedly lining Pep Guardiola up as his successor.
Guardiola, who left Barcelona last week after four successful years, is apparently being seen as the .
Rasquera wildfire finally under controlMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amAt 10 o'clock this evening, firefighters in Catalunya finally managed to put out the wildfire that has been burning for three days around the towns of Rasquera, El Perello, Benifallet and Tivenys.
The blaze has now been completely .
Honoured at last in SpainMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amOfficer forced into a 'heathen's grave' finally gets fitting ?10,000 monument.
Twin aimMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amMarbella mayor Angeles Munoz has met with her counterpart in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah with a view to strengthening tourism links.
Thinking green at the Olive PressMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThe issue the Olive Press went back to its roots and took a closer look at the environmental issues affecting Andalucia.
Maddie in Spain?May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amAs we approach Missing Children's Day on May 25, Wendy Williams looks at the likelihood that Madeleine McCann could be living in Spain.
Andrew Stone at La SalaMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amCELEB dance instructor Andrew Stone enjoyed a night out with friends at popular La Sala restaurant in Puerto Banus. The star of Sky's Pineapple Dance Studio series, who was also in 2012 Celebrity Big Brother, recently ended speculation about his sexuality by insisting he had a girlfriend.
Honoured at last in SpainMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amOfficer forced into a 'heathen's grave' finally gets fitting ?10,000 monument.
Twin aimMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amMarbella mayor Angeles Munoz has met with her counterpart in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah with a view to strengthening tourism links.
Thinking green at the Olive PressMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amThe issue the Olive Press went back to its roots and took a closer look at the environmental issues affecting Andalucia.
Maddie in Spain?May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amAs we approach Missing Children's Day on May 25, Wendy Williams looks at the likelihood that Madeleine McCann could be living in Spain.
Andrew Stone at La SalaMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amCELEB dance instructor Andrew Stone enjoyed a night out with friends at popular La Sala restaurant in Puerto Banus. The star of Sky's Pineapple Dance Studio series, who was also in 2012 Celebrity Big Brother, recently ended speculation about his sexuality by insisting he had a girlfriend.
Spanish lessons for Prem bossMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amSwansea City manager Brendan Rodgers will spend four days with World Champions Spain ahead of Euro 2012.
'Firewall' fears for SpainMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 am?500 billion safety net may not prevent Spanish bailout as Greece edges closer to euro exit.
HP podr?a deshacerse de entre 25.000 y 30.000May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amEl gigante de la inform?tica Hewlett-Packard, uno de los mayores fabricantes de hardware a nivel mundial, se est? planteando una importante reducci?n de plantilla. Hay fuentes que hablan de 25.
Todo preparado para la salida a Bolsa de FaceMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amHoy es el d?a en que terminar? el camino iniciado por Facebook a principios de febrero, cuando anunci? que hab?a dado el primer paso para su salida a Bolsa. As?, a partir de las 11 de la ma?ana de Nueva York (las 5 de la tarde en Espa?a), la compa??a fundada por Mark Zuckerberg comenzar? a cotizar en Bolsa.
Twitter implementar? la herramienta de privacMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amTwitter va a comenzar a implementar la herramienta Do Not Track presente en los navegadores de Mozilla. Esta tecnolog?a posibilita que los usuarios no permitan que su informaci?n personal sea recogida por cookies de terceros, aunque s?lo funciona si la web accede a ello.
Detalles de la salida a Bolsa de Facebook - iMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amLa esperada salida a Bolsa de Facebook arroja cifras millonarias. En esta infograf?a se hace un repaso a las cantidades que se manejan, no s?lo econ?micas, sino de usuarios y actividad en la red social.
La startup de seis personas que compite con MMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amAppHarbor es una startup de San Francisco, con oficinas tambi?n en Copenhague, que pretende aprovechar las limitaciones del servicio Microsoft Azure y ofrecer una plataforma a los desarrolladores con mayores facilidades para desplegar su c?digo. Con sus solo seis empleados ahora acaba de completar su servicio para la regi?n de Europa.
Samsung lidera la fragmentaci?n en AndroidMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amQue Android es un sistema operativo con una enorme fragmentaci?n es un hecho evidente. Esto, no obstante, tambi?n tiene aspectos positivos, pues da a sus usuarios una gama mucho m?s amplia a la hora de elegir dispositivo.
Cuando los pol?ticos hablan de InternetMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amEl Senado espa?ol ha celebrado el D?a Mundial de Internet con una charla en la que han participado pol?ticos y expertos. Se ha destacado el papel que puede jugar la Red como motor para la innovaci?n y para resolver la situaci?n de crisis econ?mica.
?Es Google + el p?ramo? Un estudio concluye qMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amLas comparaciones empezaron poco despu?s de que Google + saltase al mercado. ?Era la red social de Google el equivalente en social media a una ciudad fantasma? A pesar del inter?s despertado en un primer momento, con las invitaciones de acceso repartidas a cuentagotas, Google + no consegu?a ara?ar aparentemente a los l?deres del mercado.
El secreto del ?xito en social media de StarbMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amAunque las cosas funcionen muy bien, todas las empresas deben reajustar sus f?rmulas y sus productos para conseguir unos mejores resultados y una mayor eficiencia. Los frapuccinos de Starbucks son uno de esos productos que cuentan con legiones de seguidores, apasionados por su textura fresca y cremosa, hasta que la cadena de cafeter?as decidi? que ten?a que cambiar la f?rmula.
Ya hay 9 millones de reservas del Samsung GalMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPoco m?s de dos semanas despu?s de que el Samsung Galaxy S III fuese presentado en Londres, la compa??a ya ha recibido 9 millones de reservas anticipadas de diferentes operadores de todo el mundo, con la excepci?n de Estados Unidos, pues el dispositivo utilizar? otro procesador en el pa?s. Por lo tanto, la compa??a coreana, que necesit? unos 5 meses para conseguir llegar a los 10 millones de unidades vendidas de su anterior tel?fono (Samsung Galaxy S II, del que ya se han vendido m?s de 20 millones de terminales) podr?a batir todas sus marcas.
El secreto del ?xito en social media de StarbMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amAunque las cosas funcionen muy bien, todas las empresas deben reajustar sus f?rmulas y sus productos para conseguir unos mejores resultados y una mayor eficiencia. Los frapuccinos de Starbucks son uno de esos productos que cuentan con legiones de seguidores, apasionados por su textura fresca y cremosa, hasta que la cadena de cafeter?as decidi? que ten?a que cambiar la f?rmula.
Ya hay 9 millones de reservas del Samsung GalMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amPoco m?s de dos semanas despu?s de que el Samsung Galaxy S III fuese presentado en Londres, la compa??a ya ha recibido 9 millones de reservas anticipadas de diferentes operadores de todo el mundo, con la excepci?n de Estados Unidos, pues el dispositivo utilizar? otro procesador en el pa?s. Por lo tanto, la compa??a coreana, que necesit? unos 5 meses para conseguir llegar a los 10 millones de unidades vendidas de su anterior tel?fono (Samsung Galaxy S II, del que ya se han vendido m?s de 20 millones de terminales) podr?a batir todas sus marcas.
HP podr?a deshacerse de entre 25.000 y 30.000May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amEl gigante de la inform?tica Hewlett-Packard, uno de los mayores fabricantes de hardware a nivel mundial, se est? planteando una importante reducci?n de plantilla. Hay fuentes que hablan de 25.
Todo preparado para la salida a Bolsa de FaceMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amHoy es el d?a en que terminar? el camino iniciado por Facebook a principios de febrero, cuando anunci? que hab?a dado el primer paso para su salida a Bolsa. As?, a partir de las 11 de la ma?ana de Nueva York (las 5 de la tarde en Espa?a), la compa??a fundada por Mark Zuckerberg comenzar? a cotizar en Bolsa.
Twitter implementar? la herramienta de privacMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amTwitter va a comenzar a implementar la herramienta Do Not Track presente en los navegadores de Mozilla. Esta tecnolog?a posibilita que los usuarios no permitan que su informaci?n personal sea recogida por cookies de terceros, aunque s?lo funciona si la web accede a ello.
Detalles de la salida a Bolsa de Facebook - iMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amLa esperada salida a Bolsa de Facebook arroja cifras millonarias. En esta infograf?a se hace un repaso a las cantidades que se manejan, no s?lo econ?micas, sino de usuarios y actividad en la red social.
La startup de seis personas que compite con MMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amAppHarbor es una startup de San Francisco, con oficinas tambi?n en Copenhague, que pretende aprovechar las limitaciones del servicio Microsoft Azure y ofrecer una plataforma a los desarrolladores con mayores facilidades para desplegar su c?digo. Con sus solo seis empleados ahora acaba de completar su servicio para la regi?n de Europa.
Samsung lidera la fragmentaci?n en AndroidMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amQue Android es un sistema operativo con una enorme fragmentaci?n es un hecho evidente. Esto, no obstante, tambi?n tiene aspectos positivos, pues da a sus usuarios una gama mucho m?s amplia a la hora de elegir dispositivo.
