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ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Bioparc Valencia says goodbye to Negombo, one of Europe's longest-living Sri Lankan leopards

Wed, 06.05.26 - 09:45

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Benidorm police operation leads to 80 arrests in nightlife drug crackdown

Tue, 05.05.26 - 13:25

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

The Valencian Community leads Spain once again with 152 Blue Flag beaches for 2026

Tue, 05.05.26 - 12:43

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Tue, 05.05.26 - 09:58

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Spain supermarket savings: 3 simple changes that can drastically cut your bill

Tue, 05.05.26 - 09:26

WHAT'S ON & WHERE TO GO

July 18 The Ludovic Beier "Montmartre" Quartet and The Chico Pérez Quintet with special guest Manuel Lombo at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

WEATHER & CLIMATE

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to experts

MOTORING & TRAVEL

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

ALICANTE LIFESTYLE

Spain to cut antibiotic pack sizes in bid to tackle overuse

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

LATEST

Bioparc Valencia says goodbye to Negombo, one of Europe's longest-living Sri Lankan leopards

Wed, 06.05.26 - 09:45

The much-loved big cat arrived at the Spanish park back in 2009 and his offspring continue to thrive in zoos across Euro...

Benidorm police operation leads to 80 arrests in nightlife drug crackdown

The Valencian Community leads Spain once again with 152 Blue Flag beaches for 2026

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Spain supermarket savings: 3 simple changes that can drastically cut your bill

Bioparc Valencia says goodbye to Negombo, one of Europe's longest-living Sri Lankan leopards

Wed, 06.05.26 - 09:45

The much-loved big cat arrived at the Spanish park back in 2009 and his offspring continue to thrive in zoos across Euro...

Benidorm police operation leads to 80 arrests in nightlife drug crackdown

The Valencian Community leads Spain once again with 152 Blue Flag beaches for 2026

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Spain supermarket savings: 3 simple changes that can drastically cut your bill

Man dies after falling down irrigation ditch in tiny village between Orihuela and Murcia

Tue, 05.05.26 - 09:16

The tragedy occurred in La Aparecida, a quiet hamlet in Orihuela’s Vega Baja area A man has died in the Ori...

Weekend blaze at Orihuela-Almoradí scrapyard finally under control

Holidaymaker, 24, rescued after nearly drowning during late-night Torrevieja swim

Sun, showers and thunderstorms: Alicante weather forecast May 4-7

Child among three migrants found dead off Alicante coast in possible link to Cartagena tragedy

Benidorm police operation leads to 80 arrests in nightlife drug crackdown

Tue, 05.05.26 - 13:25

Officers say two brothers who ran venues and another pair handling security were central to the network The Polic&iac...

British fugitive wanted for drug trafficking arrested in Benidorm

Sun, showers and thunderstorms: Alicante weather forecast May 4-7

Two dead after scaffolding collapses from 13th floor of Benidorm tower

Silent disco tours spark debate over tourism in Tenerife and Spain

Alicante Airport is getting a fast-track lane just in time for the summer rush

Mon, 27.04.26 - 09:30

The priority security service is expected to launch at the Costa Blanca hub in June ahead of the busiest months of the y...

Crackdown coming on illegal Alicante Airport car parks

The city straddling two continents is now a direct flight away from Alicante

British passengers drive Alicante airport to a record-breaking 1.6 million in March

Portugal's last circus tiger finds sanctuary at a big cat rescue centre in Alicante

Wed, 15.04.26 - 08:27

After a lifetime locked in a circus truck, 16-year-old Sona is now in the care of the AAP Primadomus Foundation in Ville...

July 16-August 23 Cirque du Soleil returns to Alicante

Wed, 29.04.26 - 10:11

The Big Top is back on San Juan Beach in Alicante this summer Cirque du Soleil is coming back to Alicante this su...

Alicante Airport is getting a fast-track lane just in time for the summer rush

Crackdown coming on illegal Alicante Airport car parks

Spain's tiniest inhabited island is fighting for independence from Alicante

The city straddling two continents is now a direct flight away from Alicante

Bioparc Valencia says goodbye to Negombo, one of Europe's longest-living Sri Lankan leopards

Wed, 06.05.26 - 09:45

The much-loved big cat arrived at the Spanish park back in 2009 and his offspring continue to thrive in zoos across Euro...

