18 Signs You’ve Been Living in Spain: Eating Out
18 Signs You’ve Been Living in Spain When You Go Out To Eat in the UK and … You sit down and expect waiter service … wherever you go. When you do go to the bar to order, you get into trouble for walking away without paying for your order. You get funny looks for…
6 Top Tips for Moving to Spain with Children
There are so many factors to consider when Moving to Spain with Children. As parents, we can often spend too much time worrying and thinking “What if?” … Don’t waste time worrying. Start researching now. Ask Questions. Find answers. It’s all part of the incredible…
Moving Abroad With Children. Our Story. Is It Luck?
Many people think about moving abroad with children, but not everyone fulfills their relocation dream. There are so many uncontrollable outside factors. There are, however, many other factors that you can control. I have received so many beautiful comments, reviews…
Why Spain Is Great For Kids to Live and Grow Up
As a regular reader of our blog, you will know that we are always sharing our stories and reasons why Spain is great for kids to live and to grow up. If you read any of the interviews we have given (links on our About Us page) you will see many of the reasons why. In…
Sure Signs You’re Adapting to Life As A Mum in Spain
We love our family life in Spain. We believe we have chosen a great place for our children to grow up. Right now, we couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. By adapting to the Spanish way of living, you are able to integrate easier and reap the rewards of their…
Playing the Game of Spanish Bureaucracy…
Spanish Bureaucracy: Pick a card, any card …. or maybe chance your luck and roll the dice … just hope that Lady Luck is on your side (or even better, sat at the desk that attends you). “The rules of any given game or sport are “theoretically” the same and are…
Best Places to Live in Northern Spain for Families
Where to Live in Northern Spain: The Best Places for Families Picture a family scrolling through photos of green hills, quiet beaches and stone villages late at night. They start to wonder if they could really live in Northern Spain. Then someone checks the weather in…
Moving to Spain with Children: Why I Gave My Book a Major 2026 Update
I published Moving to Spain with Children back in 2014, at a point when I had already spent years answering the same questions from families packing up their lives to start again here. That first edition found its way into lots of households. Parents told me…
Stage One: Should We Move to Spain With Children?
Before you start looking at houses or schools, there is a more important question to answer. Is Spain actually the right choice for your family, or does it simply sound like the right choice from wherever you are sitting right now? This stage looks at the four…
Where to Live With Children: What Our Family Story Taught Me About Choosing Spain
I was 19 and on holiday in Malta when I saw something I have never forgotten. School had just finished, and the children were walking out of the gates and heading straight to the beach. I remember thinking, “I want this for my children.” I was not making any decisions…
Resources for Moving to Spain with Children
Resources for Moving to Spain with Children Every website, official portal and book I mention in Moving to Spain with Children, in one place. Spanish rules and web addresses change often, so use these as your starting point, check the date on anything you read, and…
Best Places to Live in Southern Spain for Families
If you ask me about the best places to live in southern Spain for families, I will always start by asking you another question: What does your family truly need? I’ve been helping families work this out since 2010, and the honest answer is that there’s no single best…
Where Is the Best Place to Live in Spain With Children?
There is no single correct answer to the question “Where is the best place to live in Spain with children?” There is only the place that is best for your particular family. I understand why people search for a straight answer. It would be so much easier if I could…
When Is the Best Time to Move to Spain With Children?
There is no single best month to move to Spain with children. Anyone who tells you otherwise is oversimplifying a decision that depends on your children’s ages, the school year, your paperwork, your finances and your own personal circumstances. But some “times” make…
Should You Move to Spain With Children?