Cuando los pol?ticos hablan de InternetMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amEl Senado espa?ol ha celebrado el D?a Mundial de Internet con una charla en la que han participado pol?ticos y expertos. Se ha destacado el papel que puede jugar la Red como motor para la innovaci?n y para resolver la situaci?n de crisis econ?mica.
?Es Google + el p?ramo? Un estudio concluye qMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amLas comparaciones empezaron poco despu?s de que Google + saltase al mercado. ?Era la red social de Google el equivalente en social media a una ciudad fantasma? A pesar del inter?s despertado en un primer momento, con las invitaciones de acceso repartidas a cuentagotas, Google + no consegu?a ara?ar aparentemente a los l?deres del mercado.
Barack Obama tells EU: boost growth now or faMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amGermany to be urged to ease austerity during G8 talks as fears of global recession growBarack Obama is to put pressure on Germany to ease the pain of austerity with policies to boost growth, as he uses two days of talks with the G8 industrial nations to warn Europe that it needs to act swiftly to spare the world economy from a second deep recession in four years.Prior to the G8 summit at Camp David this weekend, a warning from the ratings agency Fitch that Greece's days in the single currency could be numbered heightened fears in Washington that the worsening crisis in the eurozone poses a threat to America's fragile recovery and President Obama's re-election chances.
Moody's downgrades Santander UK along with 16May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amShares in Bankia, Spain's fourth largest lender, also tumble as rumours spread of depositors withdrawing fundsThe credit rating agency Moody's has downgraded 16 Spanish banks along with Santander's UK arm, citing the Spanish government's reduced ability to shore up the banks.Santander UK, whose rating was lowered to A2 - a notch higher than its Spanish parent - insisted there was no impact on its business and that it was an autonomous subsidiary with 90% of its assets held in the UK, where it is also regulated.
If Greece is to stay in the euro, something'sMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amWhile EU leaders now talk publicly of Greece leaving the euro, a little more flexibility could yet keep the currency intactWe'd really like you to stay, but sorry, you may have to leave. This is the message now being sent to Greece by Europe's key leaders in the space between the election earthquake of 6 May and the ballot rerun on 17 June.
How to carry out the perfect snub | Jean HannMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amQueen Sofia of Spain shows it's a straightforward business, as long as you keep these dos and don'ts of snubbery in mindOne can decry the anachronism that is any royal family until one's face is the hue of royal blood, but sometimes even those of us who are the staunchest of republicans must concede that there are certain fields in which royal members do simply reign above the rest of us. Wearing nude tights.
European markets slide over fears about SpaniMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amShares in Bankia tumbled 30% after El Mundo reported that more than ?1bn of deposits had left the bank in the last few daysEuropean stock markets have suffered fresh losses amid reports that nervous customers at Spain's fourth-largest bank had begun withdrawing funds.Shares in Bankia, which was nationalised just a week ago, tumbled 30% at one stage on Thursday after Spanish newspaper El Mundo reported that more than ?1bn ($1.
Spanish queen's jubilee snub over Prince EdwaMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmIt would be inappropriate for Queen Sofia to attend Queen Elizabeth's jubilee, says royal palace in MadridSpain's Queen Sofia has snubbed Britain's royal family by abandoning a planned trip to celebrate the Queen's jubilee with them in protest at an upcoming visit to Gibraltar by Prince Edward."The government has considered that, under the current circumstances, in would be inappropriate for Queen Sofia to attend Queen Elizabeth's jubilee," a statement from the royal palace in Madrid said.
Youth unemployment across the OECD: how does May 16, 2012 | 12:00 amNearly 11m young people are out of work across the OECD. How has youth unemployment changed and which countries are experiencing the worst rates?? Get the data? More data journalism and data visualisations from the GuardianYouth unemployment across the OECD has risen alarmingly with nearly 11m 15-24 year olds out of work, according to latest figures.
Eurozone avoids double-dip recession as GermaMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmUnexpectedly strong performance by Europe's biggest economy helps compensate for weaker output in Greece, Italy and SpainThe crisis-hit eurozone avoided a double-dip recession by the narrowest of margins in the first three months of 2012 as an unexpectedly strong performance by Germany compensated for plunging activity in countries wilting from tough austerity programmes.Underlining the two-speed nature of the 17-nation single currency area, the 0.
German voters must break the Merkel mindset tMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmGreece's euro membership was as much the German elite's fault as anyone's. Can it find the leadership to resolve the crisis?Sometimes, just sometimes, economics and politics are like physics - one can recognize immutable forces.
Fran?ois Hollande faces a baptism of fire in May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmAngela Merkel's electoral defeats at home and increasing isolation in Europe may allow more room for compromise at first meeting with French presidentFresh from the Parisian pomp of a presidential inauguration, Fran?ois Hollande speeds to Berlin on Tuesday for a baptism of fire in Europe's crisis. It's about getting to know one another, Hollande said on Monday of his first ever meeting with Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Barack Obama tells EU: boost growth now or faMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amGermany to be urged to ease austerity during G8 talks as fears of global recession growBarack Obama is to put pressure on Germany to ease the pain of austerity with policies to boost growth, as he uses two days of talks with the G8 industrial nations to warn Europe that it needs to act swiftly to spare the world economy from a second deep recession in four years.Prior to the G8 summit at Camp David this weekend, a warning from the ratings agency Fitch that Greece's days in the single currency could be numbered heightened fears in Washington that the worsening crisis in the eurozone poses a threat to America's fragile recovery and President Obama's re-election chances.
Moody's downgrades Santander UK along with 16May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amShares in Bankia, Spain's fourth largest lender, also tumble as rumours spread of depositors withdrawing fundsThe credit rating agency Moody's has downgraded 16 Spanish banks along with Santander's UK arm, citing the Spanish government's reduced ability to shore up the banks.Santander UK, whose rating was lowered to A2 - a notch higher than its Spanish parent - insisted there was no impact on its business and that it was an autonomous subsidiary with 90% of its assets held in the UK, where it is also regulated.
If Greece is to stay in the euro, something'sMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amWhile EU leaders now talk publicly of Greece leaving the euro, a little more flexibility could yet keep the currency intactWe'd really like you to stay, but sorry, you may have to leave. This is the message now being sent to Greece by Europe's key leaders in the space between the election earthquake of 6 May and the ballot rerun on 17 June.
How to carry out the perfect snub | Jean HannMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amQueen Sofia of Spain shows it's a straightforward business, as long as you keep these dos and don'ts of snubbery in mindOne can decry the anachronism that is any royal family until one's face is the hue of royal blood, but sometimes even those of us who are the staunchest of republicans must concede that there are certain fields in which royal members do simply reign above the rest of us. Wearing nude tights.
European markets slide over fears about SpaniMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amShares in Bankia tumbled 30% after El Mundo reported that more than ?1bn of deposits had left the bank in the last few daysEuropean stock markets have suffered fresh losses amid reports that nervous customers at Spain's fourth-largest bank had begun withdrawing funds.Shares in Bankia, which was nationalised just a week ago, tumbled 30% at one stage on Thursday after Spanish newspaper El Mundo reported that more than ?1bn ($1.
Barack Obama tells EU: boost growth now or faMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amGermany to be urged to ease austerity during G8 talks as fears of global recession growBarack Obama is to put pressure on Germany to ease the pain of austerity with policies to boost growth, as he uses two days of talks with the G8 industrial nations to warn Europe that it needs to act swiftly to spare the world economy from a second deep recession in four years.Prior to the G8 summit at Camp David this weekend, a warning from the ratings agency Fitch that Greece's days in the single currency could be numbered heightened fears in Washington that the worsening crisis in the eurozone poses a threat to America's fragile recovery and President Obama's re-election chances.
Moody's downgrades Santander UK along with 16May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amShares in Bankia, Spain's fourth largest lender, also tumble as rumours spread of depositors withdrawing fundsThe credit rating agency Moody's has downgraded 16 Spanish banks along with Santander's UK arm, citing the Spanish government's reduced ability to shore up the banks.Santander UK, whose rating was lowered to A2 - a notch higher than its Spanish parent - insisted there was no impact on its business and that it was an autonomous subsidiary with 90% of its assets held in the UK, where it is also regulated.
If Greece is to stay in the euro, something'sMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amWhile EU leaders now talk publicly of Greece leaving the euro, a little more flexibility could yet keep the currency intactWe'd really like you to stay, but sorry, you may have to leave. This is the message now being sent to Greece by Europe's key leaders in the space between the election earthquake of 6 May and the ballot rerun on 17 June.
How to carry out the perfect snub | Jean HannMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amQueen Sofia of Spain shows it's a straightforward business, as long as you keep these dos and don'ts of snubbery in mindOne can decry the anachronism that is any royal family until one's face is the hue of royal blood, but sometimes even those of us who are the staunchest of republicans must concede that there are certain fields in which royal members do simply reign above the rest of us. Wearing nude tights.
European markets slide over fears about SpaniMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amShares in Bankia tumbled 30% after El Mundo reported that more than ?1bn of deposits had left the bank in the last few daysEuropean stock markets have suffered fresh losses amid reports that nervous customers at Spain's fourth-largest bank had begun withdrawing funds.Shares in Bankia, which was nationalised just a week ago, tumbled 30% at one stage on Thursday after Spanish newspaper El Mundo reported that more than ?1bn ($1.