The Valencian Community leads Spain once again with 152 Blue Flag beaches for 2026

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Spain supermarket savings: 3 simple changes that can drastically cut your bill

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to experts

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to experts

Tue, 05.05.26 - 08:32

Early summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s b...

Sun, showers and thunderstorms: Alicante weather forecast May 4-7

Segura River water reserves in Murcia hit their best level since 2013

Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rules

Spain braces for a potential super El Niño summer

ALICANTE WHAT'S ON

LATEST

July 18 The Ludovic Beier "Montmartre" Quartet and The Chico Pérez Quintet with special guest Manuel Lombo at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

Mon, 16.06.25 - 10:12

The accordion and acordina veteran is followed by one of the most renowned young musicians in Spain at the open-air audi...

July 17 The Luca Filastro Trio with Lara Ferrari and Young Gun Silver Fox at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 15 Gunhild Carling & Shakin'All and the Carles Benavent Trio with Raynald Colom & Tomasito at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 11 Rafa M. Guillén & The Jazz Walkers with Amy Gaviria and the Clarence Bekker Band with Berget Lewis at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 10 Antonio Serrano & The Kaele Jiménez Quartet and The War and Treaty at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

June 27 Turtle awareness morning in San Pedro del Pinatar!

Mon, 07.07.25 - 08:21

Learn how to protect loggerhead turtles at the Playa del Coterillo in San Pedro del Pinatar Over the last few years, ...

Craft market every Thursday in La Florida, Orihuela Costa

Celebrate Christmas Day in La Zenia with the biggest beach party in Europe

July 18 The Ludovic Beier "Montmartre" Quartet and The Chico Pérez Quintet with special guest Manuel Lombo at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

Mon, 16.06.25 - 10:12

The accordion and acordina veteran is followed by one of the most renowned young musicians in Spain at the open-air audi...

July 17 The Luca Filastro Trio with Lara Ferrari and Young Gun Silver Fox at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 15 Gunhild Carling & Shakin'All and the Carles Benavent Trio with Raynald Colom & Tomasito at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 11 Rafa M. Guillén & The Jazz Walkers with Amy Gaviria and the Clarence Bekker Band with Berget Lewis at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 10 Antonio Serrano & The Kaele Jiménez Quartet and The War and Treaty at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 11 Rafa M. Guillén & The Jazz Walkers with Amy Gaviria and the Clarence Bekker Band with Berget Lewis at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

Mon, 23.06.25 - 08:49

A Spanish trombone great and two magnificent Dutch vocalists at the open-air auditorium of Parque Almansa in San Javier ...

July 4 Camille Thurman with the Darrell Green Quartet and Take Me To The River All Stars at the 2026 San Javier International Jazz Festival

July 3 Cyrille Aimée and Ximo Tebar at the 2026 San Javier International Jazz Festival

July 1 Joe Lovano & Antonio Farao Trio and José James featuring China Moses at the 2026 San Javier International Jazz Festival

Full programme for the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

May 30 Free guided tour of the old hydroplane air base in Los Alcázares

Mon, 04.08.25 - 08:34

A key establishment in the aviation history of Spain and the history of Los Alcázares! The skies over Los Alc&...

July 18 The Ludovic Beier "Montmartre" Quartet and The Chico Pérez Quintet with special guest Manuel Lombo at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

Mon, 16.06.25 - 10:12

The accordion and acordina veteran is followed by one of the most renowned young musicians in Spain at the open-air audi...

July 17 The Luca Filastro Trio with Lara Ferrari and Young Gun Silver Fox at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 15 Gunhild Carling & Shakin'All and the Carles Benavent Trio with Raynald Colom & Tomasito at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 11 Rafa M. Guillén & The Jazz Walkers with Amy Gaviria and the Clarence Bekker Band with Berget Lewis at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

July 10 Antonio Serrano & The Kaele Jiménez Quartet and The War and Treaty at the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival

ALICANTE LIFESTYLE

LATEST

Spain to cut antibiotic pack sizes in bid to tackle overuse

Fri, 01.05.26 - 06:36

Tourists and residents alike have been known to stock up on antibiotics from Spanish pharmacies Spain is introduc...

Why May 1 is a public holiday in Spain

One year after Spain's historic blackout, Murcia is leading the way on solar self-sufficiency

Spain's wage tax burden rises further after the pandemic

Alexa+ arrives in Spain with a smarter, more natural way to help at home

Spain to cut antibiotic pack sizes in bid to tackle overuse

Fri, 01.05.26 - 06:36

Tourists and residents alike have been known to stock up on antibiotics from Spanish pharmacies Spain is introduc...

