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ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Semana Santa thefts cost Spanish retailers €591 million

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:39

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Disney's live-action movie Tangled to be filmed in Alicante

Tue, 31.03.26 - 10:52

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Alicante's pet population booms with nearly half a million registered dogs and cats

Tue, 31.03.26 - 10:14

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

Costa Cruises joins the growing list of liners setting sail directly from Alicante

Tue, 31.03.26 - 09:51

WHAT'S ON & WHERE TO GO

April 11 Guardamar dog show to raise funds for local animal rescue

WEATHER & CLIMATE

Clear skies and strong winds at times this week: Alicante weather March 30-April 2

MOTORING & TRAVEL

Three spectacular Spanish road trips to do by campervan this Easter

ALICANTE LIFESTYLE

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

ALICANTE REGIONAL NEWS

LATEST

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

Mercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can...

Disney's live-action movie Tangled to be filmed in Alicante

Alicante's pet population booms with nearly half a million registered dogs and cats

Costa Cruises joins the growing list of liners setting sail directly from Alicante

Semana Santa thefts cost Spanish retailers €591 million

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

Mercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can...

Disney's live-action movie Tangled to be filmed in Alicante

Alicante's pet population booms with nearly half a million registered dogs and cats

Costa Cruises joins the growing list of liners setting sail directly from Alicante

Semana Santa thefts cost Spanish retailers €591 million

Disney's live-action movie Tangled to be filmed in Alicante

Tue, 31.03.26 - 10:52

The production will be based at Ciudad de la Luz studios in Alicante and will use locations across the Valencian C...

Torrevieja port promenade reopens after €6.5 million revamp

Clear skies and strong winds at times this week: Alicante weather March 30-April 2

Alicante Airport braces for Easter rush with more than 4,200 flights booked

AI traffic lights are being installed at one of Orihuela Costa's most notorious roundabouts

Meningitis claims the life of Alicante teen as UK outbreak rings alarm bells

Wed, 25.03.26 - 10:24

Contact tracing is underway in Dénia following the tragic death of the 17-year-old The death of a 17-year-...

The Llíber property scandal: A summary of two decades of deception

Disney's live-action movie Tangled to be filmed in Alicante

Tue, 31.03.26 - 10:52

The production will be based at Ciudad de la Luz studios in Alicante and will use locations across the Valencian C...

Clear skies and strong winds at times this week: Alicante weather March 30-April 2

Benidorm walks the talk as one of Spain's most pedestrian�??friendly towns

Brit missing in Benidorm as family issues urgent appeal

Man arrested in Benidorm after cocaine found hidden in his clothes near English area

Alicante Airport braces for Easter rush with more than 4,200 flights booked

Fri, 27.03.26 - 09:27

Holy Week points to a busy summer ahead at Miguel Hernández Airport Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Air...

Disney's live-action movie Tangled to be filmed in Alicante

Tue, 31.03.26 - 10:52

The production will be based at Ciudad de la Luz studios in Alicante and will use locations across the Valencian C...

Alicante Airport braces for Easter rush with more than 4,200 flights booked

Fri, 27.03.26 - 09:27

Holy Week points to a busy summer ahead at Miguel Hernández Airport Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Air...

Alicante Airport unveils plans for snazzy new VIP lounge

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats

Life imitates art at Caser Residencial

Best Lawyers recognises Raúl Pardo-Geijo as Lawyer of the Year in Criminal Law in Spain 2026

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

Mercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can...

Disney's live-action movie Tangled to be filmed in Alicante

Alicante's pet population booms with nearly half a million registered dogs and cats

Semana Santa thefts cost Spanish retailers €591 million

Spanish airport ground staff strike could hit 1.3 million Easter travellers

Clear skies and strong winds at times this week: Alicante weather March 30-April 2

Mon, 30.03.26 - 09:54

Alicante is set for a largely dry and sunny few days, although strong winds will make things feel a little fresher at ti...

