Is the UK government stark raving mad

Life in Spain

The UK is being praised for continuing to raise national output dedicated to aid, in line with international targets. UK’s annual aid budget is £10 billions. At the same time, Spain has cut overseas aid by 50%; Italy has made cuts of 34%;...

Does the European Health Insurance Card give you free medical treatment in Spain?

Life in Spain

First of all , it’s important to state that the EHIC, which replaced the old E111 in 2006, is suitable for visits to Spain only. If you live in Spain, the EHIC has no validity whatsoever, however this blog we did back in 2008 regarding health certifi...

dining out in moraira

Food and Drink Life in Spain

It’s fair to say that Moraira isn’t the place to experience much authentic Spanish cuisine. Rather, the food available here is best described as "international” The exception to that statement can be found on a visit to Spanish bars in the ...