If you are an expat in Spain and you’re looking for private health insurance, there are three major players worth seriously considering: Sanitas, AXA, and Adeslas. Each offers unique strengths depending on your priorities—be it global flexibility, national coverage, or doctor freedom. Let’s take a look at all three so you can make an informed […]

If you’re living in Spain you are spoilt for choice when it comes to deals and discounts websites. We have a wealth of choice for getting great prices on travel, house decor, experiences, clothes and much more. Let’s have a look at my favorite websites. Privalia Privalia is an online fashion outlet, with daily flash […]

In Spain, you have many options for buying food, but as you can imagine, there are significant differences between the options. Let’s have a look at these sources. First up, you have the traditional supermarkets. The Spanish market is dominated by a few big supermarket chains: Mercadona Dia Carrefour The closest version to an organic […]

One of my close friends sent me an email recently to tell me that he was considering moving to Spain from the UK following the UK’s Brexit vote and how things are developing over there. He is already an ex-pat, having moved away from Malta with his family a few years ago. Moving is no […]

Buying a car in Spain as an expat is more involved than in many other countries. You have to navigate the used car market, understand local depreciation patterns, negotiate with dealers in Spanish, sort out insurance, and figure out what to do if you get into an accident. This guide covers all of it in […]