Why May 1 is a public holiday in Spain

One year after Spain's historic blackout, Murcia is leading the way on solar self-sufficiency

Spain's wage tax burden rises further after the pandemic

Alexa+ arrives in Spain with a smarter, more natural way to help at home

Spain's wage tax burden rises further after the pandemic

Tue, 28.04.26 - 07:19

The tax wedge has climbed since 2019, although Spain still sits below Germany, France and Italy Spain has seen the bi...

Left the UK after April 5, 2025? Expats in Spain could still face UK tax under new rules

How to get a criminal records check in Spain, with help from Heniam & Associates

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to know

Hidden tax breaks in Spain: The insurance policies that could cut your bill this year

What happens when local elderly care home residents plant trees in their neighbourhood

Mon, 20.04.26 - 12:49

Caser Residencial Santo Ángel has joined a city-wide initiative that is blending environmental action with commun...

Caser Residencial Santo Ángel residents visit local school to read to children

Alliance Pioneer Group brings reassurance for travellers needing medical transport from Spain

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates

Caser Residencial Santo Ángel attends ADERMUR gala celebrating progress in dependency care

What happens when local elderly care home residents plant trees in their neighbourhood

Mon, 20.04.26 - 12:49

Caser Residencial Santo Ángel has joined a city-wide initiative that is blending environmental action with commun...

Find the perfect spot in the sun or shade with this clever map

Seguro Parking: The smarter, cheaper way to park at Alicante and Murcia airports

Wed, 25.03.26 - 09:27

A meet-and-greet service, complimentary car wash and prices up to 90% cheaper than airport parking at Corvera and Alican...

Track Renfe trains live from your phone

How to save money on parking at Corvera Airport with Seguro Parking

How to save money on parking at Corvera Airport with Seguro Parking

Tue, 27.01.26 - 09:41

The meet and greet service at Corvera saves time and money with secure storage and complimentary car wash Parking...

MOTORING & TRAVEL

LATEST

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Tue, 05.05.26 - 09:58

Rising oil prices in Spain mean it's time to start driving smarter and these new habits could save you a fortune ...

Andalucía braces for more than 1.2 million journeys over May Day weekend

Fuel prices in Spain fall for second week in a row ahead of May Day getaway

Pink licence plates are coming to Europe, but what do they mean for Spain?

Spain's mandatory V16 beacon is being ignored in 83% of breakdowns

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Tue, 05.05.26 - 09:58

Rising oil prices in Spain mean it's time to start driving smarter and these new habits could save you a fortune ...

Andalucía braces for more than 1.2 million journeys over May Day weekend

Fuel prices in Spain fall for second week in a row ahead of May Day getaway

Pink licence plates are coming to Europe, but what do they mean for Spain?

Spain's mandatory V16 beacon is being ignored in 83% of breakdowns

The white diamond road sign in Spain: Don't get caught out

Thu, 26.03.26 - 11:26

It marks a special lane for shared cars, but misuse can lead to a €200 fine If you’ve been driving around ...

Could your winter coat land you a driving fine in Spain?

ALICANTE PROPERTY NEWS

LATEST

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across Spain

Wed, 29.04.26 - 16:00

A new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist a...

One year after Spain's historic blackout, Murcia is leading the way on solar self-sufficiency

Spain unveils €7 billion housing plan with grants for renovations, rentals and first-time buyers

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to know

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across Spain

Wed, 29.04.26 - 16:00

A new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist a...

Alicante strengthens its grip as Spain's third biggest property market

Buying off-plan in Spain: Why conveyancing matters more than ever

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Moving to Spain: How much it costs, what companies can help you and what to expect

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market

Wed, 29.04.26 - 09:43

Spainora helps expats navigate Spain’s fast-changing new-build market and find the right property with confidence ...

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with Spainora

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to know

Wed, 22.04.26 - 10:15

IBI, Plusvalía, waste collection fees and more – a practical guide for anyone who owns property in Spa...

Buying off-plan in Spain: Why conveyancing matters more than ever

Mon, 13.04.26 - 08:05

Understanding the extra risks behind new-build purchases Buying a property off-plan in Spain can be an attra...

How to tackle the Non-lucrative Visa (NLV) application process and avoid common pitfalls

Arbitration in Spain: Heniam can get your dispute resolved

Heniam visa seminar coming to a location near you: Where would you like to see the next one held?