Spanish banks have 'no liquidity problem', saMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSpain's banks are well-funded for at least the next two years and do not have a "liquidity problem", Treasury minister Inigo Fernandez de Mesa said, after 16 of the country's lenders had their credit ratings cut last night.
Spanish royal family in fresh embarrassment oMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSpain's royal family face fresh embarrassment today with the publication of details of the controversial elephant hunting trip taken by King Juan Carlos last month and the mysterious role of the blonde aristocrat who accompanied him.
Caught between the Rock and the euro crisisMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amTelegraph View: The Spanish snub to the Queen smacks of a government that is anxious to distract public attention from its domestic woes.
Spain borrowing costs rise on bank crisis andMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSpain's borrowing costs shot up at a bond auction today, after economic data confirmed the country is back in recession and it was reported that deposits were being taken out of part-nationalised Bankia.
Queen Sofia to snub Diamond Jubilee lunch oveMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmQueen Sofia of Spain ordered to turn down an invitation from the Queen because of an escalating diplomatic row over Gibraltar.
Spain rejects calls to negotiate with ETAMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmSpain's government has rejected calls to negotiate with the leadership of Basque terrorist group ETA saying the group must disarm and disband before official talks can proceed.
Travel firm launches probe after two Britons May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmA travel firm, which organised guided walks in Gran Canaria, is investigating after a 78-year-old woman died during one of its hill walks in temperatures of almost 40C (100F).
Treasure hunters have Supreme Court appeal diMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThe US Supreme Court has refused to grant a final appeal to a Florida company that discovered treasure on a sunken Spanish vessel but was then ordered to return the gold and silver to Spain.
British tourists die in Gran Canaria heatwaveMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmTwo Britons have died in separate incidents while holidaying in Gran Canaria - just days after parts of the Canary Islands were issued with heatwave warnings.
Spanish borrowing costs surge on bank rescue May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmSpanish borrowing costs rose to their highest level over Germany's since the euro was launched, amid fears the country's latest bank rescue plan is inadequate.
Spanish banks have 'no liquidity problem', saMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSpain's banks are well-funded for at least the next two years and do not have a "liquidity problem", Treasury minister Inigo Fernandez de Mesa said, after 16 of the country's lenders had their credit ratings cut last night.
Spanish royal family in fresh embarrassment oMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSpain's royal family face fresh embarrassment today with the publication of details of the controversial elephant hunting trip taken by King Juan Carlos last month and the mysterious role of the blonde aristocrat who accompanied him.
Caught between the Rock and the euro crisisMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amTelegraph View: The Spanish snub to the Queen smacks of a government that is anxious to distract public attention from its domestic woes.
Spain borrowing costs rise on bank crisis andMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSpain's borrowing costs shot up at a bond auction today, after economic data confirmed the country is back in recession and it was reported that deposits were being taken out of part-nationalised Bankia.
Spanish banks have 'no liquidity problem', saMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amSpain's banks are well-funded for at least the next two years and do not have a "liquidity problem", Treasury minister Inigo Fernandez de Mesa said, after 16 of the country's lenders had their credit ratings cut last night.
Spanish royal family in fresh embarrassment oMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amSpain's royal family face fresh embarrassment today with the publication of details of the controversial elephant hunting trip taken by King Juan Carlos last month and the mysterious role of the blonde aristocrat who accompanied him.
Caught between the Rock and the euro crisisMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amTelegraph View: The Spanish snub to the Queen smacks of a government that is anxious to distract public attention from its domestic woes.
Spain borrowing costs rise on bank crisis andMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amSpain's borrowing costs shot up at a bond auction today, after economic data confirmed the country is back in recession and it was reported that deposits were being taken out of part-nationalised Bankia.
Queen Sofia to snub Diamond Jubilee lunch oveMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmQueen Sofia of Spain ordered to turn down an invitation from the Queen because of an escalating diplomatic row over Gibraltar.
Spain rejects calls to negotiate with ETAMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmSpain's government has rejected calls to negotiate with the leadership of Basque terrorist group ETA saying the group must disarm and disband before official talks can proceed.
Soak in the Sun on a TerrazaMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPer the saying ?April Showers Bring May Flowers,? the rain is gone and it is time to enjoy the weather we have been waiting for. Bars, restaurants and caf?s all around the city are opening up their terrazas and creating an ideal place to relax in the afternoon.
80s PartyMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amThis Friday, May 18th MadridBabel is hosting a GREAT 80s PARTY, which will take place from 21:30 to 1:30 at LASAL (c/ Guzm?n el Bueno 98, metro: Islas Filipinas or Guzm?n el Bueno). There will be the best music from the 80's, a lot of gifts sponsored by Beefeater London and, as always, the most [.
International Museum Day and European Night oMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 amMadrid will be celebrating International Museum Day this Friday, May 18 with free admission to many wonderful museums around Madrid. It is the 35th anniversary of this event, which is promoted by the International Council of Museums.
Free Spanish Short Film FestivalMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis Thursday, May 17 there will be a short film festival at 10 pm at Cine Capitol (Calle Gran V?a, 41, metro: Callao). The festival, called Cortogenia, is free.
Madrid's Booziest Beer FestMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis weekend (May 18, 19, 20) marks the inaugural Alimentos de Madrid y Cervezas Artesanal fair taking place at la C?mara Agraria de Madrid. Entrance is free but to sample the brews you must buy an official glass that can be continuously filled with over one hundred beers being showcased.
Taco Bell: Live MasMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmFirst opened in Downey, California in March 1962, Taco Bell has nearly 7,000 restaurants?worldwide. The first Taco Bell in Madrid was opened in the Islazul Shopping Mall in December 2008.
PaPizza: Passion per Porcion!May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmWith the idea from his nonno (Italian for grandfather), Paolo Maglia decided to begin a business to?share?his family?s heritage in Madrid locals & tourists. The first Papizza was opened in 2010 on Gran Via 22.
"Ingl?s y Tapas" MeetupMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm"Ingl?s y Tapas: English Fun with Delicious Food" is a meetup group for English speakers who want to meet new people and for people who want to practice their English. It was started by Spaniard Nuria Zuazo and British Expat Vanessa Fowke.
Saturday: PlanetaMadrid Music FestivalMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmPlanetamadrid was born in 2009 as a platform linking the promotion of roots music with a message of environmental awareness and responsible consumption of resources, through workshops and activities around the promotion of recycling and environmental awareness. Come and share a full day of music,?workshops, and activities?all in collaboration of the San Isidro Festevities, in?honor?of [.
Madrid Independent Circuit 2012May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmSponsored by the Arts Area of Madrid City Council, The Live Night (the Association of Boards of Live Music in Madrid), in close collaboration with a selection of the most important independent labels in our city, presents Madrid Circuit Independent 2012. From room to room, from concert to concert, with free entrance, discover the work [.
Soak in the Sun on a TerrazaMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPer the saying ?April Showers Bring May Flowers,? the rain is gone and it is time to enjoy the weather we have been waiting for. Bars, restaurants and caf?s all around the city are opening up their terrazas and creating an ideal place to relax in the afternoon.
80s PartyMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amThis Friday, May 18th MadridBabel is hosting a GREAT 80s PARTY, which will take place from 21:30 to 1:30 at LASAL (c/ Guzm?n el Bueno 98, metro: Islas Filipinas or Guzm?n el Bueno). There will be the best music from the 80's, a lot of gifts sponsored by Beefeater London and, as always, the most [.
International Museum Day and European Night oMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 amMadrid will be celebrating International Museum Day this Friday, May 18 with free admission to many wonderful museums around Madrid. It is the 35th anniversary of this event, which is promoted by the International Council of Museums.
Free Spanish Short Film FestivalMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis Thursday, May 17 there will be a short film festival at 10 pm at Cine Capitol (Calle Gran V?a, 41, metro: Callao). The festival, called Cortogenia, is free.
Madrid's Booziest Beer FestMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis weekend (May 18, 19, 20) marks the inaugural Alimentos de Madrid y Cervezas Artesanal fair taking place at la C?mara Agraria de Madrid. Entrance is free but to sample the brews you must buy an official glass that can be continuously filled with over one hundred beers being showcased.
Taco Bell: Live MasMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmFirst opened in Downey, California in March 1962, Taco Bell has nearly 7,000 restaurants?worldwide. The first Taco Bell in Madrid was opened in the Islazul Shopping Mall in December 2008.
PaPizza: Passion per Porcion!May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmWith the idea from his nonno (Italian for grandfather), Paolo Maglia decided to begin a business to?share?his family?s heritage in Madrid locals & tourists. The first Papizza was opened in 2010 on Gran Via 22.
"Ingl?s y Tapas" MeetupMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm"Ingl?s y Tapas: English Fun with Delicious Food" is a meetup group for English speakers who want to meet new people and for people who want to practice their English. It was started by Spaniard Nuria Zuazo and British Expat Vanessa Fowke.
