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Contemplative Advent on the Costa Blanca - tips and trends for an atmospheric pre-Christmas season Sustainability, minimalism and nostalgic traditions - this is how to organise the Advent season consciously and stylishly this year. Advent is a very special time of year - a time for pausing, anticipation and conscious enjoyment. To
Stress-free relocation to the Costa Blanca - how to make your move a smooth success With the right planning, your move is perfectly organised - tips for a smooth start in your new home Moving to the Costa Blanca is a dream for many, but without the right preparation it can quickly turn into stress.
Colourful hustle and bustle and Mediterranean delights The weekly markets of Marina Alta and Marina Baixa If you fancy a colourful hustle and bustle on the Costa Blanca, you should definitely visit the weekly markets. Here, the real life of residents and locals mingles with the excursions of holidaymakers. Between the fragrant fruit and vegetable stalls, Mediterranean
Electricity prices in Spain in 2024 - a year of stabilisation? The price of electricity in Spain will remain a key issue for households and companies in 2024. After the fluctuations of previous years, the first signs of stabilisation are emerging. In recent years, Spain has experienced strongly fluctuating electricity prices, which were particularly affected in 2022 and 2023 by factors such as
Naturalisation in Spain: opportunities and challenges for residents Prospects for a change of citizenship and long-term benefits for Europeans and Britons Obtaining Spanish citizenship is an interesting option for many people from Europe and the UK who live in Spain or are planning a future there. However, the path to naturalisation does not
Waste disposal: how to separate waste correctly Most people know how to separate waste - but if you're still unsure, here are a few helpful tips for clean and respectful disposal. They are always the first thing that catches the eye: unkempt, overloaded and littered rubbish containers. But a clean environment is
Take advantage of international regulations for pension entitlements and plan early to ensure a smooth transition to retirement. Working life doesn't always go according to plan. More and more people are taking the opportunity to relocate their workplace and centre of life abroad within the European Union. A few planned months abroad
Residency status on the Costa Blanca: application, process and important aspects Spain's sun-drenched Costa Blanca attracts numerous expats every year who decide to settle permanently. If you are one of these people, you need to be aware of residency status, the application process and certain points to consider.
The Spanish tax number (NIE): how to obtain it and its meaning The „Número de Identificación de Extranjero“ (NIE) is a tax number in Spain that is assigned to all foreigners who need to be identified for economic, professional or social reasons. It is essential for almost all forms and documents in Spain. This
How to get started in your new home If you want to settle or work on the Costa Blanca for a longer period of time, you should first get an overview of the necessary formal and official steps. The „right to freedom of movement“ sounds like a carefree beach holiday. In fact, the term has nothing to do with either a beach or a holiday.