Spain looks like the perfect place to raise a family. Sunshine for most of the year, an outdoor lifestyle, more time together as a family, and a pace of life that feels a world away from wherever you are reading this from. I understand the appeal completely. I…
Madrid Education Explained: Public, Concertado and Private Schools from Age Six to Eighteen
Almost every family I talk to who is moving to Madrid asks some version of the same question. What is Madrid education actually like, and which type of school should we choose? It is a fair question, because Madrid offers more choice than almost anywhere else…
Family Life in Galicia: A Guide for Families
Family Life in Galicia: A Guide for Families Moving to Northern Spain Most families researching a move to Spain end up looking at the same places. Málaga, the Costa del Sol, Valencia, Barcelona. And that makes sense, because those regions have the most visibility, the…
Non-Lucrative Visa Spain: A Complete Guide for UK, US and Canadian Families and Retirees
If you are thinking about living in Spain without working, the Non-Lucrative Visa Spain (NLV) is often the first option to consider. For many people, it opens the door to a completely different lifestyle. More time outdoors, a slower pace of life, and for…
Exploring English-Taught Degrees in Europe for International Students
A Guide for Families Living in Spain: Exploring English-Taught Degrees in Europe for International Students What comes after school? Let’s make it simple. If you are an international family living in Spain, you may already be thinking about university…
Car Rental in Malaga: Our Best Car Rental Advice and Tips
When visiting the beautiful region of Malaga and the Costa del Sol in Spain, having a car at your disposal greatly enhances your travel experience. With a car, you can explore the stunning Costa del Sol, visit charming inland towns and villages, and have…
The Best Ways To Stay Active In Spain
Are you heading to Spain on a vacation? Perhaps you have recently relocated to this beautiful country? If so, you will appreciate our suggestions for ways to be active in Spain, focusing on your health. Here are some of the best options that you should explore…
Thinking About Moving to Spain? These Tips Will Help
There are a lot of fantastic reasons to relocate to Spain, such as the beautiful cities, the abundant culture, the high quality of life, the relatively inexpensive cost of living, the excellent healthcare, and the large ex-pat community. As soon as you have…
How Make the Family Computer Safe for Children
Is your family computer safe for children? The children are back in school. That means they have to do their homework and projects. If you teach your kids at home in Spain or the UK, you might use your computer a lot. But there are things on the internet and even on…
Best Family App: 5 of The Most Useful and Fun-Filled Options
There are so many apps available today that it can be difficult to know which is the best family app for your own family. With such a wide variety of choices, how can you be sure that you’re picking the right app for your needs? Fear not – we’ve got you…
Stay Motivated to Exercise And Keeping Cool In The Spanish Heat
As summer approaches, many individuals set goals to exercise more and get fit and healthy in order to look nice during the warmer months. Typically, these ambitions are abandoned, and individuals return to their daily routines. The only way to make exercise a…
Celebrating a Birthday in Spain? Here Are Some Ideas to Make it a Memorable one ….
The best birthdays in Spain as in any country are the ones that are memorable. You want to make sure that your loved one has a birthday they will never forget. There are many ways to do this in Spain, and we will focus on a few aspects you will have to consider…
What’s The Best Barcelona Neighbourhood For Your Personality?
When it comes to making any move to Spain, it’s natural to consider traditionally popular inner-city areas including locations like Barcelona. After all, as if its stunning architecture wasn’t enough to tempt any potential resident, Spain’s…
How to Keep Fit in Spain: A Guide for People Who Are Moving to Spain
If a relocation to Spain is on the cards for you, there will undoubtedly be many questions you will need to answer regarding the new change of lifestyle and the logistics of doing things you previously took for granted, such as shopping, commuting, and getting around…
Relocating To Spain? Tips To Oversee A Seamless Move
Any type of relocation can be exciting, but moving abroad is a particularly exhilarating prospect. It’s natural to approach a move with a mixture of trepidation and enthusiasm, especially when you think about the stresses of packing and organising logistics, but there…
Moving to Spain: 4 Simple Ways to Help Your Child Cope
Before moving to Spain with your family, it is essential to know how best to help your child dig in and transition. This guide will provide you with four simple ways that will help ensure that your child is happy and prosperous in their new life in Spain. Discuss with…