Saturday: PlanetaMadrid Music FestivalMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmPlanetamadrid was born in 2009 as a platform linking the promotion of roots music with a message of environmental awareness and responsible consumption of resources, through workshops and activities around the promotion of recycling and environmental awareness. Come and share a full day of music,?workshops, and activities?all in collaboration of the San Isidro Festevities, in?honor?of [.
Madrid Independent Circuit 2012May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmSponsored by the Arts Area of Madrid City Council, The Live Night (the Association of Boards of Live Music in Madrid), in close collaboration with a selection of the most important independent labels in our city, presents Madrid Circuit Independent 2012. From room to room, from concert to concert, with free entrance, discover the work [.
Summer holidays in Spain are now cheaper thanMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmA recent study by the Post Office Travel Money has confirmed that this year is a great year to travel. The Euro crisis and the relative strength of the Pound Sterling is making travelling abroad ever more appealing this year.
Fun with the kids in Antequera - near M?lagaMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmLast week my daughter went on a field trip with her school to Antequera. ?The aim of the day was to explore the Karst or Lime formations of the area known as El Torcal ? which used to be under the sea.
Family picnic spot; the river pools in La ResMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmWith summer fast upon us and temperatures already pushing 30C in southern Spain. People?s minds are naturally turning to beaches, to water and to places to cool off.
Spanish shorts - Sa RieraMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmA friend remarked at how that when i write about the glory of Spain i can get carried away and write too much. Fair point.
Best beaches on the Costa del Sol - Playa de May 10, 2012 | 5:00 amPlaya de la Rijana, or Rijana beach is situated in the province of Granada just outside of the village of?Castell de Ferro. Some 20 kms east of Motril.
An Eastenders Actress, Toledo and the Jewish May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmWatching the actress June Brown from Eastenders on TV on Monday night ? not in her usual Dot- Cotton- fag- in -hand pose, but researching her family on the programme `Who Do You Think You Are?? which traces the?genealogy of famous people and their unknown ?-sometimes better forgotten! ? ancestors. ?Anyway, turns out her family [.
Trains and boats and planesMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmHow do you like to arrive in Spain? In the traditional fashion, by air? Or by sailing to your destination? Or, perhaps, by train? First impressions are important and I have been very impressed when arriving at certain distinctive locations.? There are some grand railway stations in Spain.
Zoo de Castellar - a different kind of zooMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you are looking for something different and definitely not, your normal, run of the mill zoo or animal refuge - the Zoo de Castellar is well worth a visit. Situated just outside of the village of Castellar de la Frontera, about ten minutes inland from Sotogrande and not far from the Sotogrande International School, [.
Flaming June in SpainMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmWe always said that years ago ? Flaming June?but as I recall there was never anything remotely hot about it! At least not on Northern European shores?this June book a respite from the damp squib of early British `Summer? weather and come to Spain instead ? let?s see what?s on? Book a holiday home or [.
Summer holidays in Spain are now cheaper thanMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmA recent study by the Post Office Travel Money has confirmed that this year is a great year to travel. The Euro crisis and the relative strength of the Pound Sterling is making travelling abroad ever more appealing this year.
Fun with the kids in Antequera - near M?lagaMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmLast week my daughter went on a field trip with her school to Antequera. ?The aim of the day was to explore the Karst or Lime formations of the area known as El Torcal ? which used to be under the sea.
Family picnic spot; the river pools in La ResMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmWith summer fast upon us and temperatures already pushing 30C in southern Spain. People?s minds are naturally turning to beaches, to water and to places to cool off.
Spanish shorts - Sa RieraMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmA friend remarked at how that when i write about the glory of Spain i can get carried away and write too much. Fair point.
Best beaches on the Costa del Sol - Playa de May 10, 2012 | 5:00 amPlaya de la Rijana, or Rijana beach is situated in the province of Granada just outside of the village of?Castell de Ferro. Some 20 kms east of Motril.
An Eastenders Actress, Toledo and the Jewish May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmWatching the actress June Brown from Eastenders on TV on Monday night ? not in her usual Dot- Cotton- fag- in -hand pose, but researching her family on the programme `Who Do You Think You Are?? which traces the?genealogy of famous people and their unknown ?-sometimes better forgotten! ? ancestors. ?Anyway, turns out her family [.
Trains and boats and planesMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmHow do you like to arrive in Spain? In the traditional fashion, by air? Or by sailing to your destination? Or, perhaps, by train? First impressions are important and I have been very impressed when arriving at certain distinctive locations.? There are some grand railway stations in Spain.
Zoo de Castellar - a different kind of zooMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you are looking for something different and definitely not, your normal, run of the mill zoo or animal refuge - the Zoo de Castellar is well worth a visit. Situated just outside of the village of Castellar de la Frontera, about ten minutes inland from Sotogrande and not far from the Sotogrande International School, [.
Flaming June in SpainMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmWe always said that years ago ? Flaming June?but as I recall there was never anything remotely hot about it! At least not on Northern European shores?this June book a respite from the damp squib of early British `Summer? weather and come to Spain instead ? let?s see what?s on? Book a holiday home or [.
2012 San Isidro Festival in Madrid's Pradera May 16, 2012 | 12:00 amToday, 15th of May, is Madrid?s Patron Saint?s Day, San Isidro Labrador. It?s Madrid?s most ?Castizo? day of the year with festival events throughout the city including concerts in ?Las Vistillas?, a month long bullfight festival in the Plaza de ? Continue reading ?.
BIG Price Raise in Madrid Public TransportatiApr 11, 2012 | 10:30 pmStarting 1 May 2012, end-users of Madrid?s Public Transportation System will feel the sting of the sharpest price raises in 10-years. This raise takes place at the same time as the prices of gasoline, electricity and natural gas go up ? Continue reading ?.
Palm Sunday Procession in Madrid 2012Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmPalm Sunday, or ?Domingo de Ramos? in Spanish, is the first day of Holy Week (?Semana Santa?) processions throughout Spain. This afternoon I caught the ?Cristo de la Fe y del Perd?n? procession of the San Miguel Church in Madrid, ? Continue reading ?.
Spain's General Labor Strike TodayApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmToday is a General Labor Strike in Spain against labor reform. That?s not to say no one is going to work, but enough so you?d notice.
Langostinos - FAT Shrimp for Friday Night DinMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmGrowing up in the rural Ohio, USA, ?America?s Heartland?, eating shrimp was a near-luxury, something you only got if you went to the Red Lobster family restaurant in the next town. If you went to ?the big city?, however, you ? Continue reading ?.
C(H)OEURS Ballet-Opera in Teatro Real MadridMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pm(pssst! One of the below photos contains full rear male nudity. if you?re sensitive to such things, read no further ? but you don?t really see anything apart from their rears.
Spring Sprung Early in MadridMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmThe almond trees are blooming and buds are sprouting, too. It must have reached 70?F here today and, surprising to no one, and it was a perfect day.
Spanish Holiday TV Tour of Huertas MadridMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmLast September 2011 I had the true pleasure and privilege to escort television personality, Najip Ali through the Plaza Santa Ana and the Barrio de Huertas in Madrid ? ON CAMERA!!! Najip is the host of ?Makan Angin Sepanyol? (?Spanish ? Continue reading ?.
Semana Santa - Holy Week in SevilleMar 12, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe following is a "guest blog" by Susan from Michigan USA, her second guest blog on MadridMan's Madrid Blog. The photos included are the property of Susan herself.
11 March 2012: Choose Your Cause. Or Don't!Mar 12, 2012 | 1:30 pmToday, Sunday March 11, they scheduled a march and demonstration from the Plaza de Neptuno to the Puerta del Sol in Madrid to protest the labor reforms in Spain. Today, Sunday, March 11, is also the 8th year anniversary of ? Continue reading ?.
F?rnolesMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis year we have had a prolonged cold winter, a short spring season and this week we have been straight into summer. And so this was a glorious day for the celebration of mass at the ermita de la Virgen de Montserrate, also called the Santuario de Nuestra Se?ora de F?rnoles.
English conversation!May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmSince February we have visited the Emilio Diaz primary school in Alca?iz to talk in English to a group of teachers who were keen to improve their language skills.Yesterday evening was the final session and in true Spanish style it was finished with a wonderful spread of food and wine.
ZaragozaMay 10, 2012 | 5:00 amIt's off to Zaragoza by coach with a group of 60 adults from the various courses provided in the Matarra?a area and the weather is the best of the year so far.Zaragoza is developing into a most pedestrian friendly city and has the roads in the centre with tables, chairs and sunshades for the local bars spread around.
All the fun of the feria!May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmThis weekend has been fair-time in Valderrobres, or a feria as it is called here. The main road to Monroyo had been closed off and by-passed and there were stalls lining each side.
Spanish cooking!May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmAnother session of the cookery course showed the ladies of the Amas de Casa of Torre del Compte how to make.
Expat-blog.comMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amThe following article is written by Julien who runs a blog called "Expat-blog". This caters for the needs of people moving to various parts of the world, not just Spain, from their home country.