One year after Spain's historic blackout, Murcia is leading the way on solar self-sufficiency

Mon, 04.05.26 - 12:21

Join the solar revolution and make the switch with expert guidance across the south of Spain from Ecocorp Solar T...

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market

Buying off-plan in Spain: Why conveyancing matters more than ever

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with Spainora

The risk of not using conveyancing services during your property transaction

Tue, 24.03.26 - 10:49

Why skipping professional help when buying or selling a home can lead to costly problems Buying or selling a prop...

Arbitration in Spain: Heniam can get your dispute resolved

The different kinds of visas to live in Spain and how to get them

One year after Spain's historic blackout, Murcia is leading the way on solar self-sufficiency

Mon, 04.05.26 - 12:21

Join the solar revolution and make the switch with expert guidance across the south of Spain from Ecocorp Solar T...

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Ecocorp Solar expands its expert services into Alicante

Moving to Spain: How much it costs, what companies can help you and what to expect

La Encarnación tourist apartments in Los Alcázares

Wed, 31.12.25 - 11:33

Affordable seafront accommodation in Los Alcázares for golfers, water sports enthusiasts and other visitors to th...

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market

Wed, 29.04.26 - 09:43

Spainora helps expats navigate Spain’s fast-changing new-build market and find the right property with confidence ...

Alicante strengthens its grip as Spain's third biggest property market

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across Spain

Wed, 29.04.26 - 16:00

A new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist a...

One year after Spain's historic blackout, Murcia is leading the way on solar self-sufficiency

Spain unveils €7 billion housing plan with grants for renovations, rentals and first-time buyers

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to know

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market

WEATHER & CLIMATE

LATEST

LATEST

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to experts

Tue, 05.05.26 - 08:32

Early summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s b...

Sun, showers and thunderstorms: Alicante weather forecast May 4-7

Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rules

Spain braces for a potential super El Niño summer

Ecocorp Solar expands its expert services into Alicante

SPANISH NEWS TODAY

LATEST

Bioparc Valencia says goodbye to Negombo, one of Europe's longest-living Sri Lankan leopards

Wed, 06.05.26 - 09:45

The much-loved big cat arrived at the Spanish park back in 2009 and his offspring continue to thrive in zoos across Euro...

Spain's tourism holds steady as visitor spending climbs despite global uncertainty

Spain wants to ban octopus farming due to their superior intelligence

Spain makes history with 677 Blue Flag beaches, 35 more than in 2025

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Bioparc Valencia says goodbye to Negombo, one of Europe's longest-living Sri Lankan leopards

Wed, 06.05.26 - 09:45

The much-loved big cat arrived at the Spanish park back in 2009 and his offspring continue to thrive in zoos across Euro...

Spain's tourism holds steady as visitor spending climbs despite global uncertainty

Spain wants to ban octopus farming due to their superior intelligence

Spain makes history with 677 Blue Flag beaches, 35 more than in 2025

Save up to 50% on fuel with these top tips from the DGT Spain

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across Spain

Wed, 29.04.26 - 16:00

A new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist a...

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to know

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates

Apartments in Barcelona: Neighbourhoods and prices you should know

Why are smoke alarms still so rare in Spanish homes?

Spain's tourism holds steady as visitor spending climbs despite global uncertainty

Wed, 06.05.26 - 07:40

March figures show rising tourist spend and strong UK demand, with Andalucía leading growth Spain’s tour...

This Murcia seaside town has been named Europe's best place for a boat trip

Rafa Nadal's ZEL brand is heading to Fuerteventura

New direct Valencia flight to 'magical' European city confirmed for 2026

Spain's most famous party town has a new tourist route and it's all about the perfect selfie

Books and culture take centre stage across Spain on April 23

Mon, 20.04.26 - 10:00

Andalucía leads celebrations with events, readings and a nationwide love of literature April 23 is World Book ...

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older

Wetherspoon is already opening its 2nd and 3rd pubs in Spain! Here's where...

The 2025 Christmas Lottery: Who's barred from playing and how not to lose it all if you win

Sant Jordi festival, Barcelona: Where St Georges Day is celebrated in Spain

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to experts

Tue, 05.05.26 - 08:32

Early summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s b...

Wed, 29.04.26 - 10:11

The Big Top is back on San Juan Beach in Alicante this summer Cirque du Soleil is coming back to Alicante this su...