Spain

Almeria or Murcia: which Spanish region wins for cheap property?

Looking for better value beyond the big-name Costas? Almeria and Murcia both offer sunshine, space and affordability – but each delivers a distinct lifestyle. From coastal resorts and golf developments to traditional villages and rural retreats, we compare property prices, local culture, climate and accessibility to help you choose the right Spanish region for your budget and priorities.

29 July 2025

Costa del Sol or Costa Blanca: which big-hitter Spanish coast wins for you?

We compare Spain’s two most popular coastlines, the Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca, for climate, lifestyle, culture, property prices and more. Which one suits your dream home?

24 July 2025

New rules to be aware of if buying a holiday rental in Spain

Planning to rent out a holiday home in Spain? From new national regulations and local bans to tax rules and licensing freezes, here’s what you need to know before you buy.

3 July 2025

This Week’s Featured Homes on the Costa Blanca & Costa del Sol – Direct from Our Mailer

View this week’s hottest Spanish properties! Don’t miss out on top townhouses, villas, and apartments — subscribe now for weekly updates.

19 June 2025

A Guide to Spanish Tax in 2025

From property purchase costs to income, rental, and wealth taxes, here’s what you need to know about Spanish tax in 2025 — whether you're buying a holiday home or planning a permanent move.

17 June 2025

This Week’s Featured Spanish Homes – Direct from Our Mailer

View this week’s hottest Spanish properties! Don’t miss out on top townhouses, villas, and apartments — subscribe now for weekly updates.

13 June 2025

Where can you get a digital nomad visa?

More countries are offering digital nomad visas than ever, with Spain and Portugal among the most popular. From income requirements to tax perks, here’s what to know before making the move.

5 June 2025

“Having a holiday home in Lanzarote is cheaper to run that we thought”

Frequent Lanzarote visitors Natalie and Dave turned to A Place in the Sun to find their perfect holiday home and were surprised by just how affordable island living could be.

29 May 2025

Celebrating 20 years of A Place in the Sun Live exhibitions this week at London ExCel

Why should you attend A Place in the Sun Live at London's ExCel?

5 May 2025

Like Laura Hamilton, I’m doing up a townhouse in Mallorca (and this is what I learnt)

Barbara turned her love of A Place in the Sun into reality, snapping up a fixer-upper in Mallorca with her daughter-in-law for £173k. From offers to renovation wins, her story is full of lessons!

24 April 2025

Viva Espana: British buyers still top in Spain

Brexit, Covid, and rising living costs haven’t stopped Britons from chasing the dream of a home in Spain—UK buyers still top the foreign property charts!

17 April 2025

“Living in the UK or France is too expensive: we have moved to Spain to live on £1,000 per month”

Six years of planning paid off: Sylvia and Nigel swapped rising UK bills for a relaxed, mortgage-free life in sunny Spain. From cost-cutting to house-hunting, here’s how they made it work

15 April 2025