More Sudoku and a visitor.May 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmMargaret continues to prove she is the "Queen of Sudoku" by solving the puzzles faster than 99% of other people. Incredible!There are different levels of difficulty; the one above is classified as "Nightmare" level.
St GeorgeApr 26, 2012 | 3:00 pmSt George is the patron Saint of Arag?n and so the 23rd April is a public holiday here. He is celebrated with a presentation which takes place in the main square of Alca?iz, the Plaza Espa?a.
Pablo's 50th birthday presentationApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmLast month was Pablo's 50th birthday and this evening we gave him his presents; a hunting jacket and a pair of super hiking boots.Of course, this meant another opportunity for a party of "aperitivos".
Even more Spanish recipesApr 16, 2012 | 12:30 amHere are 3 more delicious recipes from Chef Carlos from his demonstration with the Amas de Casa of Torre del Compte this afternoon.On the menu today is Goats cheese salad with violet jam, Ensalada de queso de cabra con mermelada de violetas,.
F?rnolesMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis year we have had a prolonged cold winter, a short spring season and this week we have been straight into summer. And so this was a glorious day for the celebration of mass at the ermita de la Virgen de Montserrate, also called the Santuario de Nuestra Se?ora de F?rnoles.
English conversation!May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmSince February we have visited the Emilio Diaz primary school in Alca?iz to talk in English to a group of teachers who were keen to improve their language skills.Yesterday evening was the final session and in true Spanish style it was finished with a wonderful spread of food and wine.
ZaragozaMay 10, 2012 | 5:00 amIt's off to Zaragoza by coach with a group of 60 adults from the various courses provided in the Matarra?a area and the weather is the best of the year so far.Zaragoza is developing into a most pedestrian friendly city and has the roads in the centre with tables, chairs and sunshades for the local bars spread around.
All the fun of the feria!May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmThis weekend has been fair-time in Valderrobres, or a feria as it is called here. The main road to Monroyo had been closed off and by-passed and there were stalls lining each side.
Spanish cooking!May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmAnother session of the cookery course showed the ladies of the Amas de Casa of Torre del Compte how to make.
Expat-blog.comMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amThe following article is written by Julien who runs a blog called "Expat-blog". This caters for the needs of people moving to various parts of the world, not just Spain, from their home country.
More Sudoku and a visitor.May 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmMargaret continues to prove she is the "Queen of Sudoku" by solving the puzzles faster than 99% of other people. Incredible!There are different levels of difficulty; the one above is classified as "Nightmare" level.
St GeorgeApr 26, 2012 | 3:00 pmSt George is the patron Saint of Arag?n and so the 23rd April is a public holiday here. He is celebrated with a presentation which takes place in the main square of Alca?iz, the Plaza Espa?a.
Pablo's 50th birthday presentationApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmLast month was Pablo's 50th birthday and this evening we gave him his presents; a hunting jacket and a pair of super hiking boots.Of course, this meant another opportunity for a party of "aperitivos".
Even more Spanish recipesApr 16, 2012 | 12:30 amHere are 3 more delicious recipes from Chef Carlos from his demonstration with the Amas de Casa of Torre del Compte this afternoon.On the menu today is Goats cheese salad with violet jam, Ensalada de queso de cabra con mermelada de violetas,.
Spain Cheapest in Over Three Years for BritsMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThe euro-to-pound exchange rate is at the best it's been for British travelers since late 2008, as the euro crisis goes from really bad to even worse.
As Greece slides towards almost-certain exit from the European single currency, and with Spanish unemployment at an all-time high, Spain has rarely been as cheap to visit as it is now.
Bjork Cancels Primavera AppearancesMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmIcelandic singer Bjork has canceled her appearances at this year's Primavera Sound festivals, according to a press release from the festival organizers.
Citing medical problems, Bjork has canceled a number of concerts this summer, including her shows at the Primavera Sound events in Barcelona and Porto.
Best Ferries to Morocco from SpainMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmAs I said in a blog post a few days ago, Morocco is safe in 2012, despite problems in other parts of the Arab world. In fact, Morocco was never really hit by the Arab Spring.
Greatest Bars on Earth - And Barcelona Has TwMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmAn article in The Times (that's the British newspaper, or 'The Times of London' as they call it in the US), has named its '50 greatest bars on earth' and two of the bars are in Barcelona, Spain.
Is Morocco Safe in 2012?May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmMorocco, the gateway to Africa for visitors to Spain, lies just 14km away from Tarifa in Andalusia and there are regular ferries from Spain to Morocco from several ports in Spain.?A lot of visitors to Spain travel to Morocco, either as a day trip or a longer mini-break, but these numbers have dropped in the past year due to the Arab Spring.
Granada to Toledo (and Toledo to Granada) WitMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmWhen visitors to Spain want to head south from Madrid to Andalusia (or north from Andalusia to Madrid), it seems logical when looking at a map to go via Toledo. Medieval Toledo is one of the best day trips from Madrid and looks perfectly situated between Toledo and Granada, as the crow flies.
May and June in SpainApr 28, 2012 | 4:30 amSpring is turning into summer, particularly in the south of Spain, but we've not reached the fierce intensity of July and August yet - May and June are the perfect months to visit Spain.
Where Can You Find the Best Gin and Tonic?Apr 23, 2012 | 5:00 pmWhere in the world can you get the perfect gin and tonic? As this website is about Spain, you can guess where I'm going to say, can't you? But it's true: as Cognac-Ferrand president Alexandre Gabriel, who knows a thing or two about G&Ts, says: "Only Spain knows how to make a gin and tonic.".
Pamplona Running of the Bulls Trip PreparatioApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmJudging by the emails I'm receiving, a lot of you are currently planning your trip to the Pamplona Bull Run 2012.
The bull runs take place every morning for a week each year in July.
Could the King of Spain Abdicate?Apr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmThe Spanish King, Juan Carlos I, has found himself in hot water recently over an elephant hunting trip to Botswana while his country suffers a severe economic crisis, with calls in some quarters for his abdication. So what are the chances of the King of Spain abdicating and what would happen if he did?.
Spain Cheapest in Over Three Years for BritsMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThe euro-to-pound exchange rate is at the best it's been for British travelers since late 2008, as the euro crisis goes from really bad to even worse.
As Greece slides towards almost-certain exit from the European single currency, and with Spanish unemployment at an all-time high, Spain has rarely been as cheap to visit as it is now.
Bjork Cancels Primavera AppearancesMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmIcelandic singer Bjork has canceled her appearances at this year's Primavera Sound festivals, according to a press release from the festival organizers.
Citing medical problems, Bjork has canceled a number of concerts this summer, including her shows at the Primavera Sound events in Barcelona and Porto.
Best Ferries to Morocco from SpainMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmAs I said in a blog post a few days ago, Morocco is safe in 2012, despite problems in other parts of the Arab world. In fact, Morocco was never really hit by the Arab Spring.
Greatest Bars on Earth - And Barcelona Has TwMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmAn article in The Times (that's the British newspaper, or 'The Times of London' as they call it in the US), has named its '50 greatest bars on earth' and two of the bars are in Barcelona, Spain.
Is Morocco Safe in 2012?May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmMorocco, the gateway to Africa for visitors to Spain, lies just 14km away from Tarifa in Andalusia and there are regular ferries from Spain to Morocco from several ports in Spain.?A lot of visitors to Spain travel to Morocco, either as a day trip or a longer mini-break, but these numbers have dropped in the past year due to the Arab Spring.
Granada to Toledo (and Toledo to Granada) WitMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmWhen visitors to Spain want to head south from Madrid to Andalusia (or north from Andalusia to Madrid), it seems logical when looking at a map to go via Toledo. Medieval Toledo is one of the best day trips from Madrid and looks perfectly situated between Toledo and Granada, as the crow flies.
May and June in SpainApr 28, 2012 | 4:30 amSpring is turning into summer, particularly in the south of Spain, but we've not reached the fierce intensity of July and August yet - May and June are the perfect months to visit Spain.
Where Can You Find the Best Gin and Tonic?Apr 23, 2012 | 5:00 pmWhere in the world can you get the perfect gin and tonic? As this website is about Spain, you can guess where I'm going to say, can't you? But it's true: as Cognac-Ferrand president Alexandre Gabriel, who knows a thing or two about G&Ts, says: "Only Spain knows how to make a gin and tonic.".
Pamplona Running of the Bulls Trip PreparatioApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmJudging by the emails I'm receiving, a lot of you are currently planning your trip to the Pamplona Bull Run 2012.
The bull runs take place every morning for a week each year in July.
Could the King of Spain Abdicate?Apr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmThe Spanish King, Juan Carlos I, has found himself in hot water recently over an elephant hunting trip to Botswana while his country suffers a severe economic crisis, with calls in some quarters for his abdication. So what are the chances of the King of Spain abdicating and what would happen if he did?.
Victor Gardner's London Letter: Lloyds Bank dMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmTHE move by the Co-op to acquire over 632 branches of Lloyds Bank throughout Britain appears to be back on and a plan has now been put to the City regulator.
The Co-op deal had been under threat because of the involvement of the Financial Services Authority, but a plan to transfer management with the branches to run the Co-op?s enlarged banking business is thought to have met with approval.
