Thousands of firefighters worked overnight to contain dozens of deadly wildfires burning across Spain and Portugal as heat and gusty winds spread blazes through dry brush, forests and crops.

In total, three deaths and 16 injuries have been reported in connection with the firefighting efforts in Castilla y Leon.

By Nacho Doce and David Latona SANT ANTONI DE PORTMANY, Spain (Reuters) -It's another night, another party at a hotel in Ibiza. The international clientele dances to the house beat while laser lights reflect on the curvy swimming pool and on a sea of sunglasses worn after dark at the open-air venue.

Colleen Crowley and her family wanted more than their “sheltered” life in Montecito could offer. They packed everything into 10 suitcases, moved to Spain and have never looked back.

Adding to consumers' woes, the Bank of Spain scrapped its temporary VAT relief on basic foodstuffs in January. The 4% levy has been reintroduced, adding €853 million in just six months to the government's coffers.

Dua Lipa has gone all out to celebrate her turning 30 in a few days. Her recent bikini photos from her fun getaway in Spain have gone viral online. The singer has been on a long European vacation with her family and friends as she continues to enjoy her birthday month.

Spain’s recent economic history serves as a powerful warning for governments, investors, and citizens around the world. From the financial boom fueled by housing and credit to the sharp collapse during the European debt crisis,