From dry to drenched, the Vega Baja sees rain totals rocket in the last few weeks

Employees in Spain have legal right to stay home during severe weather alerts

Tracking natural disasters in Spain: How to view a real-time satellite map

ALICANTE WHAT'S ON

LATEST

April 11 Guardamar dog show to raise funds for local animal rescue

Mon, 22.09.25 - 10:02

Entry to Canine Chaos is just €4 and every penny goes to Big Red's Animal Association If your dog has an...

April 19 Pilar de la Horadada popular Canine March is back

April 3 and 4 Free guided visits to the windmills in the salt flats of San Pedro del Pinatar

May 8 to 10 Huge second-hand vehicle fair at the IFEPA venue in Torre Pacheco

Explore Orihuela city and coast: April guided tours, tastings, trips and more

Explore Orihuela city and coast: April guided tours, tastings, trips and more

Tue, 24.03.26 - 10:13

Orihuela Costa and Orihuela city both feature in next month's packed tourism programme Orihuela's Tourism...

April 11 Guardamar dog show to raise funds for local animal rescue

Mon, 22.09.25 - 10:02

Entry to Canine Chaos is just €4 and every penny goes to Big Red's Animal Association If your dog has an...

April 19 Pilar de la Horadada popular Canine March is back

Explore Orihuela city and coast: April guided tours, tastings, trips and more

Craft market every Thursday in La Florida, Orihuela Costa

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

May 8 to 10 Huge second-hand vehicle fair at the IFEPA venue in Torre Pacheco

Tue, 26.08.25 - 08:52

Over 1,000 cars and other vehicles for sale at the largest event of its kind in the Region of Murcia Now in its 22nd ...

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

April 3 and 4 Free guided visits to the windmills in the salt flats of San Pedro del Pinatar

Tue, 30.09.25 - 09:40

Discover how salt production was wind-powered at the northern end of the Mar Menor! On Good Friday and Easter Saturda...

Explore Orihuela city and coast: April guided tours, tastings, trips and more

Explore Orihuela city and coast: April guided tours, tastings, trips and more

Tue, 24.03.26 - 10:13

Orihuela Costa and Orihuela city both feature in next month's packed tourism programme Orihuela's Tourism...

Armistice Day in Spain: Do the Spanish wear poppies and celebrate Remembrance Day?

ALICANTE LIFESTYLE

LATEST

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

Mercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can...

Alicante's pet population booms with nearly half a million registered dogs and cats

Clocks go forward in Spain but energy savings remain minimal

Bullfighting crowds fall sharply despite funding and pockets of renewed interest

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

Mercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can...

Alicante's pet population booms with nearly half a million registered dogs and cats

Clocks go forward in Spain but energy savings remain minimal

Bullfighting crowds fall sharply despite funding and pockets of renewed interest

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Fri, 27.03.26 - 13:22

Go Solar helps homeowners in southern Spain save money and enjoy renewable energy without the stress Go Solar off...

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to Spain

Got questions about your 2026 tax return? Experts set to answer ahead of April launch

The risk of not using conveyancing services during your property transaction

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats

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

Wed, 11.03.26 - 23:51

The annual event recognises individuals and organisations dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people in Murci...

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats

How elderly care trends are developing in Spain: From traditional residences to innovative home solutions

Love was in the air at Caser Residencial's International Units this Valentine's Day

PHOTO GALLERY: Carnival celebrations bring colour and joy to Caser Residencial

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

Should Brits resident in Spain still have their passports stamped at the airport? Here's the truth...

Electric scooters in Spain: New insurance rules and essential safety regulations

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...

Electric scooters in Spain: New insurance rules and essential safety regulations

MOTORING & TRAVEL

LATEST

Three spectacular Spanish road trips to do by campervan this Easter

Mon, 30.03.26 - 12:26

With no flights, no hotel bookings and no fixed itinerary, campervanning is one of the most liberating ways to see Spain...

Extra trains and buses laid on as Madrid-Málaga rail disruption continues into Easter

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

Speeding in Spain could soon land drivers with jail time

Spain may allow young children in front passenger seat in certain cases

Three spectacular Spanish road trips to do by campervan this Easter

Mon, 30.03.26 - 12:26

With no flights, no hotel bookings and no fixed itinerary, campervanning is one of the most liberating ways to see Spain...