El Hierro "needs urgent campaign"May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm
A business organisation on El Hierro has described the economic situation on the island as ?dire? in the wake of the underwater volcanic eruption and seismic activity.
The whole island has been off alert and back to normality for some months but the Association for Small and Medium Enterprises (Apyme) says times are still ?very worrying?.
Steroids siezedMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmMore drug arrests on Gomera:?Police have made further arrests for drug trafficking offences as part of an operation code-named ?Civic?.
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La Palma faces freeze on all projectsMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmHard-hitting cuts:?La Palma is facing a serious situation regarding the freezing of major projects?on the island.
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EQUO criticism: Party laments "tax on illnessMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmThe Spanish political party, EQUO has accused the?Government of ?not telling the truth? about the health prescription system
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Third World poverty is falling fastMay 10, 2012 | 5:00 amWe all know the clich?s: Is the glass half full or half empty? Is the light in the tunnel the train coming towards you? But this time the new World Bank figures for the decrease in Third World poverty are absolutely clear. The glass is filling up.
Canary Island news in briefMay 10, 2012 | 5:00 amPatera caught:?A tiny boat just six metres long was carrying at least two illegal immigrants, police have confirmed.?The vessel was spotted just off the coast of Fuerteventura in the early hours of the morning.
Singer says "be positive"May 10, 2012 | 5:00 amA concert by the singer Ana Torroja, due to have been held in March, has been re-scheduled for June 10th.
Those who bought tickets for the original date may use them, whilst others are on sale through the usual channels, including the box office at the Auditorium in Santa Cruz where the concert will be held.
Saving the Spix: Tenerife's Loro Parque pioneMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmDoctors can help infertile couples have a baby and now experts at the Loro Parque Foundation can do the same for parrots!
In collaboration with the German University of Giessen, a new technique of artificial insemination has been developed which is likely to save the Spix?s Macaw, extinct in the wild since 2000.
The species still exists in captivity although there are fewer than 80 individuals in a recovery programme supervised by the Brazilian government.
UK Inheritance TaxMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmUnlike other taxes, UK Inheritance Tax (IHT) follows you around the world, regardless of where you may reside. ?This is because it is based on domicile, not residence, and it can be harder than you realise to shake off your British domicile status.
Being HappyMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm?is up to you, only up to you, and not up to anyone else. Look after yourself, do things you like, love yourself (and other people will love you more as a result) ?means being peaceful .
Cadiz Old TownMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmOne from my photo archives ? Cadiz old town is one of the most intriguing places in Spain, it transports you to different eras at every turn. Go and see it some time! Over at Notes in Spanish: More Photos, and Fun Spanish Food and Snacks Vocab.
The Happiest Cow in SpainMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amHe may have a bit of mud to contend with, but have you seen his view? Only in Asturias? And a gentle trot down the track brings him to the magnificent Playa de Cuevas del Mar. Lucky Cow.
The Madrid Confessions - AudiobookMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmHola! Three years ago I wrote, or spoke, a follow up to my book Errant In Iberia. It?s an audiobook, that I sold on this site for a while.
Beautiful Asturian FernsMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmFrom woodland near Arriondas? though almost any pathway in Asturias will turn up beautiful things like this at this time of year.
A Great Spain Photo Blog...Mar 7, 2012 | 12:00 pmDefinitely not in Kansas anymore: A pathway along the Noguera Ribagorzana river, which separates Aragon and Catalunya in northern Spain, has no guardrails and no wire banister to hang on to. A single small sign at the trailhead tells hikers to watch their step, highlighting the difference between between Spain and places like the United [.
Still In Love With Asturias...Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmLago Ercina, The Higher of the Covadonga Lakes. Playa de Cuevas del Mar (Map) Asturias is still as green and majestic as ever (as if it would have changed!) Where else in the world can you leave such a stunning coastline and in under an hour be high up in mountains so impressive that they [.
Welcome to Notes From Spain!Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIf this is your first visit then ?Bienvenido! You?ll find endless information about Life in Spain, Spanish food, travel in Spain, our famous Spain podcasts, and even learning Spanish, at our sister site Notes in Spanish.
Being HappyMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm?is up to you, only up to you, and not up to anyone else. Look after yourself, do things you like, love yourself (and other people will love you more as a result) ?means being peaceful .
Cadiz Old TownMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmOne from my photo archives ? Cadiz old town is one of the most intriguing places in Spain, it transports you to different eras at every turn. Go and see it some time! Over at Notes in Spanish: More Photos, and Fun Spanish Food and Snacks Vocab.
The Happiest Cow in SpainMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amHe may have a bit of mud to contend with, but have you seen his view? Only in Asturias? And a gentle trot down the track brings him to the magnificent Playa de Cuevas del Mar. Lucky Cow.
The Madrid Confessions - AudiobookMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmHola! Three years ago I wrote, or spoke, a follow up to my book Errant In Iberia. It?s an audiobook, that I sold on this site for a while.
Beautiful Asturian FernsMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmFrom woodland near Arriondas? though almost any pathway in Asturias will turn up beautiful things like this at this time of year.
A Great Spain Photo Blog...Mar 7, 2012 | 12:00 pmDefinitely not in Kansas anymore: A pathway along the Noguera Ribagorzana river, which separates Aragon and Catalunya in northern Spain, has no guardrails and no wire banister to hang on to. A single small sign at the trailhead tells hikers to watch their step, highlighting the difference between between Spain and places like the United [.
Still In Love With Asturias...Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmLago Ercina, The Higher of the Covadonga Lakes. Playa de Cuevas del Mar (Map) Asturias is still as green and majestic as ever (as if it would have changed!) Where else in the world can you leave such a stunning coastline and in under an hour be high up in mountains so impressive that they [.
Welcome to Notes From Spain!Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIf this is your first visit then ?Bienvenido! You?ll find endless information about Life in Spain, Spanish food, travel in Spain, our famous Spain podcasts, and even learning Spanish, at our sister site Notes in Spanish.
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Three bedroom apartment for 1 to 8 guests
Apartment of 90 m2, located in the heart of Madrid, fully equipped, air condition, 2 bathrooms, balcony, at walking distance to main sights.
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Apartment San Miguel, Madrid
Two bedroom apartment for 1 to 6 guests??
Brand new apartment of 65m2, great location in the city center - at walking distance to Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Teatro Real, fully equipped kitchen.
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Apartment Teatro Real, Madrid
One bedroom apartment for 1 to 5 guests
Cozy duplex of 60m2, air condition, well located, next to Royal Theater, 10 min. walking to Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Internet access, close to public transport.
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Apartment Plaza Mayor 3, Madrid NEW
Two bedroom apartment for 1 to 6 guests
Duplex of 76 m2, 2 bathrooms, well located next to Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, 2x balcony, fully equipped kitchen, air condition, Internet.
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Apartment Mirall, Barcelona
Three bedroom apartment for 1 to 8 guests
Sunny apartment of 80 m2, balcony, situated in the residencial area Sant Gervasi, well equipped, Internet connection, public transport nearby.
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Apartment Piamonte Residence Bajo C, Madrid
Two bedroom apartment for 1 to 6 guests
Well located in the city center - Chueca district, 60 m2, fully equipped kitchen, air condition, Internet acces, close to public transport.
Apartment Tarradellas, BarcelonaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pm
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Apartment Tarradellas, Barcelona
Three bedroom apartment for 1 to 7 guests
Luminous apartment of 85 m2, fully equipped, air condition/heating, Wi-Fi Internet Connection, close to L'illa Diagonal Shopping Mall, Sants.
Apartment Diagonal Residence 6C, BarcelonaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pm
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Apartment Diagonal Residence 6C, Barcelona
Two bedroom apartment for 1 to 6 guests
Well located apartment of 70m2, Gaudi?s masterpieces at a walking distance, balcony, air condition/heating, fully equipped, near public transport.
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Apartment Diagonal Residence Pral 1, Barcelona
Two bedroom apartment for 1 to 6 guests Cozy Apartment of 70m2, Internet access, air condition, few steps to Av. Diagonal - Business street in Barcelona, near the shopping street Passeig de Gracia.
Apartment Diagonal Residence 5, BarcelonaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pm
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Apartment Diagonal Residence 5, Barcelona
Two bedroom apartment for 1 to 6 guests
Apartment of 70m2, few steps from the business avenida Diagonal, approx. 20min.
Promoci?n de ?ltima hora para alojamiento en May 4, 2012 | 9:00 amOferta de alojamiento en el complejo tur?stico deportivo, ubicado?en Berga,?Pirineo Catal?n para LA SEGUNDA PASCUA del 25 al 28/05 (Oferta v?lida si se realiza antes del 15 de mayo):?
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Alojamiento para 2, 4 o 6 personas.?
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Oferta ?ltima hora de alojamiento en Berga - Apr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amTe hacemos llegar una oferta de ?ltima hora para este FIN DE SEMANA en Berga Resort, Berga (barcelona), Espa?a.??
Del 20 al 22 de abril (3 d?as - 2 noches):?
