Latest Spain Travel News

Rail disruption between Madrid and Andalusia: Following a train collision near Urda (Toledo) on 28 October 2026, high-speed rail services on one of Spain’s busiest corridors remain disrupted.

Airlines including Wizz Air, Iberia, Ryanair and Air Europa have added extra flights between Madrid, Málaga and Seville to help travellers affected by cancellations.

Possible transport strikes this month: A nationwide general strike is planned for 11 November 2026, with additional rail strikes on 10 and 12 November.

Travellers should monitor airline and rail operator updates, as flights, trains and local transport could be affected.

Airport and ground-handling disruption: Ongoing industrial action at some Spanish airports, including Barcelona-El Prat, continues to present a risk of delays and baggage-handling issues.

Tourism policies tightening: Major destinations such as Barcelona, Madrid, Málaga and Palma de Mallorca are strengthening controls on short-term rentals and tourism growth in response to over tourism concerns.

Some regions have also introduced or increased tourist taxes.

Tourism remains strong: Spain continues to experience very high visitor numbers and strong international demand, with tourism spending growing faster than arrivals.

Higher tourist taxes in some destinations. Barcelona, the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca), and some other regions have increased or expanded visitor taxes.

These charges are usually added to hotel stays and can increase the overall cost of a package holiday.

New rules in party resorts.

Some areas of Mallorca and Ibiza are enforcing stricter regulations on street drinking, alcohol promotions and disruptive behaviour, with potentially substantial fines for breaches.