Articles tagged with 'sustainability' | Spain

A small farm with big impact …Nestled in the foothills of the Picos de Europa in Asturias, Wild Finca is demonstrating how nature can flourish when space is given to recover. Over the past eight years, the 13-hectare former dairy farm has been …

As Paradores Hotels and Restaurants approaches its centenary in 2028, the state-run hotel network has refreshed four of its landmark properties, providing visitors with even more memorable experiences in Spain.From medieval castles to stately homes, …

The Costa Verde Express, one of Spain’s premier luxury tourist trains, is offering travellers an exclusive journey through the landscapes, culture and heritage of northern Spain, with stops in the autonomous community of Cantabria as part of its …

The Government of Navarre has completed a €2.53 million investment in a new 67-kilometre cycling route connecting Irurtzun and Ziordia, marking a significant step forward in the region's commitment to sustainable transport and active …

The Canary Islands Government, together with the Spanish Tourist Office UK, has unveiled an ambitious new sustainability initiative, REGNEXT (Canary Islands Tourism Regeneration and Nature Restoration Fund), offering an alternative way to fund …

The Spanish Tourist Office UK and Travel Forward brought together leading specialist tour operators and ABTA on 8 June to explore how growing demand for Asturias and Galicia can be managed in a way that benefits communities, visitors and businesses …

Spain has once again reinforced its position as the world’s leading beach destination, achieving a record 794 Blue Flags in 2026 across its beaches, marinas, and tourist boats. The latest annual awards from the Foundation for Environmental Education …

 Palma de Mallorca is taking centre stage of a new chapter in one of the world’s most iconic pilgrimages, the way of St James or El Camino de Santiago which sees would-be-pilgrims flock to Spain from all over the world. The island has now …

The Spanish Tourist Office (UK) is delighted to announce the winners of the Spain Talks Media Awards 2026, revealed during the fourth edition of Spain Talks, held for the first time at the Spanish Embassy in London on Tuesday 21 April 2026.The …

The Spanish Tourist Office (UK) is proud to announce the shortlist for the Spain Talks Media Awards 2026.This year's awards will be held at the Spanish Embassy in London for the first time, on Tuesday 21 April 2026, …

Marking the tenth anniversary since the launch of the Sustainable Tourism Tax (ITS), the Balearic Islands enter 2026 with a renewed commitment to responsible travel, environmental protection, and cultural preservation. Over the past decade, the …

Lanzarote's Sonidos Líquidos has been awarded the Pied Piper Award for Best Sustainability Communication at A Greener Future Awards ceremony in London, recognising its outstanding transparency and leadership in communicating environmental …

On 17 February, the Spanish Tourist Office (UK) held a Virtual Media Briefing for UK media, revealing tourism travel trends that point to a more sustainable future for British tourism to Spain. The session, led by Spanish Tourist Office Director …

The SLOWDOWN project is a collaborative European effort funded through the Interreg Europe programme which seeks to work towards a tourism model centred on sustainability, local engagement, and deeper cultural experiences rather than speed and mass …

Spain is taking bold steps toward greener travel, with four autonomous communities investing a combined €88.4 million to boost sustainability in the tourism sector. The Canary Islands, Catalonia, Valencia, and Asturias have announced plans to …

The Balearic Islands are set to allocate €15 million from its Sustainable Tourism Tax (ITS) to the demolition of old tourist establishments to create more green areas, public spaces, social facilities (such as public housing, …

Spain's Secretariat of State for Tourism is developing the Sustainable Tourism Strategy of Spain 2030; a national roadmap designed to guide the country's tourism sector through medium and long-term challenges. Built through a broad participatory …

The former Hotel Teix in Magaluf and Hostal Colón in Peguera have now been demolished as part of Calvià’s ongoing drive to regenerate mature tourism areas and create new public spaces for residents and visitors.The demolition works, funded largely …

·       The new Illes del Ponent Marine Reserve expands the protected marine area in Calvià to 2,300 hectares, integrating emblematic zones such as Isla del Toro, Islas Malgrats, and Isla del Sec, with 240 hectares of …

Five of Spain’s great coastal destinations – Costa del Sol, Almería, Lanzarote, Rías Baixas, and Santander – have joined forces to launch the 'Playas sin Límite' (Beaches Without Limits) project. Under the slogan ‘Experience Them All Year’, the …

 On 12 August 2026, Spain will host one of the most remarkable astronomical events of the century: a total solar eclipse. For a few minutes, the moon will completely cover the sun, plunging parts of the country into daytime darkness. This will …

Skyscanner’s travel specialists have announced the world’s Top 10 ‘most walkable’ cities for 2025, with Andalusian jewel, Cordóba, securing the top spot.The travel site generated a ‘walkability index’ to help prospective holidaymakers in search of a …

Green Spain has unveiled its inspiring, new brand La Reserva Ecoturista (Ecotourism Reserve), forging the way for slow, sustainable travel in Europe.Revitalising the long-standing tourism alliance between Spain’s four northern regions – Galicia, …

Spain is inviting tourists to discover the lesser-known world of Spanish olive oil through the launch of Oleoturismo España (Oleotourism Spain). This new network features over 100 curated experiences across nine provinces, allowing visitors to …

Travellers to the province of Guadalajara can now enjoy a revitalised trip, as two of its most emblematic Paradors are now welcoming guests for summer stays. The Parador de Molina de Aragón recently opened its doors for the first time, making it the …

The Palma City Council has unveiled an ambitious new Global Action Plan that sets out a comprehensive strategy to revitalise Playa de Palma, one of Mallorca’s iconic coastal areas found 15 minutes away from Palma. The wide-ranging plan focuses on …

A Show Garden - ‘The Three Graces of Galicia’ – is set to be revealed at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival and will celebrate the power of literature, identity, and resilience through the legacy of three iconic 19th-century …

This year, seven new trails have been added to Galicia’s Senderos Azules network, underscoring the region's dedication to environmental stewardship and sustainable tourism. Located in the provinces of A Coruña and Pontevedra, the new additions …

With the Spain For All advisory board currently gathered in Seville in order to discuss the report’s findings while in the destination and to build upon the work they have accomplished thus far, here are some of the most accessible tourist …

The Spanish Tourist Office (UK) has revealed the winners of The Spain Talks Media Awards at The Conduit, London, on Wednesday 30 April 2025, following The Spain Talks Conference, where leading travel industry figures from the UK and Spain shared …