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Turismo rural y mucho m?s - Feria de Turismo Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIntur prepara su decimoquinto aniversario.??La Feria de Turismo de Interior en Valladolid, Castilla y Le?n, Espa?a,?abrir? sus puertas el pr?ximo jueves 24 de noviembre.
Feria de Turismo de Interior en Valladolid - Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmLa Feria de Turismo de Interior se celebrar? en Valladolid, Espa?a?del 24 al 27 de noviembre pr?ximos
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INTUR est? preparando su decimoquinto aniversario, una edici?n especial que se celebrar? del jueves 24 al domingo 27 de noviembre en la Feria de Valladolid.
Durante las dos primeras jornadas los contenidos del certamen se orientan hacia los profesionales, [.
Fusi?n de Jazz y Flamenco en Madrid, Espa?a -Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmJazz y Flamenco en Directo en La Escalera de Jacob, Madrid, mi?rcoles, 5 de octubre, 22:00 horas.
Una original visi?n del flamenco elaborada por m?sicos conocedores y apasionados del jazz.
M?sica en Directo en Las Rozas, Madrid, con: Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmNoches de Verano con M?sica, Las Rozas (Madrid)
Viernes 8, 15 y 22 de julio de 2011, a las 22:30h
Anfiteatro del Parque Par?s, Las Rozas. Mapa.
INTUR 2011, Feria Internacional de Turismo deFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmINTUR, la Feria Internacional de Turismo de Interior que se celebra anualmente en Valladolid cumple este a?o su decimoquinta edici?n. Este certamen, que se desarrollar? del 24 al 27 de noviembre, orienta sus contenidos hacia los profesionales y tambi?n a los usuarios finales de los productos tur?sticos.
M?sica en directo del grupo Mu, Oporto, PortuFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmDesde Oporto, el grupo Mu se presentar? en Buitrago del Lozoya (Madrid) el s?bado 2 de abril, para poner el broche a una tarde de cultura dedicada a la historia, la pintura contempor?nea y la m?sica m?s cosmopolita.
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La tarde del s?bado 2 de abril tienes una cita especial con la cultura en Buitrago del Lozoya.
M?sica de Asturias y Arag?n en el Festival FoFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmFESTIVAL FOLKINVIERNO LAS ROZAS
LAS M?SICAS DE ASTURIAS Y DE ARAG?N HAN SIDO LAS PROTAGONISTAS EN LA SEGUNDA SEMANA DE FOLKINVIERNO
De Asturias nos ha visitado la Asturiana Mining Company, con el cantante y gaitero Berto Varillas al frente. De Arag?n ha sido el grupo de referencia en la recuperaci?n de las m?sicas de tradici?n [.
Promoci?n de ?ltima hora para alojamiento en May 4, 2012 | 9:00 amOferta de alojamiento en el complejo tur?stico deportivo, ubicado?en Berga,?Pirineo Catal?n para LA SEGUNDA PASCUA del 25 al 28/05 (Oferta v?lida si se realiza antes del 15 de mayo):?
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Alojamiento para 2, 4 o 6 personas.?
+ Todas las instalaciones: tenis, padel, piscinas climatizadas, gimnasio, sala de fitness, parque infantil exterior, petanca, ping-pong, min club y salti [.
Oferta ?ltima hora de alojamiento en Berga - Apr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amTe hacemos llegar una oferta de ?ltima hora para este FIN DE SEMANA en Berga Resort, Berga (barcelona), Espa?a.??
Del 20 al 22 de abril (3 d?as - 2 noches):?
+ Piscinas climatizadas (1h/d?a)?
+ Gimnasio?
+ Sala de fitness?
+ Mini club?
+ Parque infantil exterior?
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Bungalow para 2 personas: ?148 euros (sin descuento 182 euros)?
Mobil home para 4 personas: 206 [.
Turismo rural y mucho m?s - Feria de Turismo Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIntur prepara su decimoquinto aniversario.??La Feria de Turismo de Interior en Valladolid, Castilla y Le?n, Espa?a,?abrir? sus puertas el pr?ximo jueves 24 de noviembre.
Feria de Turismo de Interior en Valladolid - Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmLa Feria de Turismo de Interior se celebrar? en Valladolid, Espa?a?del 24 al 27 de noviembre pr?ximos
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INTUR est? preparando su decimoquinto aniversario, una edici?n especial que se celebrar? del jueves 24 al domingo 27 de noviembre en la Feria de Valladolid.
Durante las dos primeras jornadas los contenidos del certamen se orientan hacia los profesionales, [.
Fusi?n de Jazz y Flamenco en Madrid, Espa?a -Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmJazz y Flamenco en Directo en La Escalera de Jacob, Madrid, mi?rcoles, 5 de octubre, 22:00 horas.
Una original visi?n del flamenco elaborada por m?sicos conocedores y apasionados del jazz.
M?sica en Directo en Las Rozas, Madrid, con: Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmNoches de Verano con M?sica, Las Rozas (Madrid)
Viernes 8, 15 y 22 de julio de 2011, a las 22:30h
Anfiteatro del Parque Par?s, Las Rozas. Mapa.
INTUR 2011, Feria Internacional de Turismo deFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmINTUR, la Feria Internacional de Turismo de Interior que se celebra anualmente en Valladolid cumple este a?o su decimoquinta edici?n. Este certamen, que se desarrollar? del 24 al 27 de noviembre, orienta sus contenidos hacia los profesionales y tambi?n a los usuarios finales de los productos tur?sticos.
M?sica en directo del grupo Mu, Oporto, PortuFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmDesde Oporto, el grupo Mu se presentar? en Buitrago del Lozoya (Madrid) el s?bado 2 de abril, para poner el broche a una tarde de cultura dedicada a la historia, la pintura contempor?nea y la m?sica m?s cosmopolita.
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La tarde del s?bado 2 de abril tienes una cita especial con la cultura en Buitrago del Lozoya.
M?sica de Asturias y Arag?n en el Festival FoFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmFESTIVAL FOLKINVIERNO LAS ROZAS
LAS M?SICAS DE ASTURIAS Y DE ARAG?N HAN SIDO LAS PROTAGONISTAS EN LA SEGUNDA SEMANA DE FOLKINVIERNO
De Asturias nos ha visitado la Asturiana Mining Company, con el cantante y gaitero Berto Varillas al frente. De Arag?n ha sido el grupo de referencia en la recuperaci?n de las m?sicas de tradici?n [.
5,639,500 Unemployed in SpainApr 28, 2012 | 4:30 amUnemlpoyment in Spain has risen by 365,900 in the first trimester, reaching a total of 5,639,500. The unemployment rate in Spain now stands at 24.
8,000 British Students Invade Salou During AnApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmOver 8,000 british students, one thousand more than last year, have invaded the Costa Dorada?s tourist resort of Salou in what is now the 12th edition of the Saloufest. The British operator I Love Tour assures that ?the Saloufest is the best sporting trip for English and Irish college students.
Hotel Incosol in Marbella Closes After 39 YeaApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmAfter 39 years, the hotel Incosol closed down on Sunday due to a lack of economic resources. The 130 workers have pledged to stay on and wait for an investor to buy the hotel.
New Nightclub for Deaf People Opens in MadridFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA new nightclub opened in the capital of Spain this month, catering for deaf people. The songs that play in the nightclub are accompanied by subtitled videos and sign language videos that are projected on various screens throughout the venue.
Half of Spain "Addicted" to the InternetFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmNearly half of all Spaniards (45%) claim to ?be addicted? to the internet, amongst them, the majority are women and youngsters between 18 and 34. The figures come from the ?Nestea Study about the Internet and Social Networks?, carried out by the Sondea Institute.
Iberia Pilots Confirm Strike in DecemberFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIberia?s pilots will strike in December, according to the trade union that represents the pilots (Sepla-Ibera). Specific dates have not been confirmed yet.
Barcelona Ranked in Top 50 of World's Best CiFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmBarcelona has been ranked 40th in the 50 cities with the best quality of life in the world. Madrid made it to 43rd.
Apple to Open Fifth Store in Spain; After MarFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmApple has announced the opening of its fifth store in Spain this Saturday, December 3, only a week after it opened its largest store in the country in Marbella?last weekend. The new Apple store in Valencia is on Calle Cristobal Colon, 25 (intersection with Calle Roger de Lauria).
The Hidden Costa Blanca TreasureApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmLatest Costa Blanca newsletter covering a true hidden treasure among the places you must visit around the area.
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The Wow Pictures NewsletterFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIt is the time of the year where you ?the least? think about your next holiday. It?s those dark, misty short daylight days, where you get even in a bad mood, just by looking outside your window? ? so I thought ? STOP ? let this newsletter be a really WOW ? Newsletter.
Volvo Ocean Race - Alicante 2012 PicturesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmFor the second time after 2008 the Volvo Ocean Boat race started here in Alicante. Not being a sailing guy myself, I took couple of days off and had a look what this is all about.
Fuel Policies of Rental Car Companies ExplainFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWe explain what pick up full and return empty or return full as fuel policy of rental car companies mean. With simple charts and a easy to find out video.
Alicante Airport Car Hire: Where is the NeareFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIf you return your rental car at Alicante airport with a full tank you will need to find a gas station nearby. This article shows you where to find gas stations close to Alicante airport.
