Spanish government backing tourist industry

In a bid to boost Spain's tourism industry, the government has announced that it intends to try to attract visitors in the winter months.

According to a spokesman, the plans for the Winter in Spain campaign are still at an early stage and a "work in progress", reports the Independent.

He said: "It's a proposal by the government to attract people outside the usual summer holiday period. We are renowned for our sun, and that sun shines all year round."

The country's favourite holiday destination, the Costa del Sol, will be the focus of the scheme, for which the government has pledged €500 million (£399 million) to update facilities.

There are also plans to set up tourism offices in more far afield locations, such as Russia, China and India.

According to Principal International, ten per cent of UK buyers who are looking for a home overseas are considering purchasing one in Spain, reports Homes Worldwide.

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