https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Spain in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed The Local has rounded up ten amazing natural pools in Spain where you can take a dip without having to risk the crowds at the pool or secure a socially distanced spot on the beach. https://www.thelocal.es/20200616/ten-incredible-natural-swimming-spots-in-spain Tue, 16 Jun 2020 18:37:13 +0200 ten-incredible-natural-swimming-spots-in-spain When summer rolls around, Spaniards often joke about going on a specific diet to look good and healthy at the beach. But what exactly is the naughty 'dieta del cucurucho'? https://www.thelocal.es/20230620/spanish-expression-of-the-day-dieta-del-cucurucho Tue, 20 Jun 2023 16:41:59 +0200 spanish-expression-of-the-day-dieta-del-cucurucho A combination of skyrocketing utilities bills and scorching summer weather has made ice cubes a hot commodity and increasingly hard to come by in Spain. https://www.thelocal.es/20220805/why-is-spain-running-out-of-ice Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:40:02 +0200 why-is-spain-running-out-of-ice Building a swimming pool at your Spanish property may not be as expensive as you thought, but there are a number of considerations to factor in first, from permits to extra costs and whether it's a worthwhile investment. https://www.thelocal.es/20210820/8-things-you-should-know-before-installing-a-swimming-pool-in-your-spanish-home Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:09:34 +0200 8-things-you-should-know-before-installing-a-swimming-pool-in-your-spanish-home You've heard of the partying capitals in Mallorca or the gastronomic hub of San Sebastián - but what about the other lesser known seaside towns in Spain where tourist don't usually go? https://www.thelocal.es/20190821/off-the-beaten-track-ten-of-spains-most-charming-seaside-towns Wed, 21 Aug 2019 15:18:39 +0200 off-the-beaten-track-ten-of-spains-most-charming-seaside-towns If you're looking for the right sun protection this summer, then you should be aware that the Spanish Ministry of Health has requested that 14 sunscreens be withdrawn because their SPF doesn't correspond to what is advertised. https://www.thelocal.es/20210728/listed-the-14-sun-creams-spain-wants-to-take-off-the-market Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:32:26 +0200 listed-the-14-sun-creams-spain-wants-to-take-off-the-market The Local asked readers for recommendations for a summer reading list of must-read books either about Spain, based in Spain or by Spanish authors. https://www.thelocal.es/20180801/summer-reading-list Wed, 01 Aug 2018 10:49:15 +0200 summer-reading-list Spain marked its hottest year in recorded history last year, according to Spain's environment ministry on Friday. https://www.thelocal.es/20210515/climate-crisis-spain-records-hottest-year-in-2020 Sat, 15 May 2021 15:13:44 +0200 climate-crisis-spain-records-hottest-year-in-2020 Eight regions have been issued with weather warnings on Tuesday as the mercury is expected to soar above 38C in much of Spain. https://www.thelocal.es/20200825/heat-warnings-issued-across-spain-as-nation-sizzles Tue, 25 Aug 2020 11:36:07 +0200 heat-warnings-issued-across-spain-as-nation-sizzles Come rain or shine, everyone likes to talk about the weather. And the Spanish have dozens of ways to complain about a heatwave. https://www.thelocal.es/20190723/how-to-talk-about-the-heatwave-like-a-true-spaniard Tue, 23 Jul 2019 10:28:57 +0200 how-to-talk-about-the-heatwave-like-a-true-spaniard Just days after lockdowns ended and European travel restrictions were lifted, many were staying home in the cool on Tuesday as a mini-heatwave hit the continent with temperatures touching 40 degrees Celcius. https://www.thelocal.es/20200623/europe-sizzles-in-heatwave-as-temperatures-rise-towards-40c Tue, 23 Jun 2020 18:42:33 +0200 europe-sizzles-in-heatwave-as-temperatures-rise-towards-40c There is no better place to be at sunset than sipping a cocktail on one of Madrid's ultra-chic roof bars. Here's our pick of the very best. https://www.thelocal.es/20191021/madrids-best-rooftop-bars Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:00:44 +0200 madrids-best-rooftop-bars It's summer in Spain and there's nothing better than taking a 'chapuzón'to cool off in this hot weather! https://www.thelocal.es/20190823/spanish-word-of-the-day-chapuzon Fri, 23 Aug 2019 11:00:45 +0200 spanish-word-of-the-day-chapuzon Look up to the night skies as this year’s Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak. Here’s everything you need to know for a night of stargazing in Spain. https://www.thelocal.es/20190812/stargazing-when-and-where-to-see-the-perseid-meteor-shower-in-spain Mon, 12 Aug 2019 13:36:53 +0200 stargazing-when-and-where-to-see-the-perseid-meteor-shower-in-spain Spain’s meteorological agency has warned of exceedingly hot temperatures on Friday across much of eastern Spain from Catalonia in the north to Murcia in the south. https://www.thelocal.es/20190809/scorchio-temperatures-to-exceed-40c-across-eastern-spain Fri, 09 Aug 2019 11:34:37 +0200 scorchio-temperatures-to-exceed-40c-across-eastern-spain You need to use all your senses when shopping for the best melon. https://www.thelocal.es/20190807/shopping-in-spain-how-to-pick-a-perfect-melon Wed, 07 Aug 2019 13:22:11 +0200 shopping-in-spain-how-to-pick-a-perfect-melon With the success of artists such as Rosalía, J Balvin and Luis Fonsi, Latin music isn't just confined to the Spanish-speaking world. https://www.thelocal.es/20190807/10-spanish-hits-you-wont-be-able-to-escape-this-summer Wed, 07 Aug 2019 11:00:24 +0200 10-spanish-hits-you-wont-be-able-to-escape-this-summer Three-quarters of Spain is at risk of wildfires breaking out, warned the national weather agency AEMET as temperatures soar across much of the peninsula. https://www.thelocal.es/20190806/most-of-spain-on-alert-for-wildfire-risk-as-temperatures-rise Tue, 06 Aug 2019 12:57:02 +0200 most-of-spain-on-alert-for-wildfire-risk-as-temperatures-rise Spain has some 80 million foreign tourists visiting its shores every year, but where do Spanish people go on holiday? How much do they spend? And what do they like doing? https://www.thelocal.es/20190802/the-stats-that-reveals-the-true-holidaying-habits-of-the-spanish Fri, 02 Aug 2019 18:38:32 +0200 the-stats-that-reveals-the-true-holidaying-habits-of-the-spanish There are plenty of brilliant things happening in Spain in August, from the world's most famous food fight to a town-wide re-enactment of a 13th century conquest. The Local has picked out some great events for you to check out. https://www.thelocal.es/20190801/whats-on-in-august Thu, 01 Aug 2019 11:04:36 +0200 whats-on-in-august