Travelers heading to Spain’s white-washed villages and beach-rimmed costas this week may want to build a longer lunch break into their itineraries. Seville and much of Andalusia are reporting peak temperatures approaching 45 C, a level that Spanish meteorologists say is a new regional record. Local authorities have activated heat-health plans and are pleading with residents and visitors alike to stay out of the sun during the hottest stretch of the day.
Sweating Through Summer? Ireland’s Got You Covered (Literally)!
If you're roasting in Rome or melting in Madrid, consider this your sign to swap the sunscreen for sweaters and book a flight to Ireland. Flights are surprisingly wallet-friendly this summer, with great deals popping up regularly on Skyscanner or Google Flights. So, kiss that European heatwave goodbye and prepare for Ireland’s refreshing embrace.
Spanish tourist dies, Greek wildfires prompt evacuations
Scorching start to summer puts Europe on alert
Extreme temperatures sweeping across the Mediterranean and Western Europe have already proved deadly, as reported by The Independent. A Spanish visitor collapsed and died while hiking in the countryside during 42-degree Celsius (107.6-degree Fahrenheit) heat, underscoring just how quickly the weather can turn perilous for tourists unaccustomed to such conditions.
