Christmas in Spain: a holiday you can enjoy whatever the weather.

Christmas in Spain has something special about it. The country seems to slow down slightly, but at the same time, it continues to function safely and without rushing. The streets are filled with lights, the squares with families, and the general feeling of order and tranquility persists even on the busiest holidays.

This year, one of the most striking symbols of Christmas was the Santiago Bernabéu stadium, which for a few days traded the excitement of football for a festive atmosphere. An ice rink, lights, rides, and children's laughter transformed an iconic venue into a large family space. It seemed as if the stadium had decided to take a break from sports to become the city's Christmas park—and the idea worked.

In Alicante, as always, Christmas was celebrated in a big way. The enormous figures of the nativity scene once again became a popular meeting point for strolls and photographs. Beside them, adults slowed their pace, and children looked up with that expression that reminds us why the holidays exist.

And nearby, following a now-familiar tradition, Santa Claus was collecting letters in Torrevieja containing the dreams of the children. Carefully folded envelopes, eyes shining with excitement, and many shared hopes. Simple moments that remind us that life goes on, that children dream, and that the future unfolds.

Spain knows how to appreciate these quiet, human moments, when, without grand pronouncements, a sense of closeness and stability is created.

Furthermore, the holidays themselves have passed without incident: no serious events have been reported, emergency and municipal services have operated as usual, and city life is proceeding smoothly. The festivities continue without disruption, in an organized and serene manner. Even in the smallest details, this special rhythm is palpable: someone arriving on time for a family dinner, another strolling leisurely, someone finally allowing themselves to stop and observe. Perhaps that is one of the secrets of Christmas in Spain: knowing how to live without stress, even when surrounded by thousands of lights and people. Spain doesn't try to impress with grandiose gestures at this time of year. It simply remains itself: approachable, vibrant, and well-organized. And when a city embraces children's dreams and believes in them, it's a sign that everything is going as it should.