
Michael Macdonald

As Dorothy in “The Wizard of Oz” famously said “There´s no place like home” and I’m sure this rings true for most people who see home as their personal haven, a place to feel safe and secure. But did you know that most accidents actually happen at

December 28, 2023
Never driven in Spain before? Running out on empty and afraid the gas stations will be closed for the afternoon siesta? Not sure what the speed limits are, what documentation is required, or how to pay a fine? If you’re an expat living in Spain or

December 21, 2023
Embarking on a life in Spain as a British expat post-Brexit is a journey fraught with complexities and considerations, affecting residency, healthcare, and the nuances of everyday life.

November 16, 2023
It is reassuring to know that Spain’s national health service (Sistema Nacional de Salud or SNS) is rated among the best national health services in the world. Personally, I have always found the staff to be outstanding, thorough and extremely

October 10, 2023
As the old English saying goes, “A man´s home is his castle” and the word home is often associated with being the place for refuge, sanctuary and security. But what happens when something occurs, and your castle or home is affected. Accidents such

September 21, 2023
House and rent prices are one of the hottest topics of 2023. The question on everyone´s lips is often – “is it better to rent or buy?”, especially in the current housing market. The answer definitely causes a lot of pondering and head scratching,

September 13, 2023
If you live or work in Madrid and need to travel by car, you will no doubt be aware that there are various rules and restrictions you need to follow, alongside the general highway code, to drive legally in the city centre. This is because of

July 27, 2023
The simple gesture of a smile can really make someone’s day, including your own, and it’s not just a cliché: scientific studies have backed this up, showing that smiling really can trick your brain into putting you in a more positive mood. With

June 27, 2023
For many people a car is not just a luxury item, it is an everyday essential, and especially now, with the current air of economic uncertainty and rising costs of living, buying a used or second-hand car is likely to be the preferable and most

May 28, 2023
When someone says X-ray, maybe like me, your first thought might be Superman and his supernatural ability of X-ray vision, but most people probably think of black and white skeleton photos of broken bones. In medical terms, there are numerous types