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Esme Fox

@EsmeFox

Barcelona-based travel journalist. Born in England, raised in Philippines & Uganda. Hispanophile, writing for @TheLocalSpain, @LonelyPlanet @BBC_Travel & others

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Just back from a press trip to the Balearic Islands last night and straight into news reporting this morning following the devastating rail crash in Toledo province, Spain. thelocal.es/20261028/qa-what…
Q&A: What we know so far about the deadly train crash in central Spain

Q&A: What we know so far about the deadly train crash in central Spain

Two high-speed trains collided on Wednesday in the province of Toledo. Here's what we know so far about the number of fatalities, why the accident occurred and what's currently happening on the...

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I'm in #Mallorca this week to find out how tourist taxes have been helping the island, such as creating new hiking routes and rehabilitating mountain refuges for people to stay in. @BalearicTour
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Looking to interview a Spanish language historian or linguist (from Spain) for an article, thanks. Busco a un historiador de idiomas o lingüista en castellano que pueda ayudarme con comentarios para un artículo. Gracias. #journorequest
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'Don't fear it': How safe is high-speed train travel in Spain? thelocal.es/20260119/dont-fe… #Spain
'Don't fear it': How safe is high-speed train travel in Spain?

'Don't fear it': How safe is high-speed train travel in Spain?

Following news of the high-speed train crash near the Spanish city of Córdoba on Sunday night, many people have been asking the same question: How safe really is train travel in Spain?

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Travel PRs, I am interested in hearing about any new/recent openings in Mexico City, Oaxaca and Puerto Escondido. Please get in touch. #Mexico #traveljournalist #journorequest
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Barcelona's Sagrada Família is now the tallest church in the world, surpassing Germany's Ulm Minster, as part of the cross on the Jesus Tower was placed a couple of days ago. It's now 162.91 metres high but will reach 172.5m when the tower is completed in June 2026. #Barcelona
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My latest B Word newsletter is all about 100 years of the Barcelona metro system. substack.com/home/post/p-155… #Barcelona #Spain
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Nine authentic Spanish food festivals you have to visit at least once thelocal.es/20250902/nine-au… #Spain #foodie
Nine authentic Spanish food festivals you have to visit at least once

Nine authentic Spanish food festivals you have to visit at least once

Spaniards love their food and drink, so it's no surprise that they enjoy showing off their regional specialities by hosting dedicated gastronomic festivals. Here are some of the best and most...

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10 of the most amazing cycling routes in Spain thelocal.es/20220505/ten-of-… #cycling #Spain
Ten of the most amazing bike routes in Spain

Ten of the most amazing bike routes in Spain

Here are some of the greatest and most beautiful cycling routes across Spain for avid cyclists, from Don Quijote territory to the green north. Saddle up everyone!

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Considering a move to #Spain? Here's my guide on which of its 17 regions is right for you. thelocal.es/20250730/guide-w…
GUIDE: Which of Spain's 17 regions is right for you?

GUIDE: Which of Spain's 17 regions is right for you?

Many foreigners dream of moving to Spain, but the big question is often where they should choose to live. This comprehensive guide will help you decide which of Spain's 17 autonomous communities is...

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My latest B Word newsletter, all about the Spanish city of #Barcelona looks at the history of one of its best festivals. thebarcelonaword.substack.co… #Spain #Catalunya
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Why are hundreds of chickens roaming the streets of Spain's Torrevieja? - No, this is not the start of the joke, it's actually true. thelocal.es/20250821/why-are… #Spain
Why are hundreds of chickens roaming the streets of Spain's Torrevieja?

Why are hundreds of chickens roaming the streets of Spain's Torrevieja?

Local press have estimated that there are around 700 wild chickens that have been slowing taking over streets, parks and gardens in the popular Alicante resort town which has a large foreign popula...

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Horrible experience with @Ryanair - on the way there flight was disrupted by a drunk stag do of around 20 and on the way back flight was cancelled - not offered any way to rebook or an alternative, only dropped at a hotel in the middle of nowhere and told us we were on our own!
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Looking to speak to people who own or work in English language schools in Spain. Please get in touch. #Spain #journorequest
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Spain's Canaries to hold major protest against mass tourism once again: thelocal.es/20250515/spains-… #CanaryIslands #Spain
Spain's Canaries to hold major protest against mass tourism once again

Spain's Canaries to hold major protest against mass tourism once again

There were multiple protests against overtourism in Spain’s Canary Islands in 2024, and on Sunday May 18th locals will be taking to the streets of each island once again to show their frustration...

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Still looking to speak with travellers who love to stay in all-inclusive resorts in Spain, or those who tried it and decided it wasn't for them. Please get in touch. Thanks. #journorequest #Spain
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Looking to get in contact with all-inclusive resorts in Spain for an article I'm working on, as well as travellers who have stayed in them/regularly stay in them. Please get in touch. #journorequest #Spain
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I visited the Girona flower festival this past weekend and wrote about it for The Local Spain thelocal.es/20250512/a-guide… If you're in Catalonia, it's on for the next week. #Spain #Girona #Catalonia
A guide to Girona's Temps de Flors flower festival

A guide to Girona's Temps de Flors flower festival

The Catalan city of Girona holds its annual flower festival each May. Here's what you can expect this year on its 70th anniversary.

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Spain's blackout in numbers - Some surprising stats from the power cut on Monday in my latest newsletter thebarcelonaword.substack.co… #Spain #Barcelona
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After the chaotic nationwide blackout in #Spain yesterday, what's happening and are things getting back to normal? My latest for The Local Spain: thelocal.es/20250429/is-ever…
Is everything back to normal in Spain after the nationwide blackout?

Is everything back to normal in Spain after the nationwide blackout?

The "historic" power cut that hit all of mainland Spain on Monday caused widespread disruption across the country. Has everything practically returned to normal on Tuesday or are services and travel...

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