News and Updates About Corvera Murcia AirportFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmUpdates on the new Murcia airport in Corvera. Covering when the airport will open, which airline will fly to it and what happens to the current San Javier Murcia airport.
End of Summer Holiday Season - Alicante Bus aFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIn this edition of our free newsletter we cover news on the Alicante bus station, the train station and the Alicante cable car network. Additionally a look at this years Volvo Ocean Race which starts in Alicante in September.
Hotel Mar Blau in Benidorm - A Readers ReviewFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmOur reader Angela send us this review of the hotel Mar Blau in Benidorm. A detailed look at location, food and facilities.
Alicante Airport To Santa Pola and Gran AlacaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA detailed overview on how to get from Alicante airport to the cities of Santa Pola, El Altet and the area of Gran Alacant.
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Airport Updates and Festivities in AlicanteFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIts the time of the year where you are either already on your way to the Costa Blanca or still thinking about it. Perhaps you have been here in the past and are still subscriber of our free newsletter, just to keep touch with whats going on around this part of Spain.
The Hidden Costa Blanca TreasureApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmLatest Costa Blanca newsletter covering a true hidden treasure among the places you must visit around the area.
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The Wow Pictures NewsletterFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIt is the time of the year where you ?the least? think about your next holiday. It?s those dark, misty short daylight days, where you get even in a bad mood, just by looking outside your window? ? so I thought ? STOP ? let this newsletter be a really WOW ? Newsletter.
Volvo Ocean Race - Alicante 2012 PicturesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmFor the second time after 2008 the Volvo Ocean Boat race started here in Alicante. Not being a sailing guy myself, I took couple of days off and had a look what this is all about.
Fuel Policies of Rental Car Companies ExplainFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWe explain what pick up full and return empty or return full as fuel policy of rental car companies mean. With simple charts and a easy to find out video.
Alicante Airport Car Hire: Where is the NeareFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIf you return your rental car at Alicante airport with a full tank you will need to find a gas station nearby. This article shows you where to find gas stations close to Alicante airport.
News and Updates About Corvera Murcia AirportFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmUpdates on the new Murcia airport in Corvera. Covering when the airport will open, which airline will fly to it and what happens to the current San Javier Murcia airport.
End of Summer Holiday Season - Alicante Bus aFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIn this edition of our free newsletter we cover news on the Alicante bus station, the train station and the Alicante cable car network. Additionally a look at this years Volvo Ocean Race which starts in Alicante in September.
Hotel Mar Blau in Benidorm - A Readers ReviewFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmOur reader Angela send us this review of the hotel Mar Blau in Benidorm. A detailed look at location, food and facilities.
Alicante Airport To Santa Pola and Gran AlacaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA detailed overview on how to get from Alicante airport to the cities of Santa Pola, El Altet and the area of Gran Alacant.
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Airport Updates and Festivities in AlicanteFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmIts the time of the year where you are either already on your way to the Costa Blanca or still thinking about it. Perhaps you have been here in the past and are still subscriber of our free newsletter, just to keep touch with whats going on around this part of Spain.
Discount Fair - Sun 6th Nov - Plaza Puerto SaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmAyuntamiento Santiago del Teide Discount Fair
Scheduled for Sunday, November 6th 2011
The City Council of the Historic Village of Santiago del Teide, through its Department of Commerce and the Association of Entrepreneurs and Businessmen of Santiago del Teide (ASEMTEIDE), are organising, another Discount Fair, to be held on Sunday 6th November in the Plaza in Puerto [.
Lion's President's NightFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmSaturday 15th October saw Santiago Del Teide Lions Club celebrating their President?s Night, with a magnificent Buffet Dinner and Cabaret evening at El Marques in Puerto Santiago.
Invited guests were Deputy Mayor Inocencio Doble and his wife Remedios and Legal Advisor to the Council, Antonio Espinosa and his wife Alexandra.
Lions Club Santiago del Teide - Helping easeFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWith Spain's economy undergoing such a bad period, hardships inevitably occur, especially among the unemployed who have families to support. This Lions club has designed food vouchers to the value of 10 euros each, which are distributed by the local Social Services, to between 40 and 50 those families, in the Santiago del Teide [.
About World Animal DayFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA celebration of animals and their contribution to our lives
World Animal Day was started in 1931 at a convention of ecologists in Florence as a way of highlighting the plight of endangered species. Since then it has grown to encompass all kinds of animal life and is widely celebrated in countries throughout the world.
Busy month for tourist officesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmSantiago del Teide?s tourist information offices in Playa de La Arena, Los Gigantes and the town centre had a busy September, with over 3,000 enquiries.
The office in Los Gigantes was the busiest of the three, with nearly 1400 visitors, the majority of them British and Spanish.
Los Gigantes gets a starring rollFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmCODENAME: MONEYMAN, a new spy novel by Mark Arundel, has recently been
published and it features the west coast of Tenerife as its main location,
especially Los Gigantes, Puerto Santiago and Playa de L?Arena. The book is
on Amazon and here?s a link:
It?s currently in the UK Amazon kindle Top 100 bestsellers list for Spy
Stories.
Remains of giant squid found off Los GigantesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe remains of a giant squid, possibly about 8 metres long, was spotted floating about two miles from the coast of Los Gigantes. The discovery was made by a film crew from the company Aquawork, who was preparing a documentary about the cetaceans' colony in these waters.
Man drowns at Playa San Juan BeachFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA local man in his late forties was pronounced dead at the Playa Chica in San Juan on Monday evening.
The man was spotted floating in the water but attempts from emergency services failed to revive him.
Woman almost drowns in Puerto Santiago poolFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA 58-year-old woman is in a critical condition in hospital after almost drowning in the pool of an apartment complex in Puerto Santiago.
In the latest pool tragedy to hit the island, the holidaymaker was rescued at around 5pm yesterday after other users realised she was in difficulties.
Award for El SombraroFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmApartments El Sombrero, located at the heart of Los Gigantes, has recently received an award from tour operator Thomas Cook. Clients have voted them top marks for customer service, friendliness, cleanliness and professionalism.
Discount Fair - Sun 6th Nov - Plaza Puerto SaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmAyuntamiento Santiago del Teide Discount Fair
Scheduled for Sunday, November 6th 2011
The City Council of the Historic Village of Santiago del Teide, through its Department of Commerce and the Association of Entrepreneurs and Businessmen of Santiago del Teide (ASEMTEIDE), are organising, another Discount Fair, to be held on Sunday 6th November in the Plaza in Puerto [.
Lion's President's NightFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmSaturday 15th October saw Santiago Del Teide Lions Club celebrating their President?s Night, with a magnificent Buffet Dinner and Cabaret evening at El Marques in Puerto Santiago.
Invited guests were Deputy Mayor Inocencio Doble and his wife Remedios and Legal Advisor to the Council, Antonio Espinosa and his wife Alexandra.
Lions Club Santiago del Teide - Helping easeFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWith Spain's economy undergoing such a bad period, hardships inevitably occur, especially among the unemployed who have families to support. This Lions club has designed food vouchers to the value of 10 euros each, which are distributed by the local Social Services, to between 40 and 50 those families, in the Santiago del Teide [.
About World Animal DayFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA celebration of animals and their contribution to our lives
World Animal Day was started in 1931 at a convention of ecologists in Florence as a way of highlighting the plight of endangered species. Since then it has grown to encompass all kinds of animal life and is widely celebrated in countries throughout the world.
Busy month for tourist officesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmSantiago del Teide?s tourist information offices in Playa de La Arena, Los Gigantes and the town centre had a busy September, with over 3,000 enquiries.
The office in Los Gigantes was the busiest of the three, with nearly 1400 visitors, the majority of them British and Spanish.
Los Gigantes gets a starring rollFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmCODENAME: MONEYMAN, a new spy novel by Mark Arundel, has recently been
published and it features the west coast of Tenerife as its main location,
especially Los Gigantes, Puerto Santiago and Playa de L?Arena. The book is
on Amazon and here?s a link:
It?s currently in the UK Amazon kindle Top 100 bestsellers list for Spy
Stories.
Remains of giant squid found off Los GigantesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe remains of a giant squid, possibly about 8 metres long, was spotted floating about two miles from the coast of Los Gigantes. The discovery was made by a film crew from the company Aquawork, who was preparing a documentary about the cetaceans' colony in these waters.
Man drowns at Playa San Juan BeachFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA local man in his late forties was pronounced dead at the Playa Chica in San Juan on Monday evening.
The man was spotted floating in the water but attempts from emergency services failed to revive him.
Woman almost drowns in Puerto Santiago poolFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmA 58-year-old woman is in a critical condition in hospital after almost drowning in the pool of an apartment complex in Puerto Santiago.
In the latest pool tragedy to hit the island, the holidaymaker was rescued at around 5pm yesterday after other users realised she was in difficulties.
Award for El SombraroFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmApartments El Sombrero, located at the heart of Los Gigantes, has recently received an award from tour operator Thomas Cook. Clients have voted them top marks for customer service, friendliness, cleanliness and professionalism.
