New Passport rules for Expats in Spain

Life in Spain

Passport application rules have changed for British Ex-pats in Spain and took effect on 13th May. All passport applications must be sent to the Identity & Passport Service (IPS) in Belfast, United Kingdom. Previously it was the regional processin...

El Portet Moraira

Life in Spain

Whether you’re on holiday in the area, or are one of the village’s lucky retirees – regular visits to the secluded bay of El Portet are a must. It’s only about 1k from Moraira centre, and although there are lots of parking spaces available, it’s a ve...

Winter Fuel Payment

Life in Spain

What a cheek!  The UK government is going to stop giving me a Winter Fuel payment, just because I’ve retired to Spain. Frankly, my dear UK Gov, I don’t give a damn. Here in Moraira there’s a subtropical Mediterranean climate. There are sea breez...

Moors & Christians Moraira

Life in Spain

As you build your 5thsandcastle on Ampolla Beach in Moraira, trying to protect this one from the feet of the little devils you brought with you on holiday – look behind you at the real castle, and reflect on what it was trying to protect. Completed i...