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

Speeding in Spain could soon land drivers with jail time

Spain may allow young children in front passenger seat in certain cases

Fuel prices plummet across Spain following VAT reduction

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 ...

Speeding in Spain could soon land drivers with jail time

Get your new V16 emergency beacon at TJ Electricals Euronics Camposol

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

Understanding the differences between car insurance in Spain and the UK

ALICANTE PROPERTY NEWS

LATEST

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Fri, 27.03.26 - 13:22

Go Solar helps homeowners in southern Spain save money and enjoy renewable energy without the stress Go Solar off...

Just Murcia Property: Your local experts for buying, selling and investing in the Region of Murcia

The risk of not using conveyancing services during your property transaction

New developments reshape the Costa Cálida property market

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Fri, 27.03.26 - 13:22

Go Solar helps homeowners in southern Spain save money and enjoy renewable energy without the stress Go Solar off...

Just Murcia Property: Your local experts for buying, selling and investing in the Region of Murcia

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

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with Spainora

The Llíber property scandal: A summary of two decades of deception

Just Murcia Property: Your local experts for buying, selling and investing in the Region of Murcia

Fri, 20.03.26 - 13:46

From new-build investment to your ideal retirement property, this Los Belones-based agency offers a fully personal ...

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with Spainora

Non-resident property tax: Stress-free filing with IberianTax

Fri, 17.10.25 - 10:30

Although owning a property in Spain is a dream for many, filing your non-resident property taxes can prove more of a...

In question: Rental-expense deductions for non-EU property owners in Spain

Tue, 02.12.25 - 11:03

by IberianTax For the 2025 tax year, non-resident property owners in Spain must file their Rental Incom...

Own property in Spain? Here's what's changing for non-residents in 2025-2026

Non-resident property tax: Stress-free filing with IberianTax

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

Fri, 06.02.26 - 13:02

Find out what to check before applying for the NLV so your documents don't get rejected For British people lo...

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?

In question: Rental-expense deductions for non-EU property owners in Spain

Own property in Spain? Here's what's changing for non-residents in 2025-2026

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Fri, 27.03.26 - 13:22

Go Solar helps homeowners in southern Spain save money and enjoy renewable energy without the stress Go Solar off...

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with Spainora

Ecocorp Solar shares festive wishes for a Happy Christmas and greener New Year

Merry Christmas 2025 and Happy New Year 2026 from Global Relocation - Spain

Safe, smart and secure storage with Global Relocation - Spain

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

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Fri, 27.03.26 - 13:22

Go Solar helps homeowners in southern Spain save money and enjoy renewable energy without the stress Go Solar off...

Ecocorp Solar expands its expert services into Alicante

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

Just Murcia Property: Your local experts for buying, selling and investing in the Region of Murcia

Fri, 20.03.26 - 13:46

From new-build investment to your ideal retirement property, this Los Belones-based agency offers a fully personal ...

La Encarnación tourist apartments in Los Alcázares

Powering your home, simplifying your future

Fri, 27.03.26 - 13:22

Go Solar helps homeowners in southern Spain save money and enjoy renewable energy without the stress Go Solar off...

Just Murcia Property: Your local experts for buying, selling and investing in the Region of Murcia

The risk of not using conveyancing services during your property transaction

New developments reshape the Costa Cálida property market

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats

WEATHER & CLIMATE

LATEST

LATEST

Clear skies and strong winds at times this week: Alicante weather March 30-April 2

Mon, 30.03.26 - 09:54

Alicante is set for a largely dry and sunny few days, although strong winds will make things feel a little fresher at ti...

From dry to drenched, the Vega Baja sees rain totals rocket in the last few weeks

Ecocorp Solar expands its expert services into Alicante

Employees in Spain have legal right to stay home during severe weather alerts

Tracking natural disasters in Spain: How to view a real-time satellite map

SPANISH NEWS TODAY

LATEST

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

Mercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can...

Semana Santa thefts cost Spanish retailers €591 million

Spain closes its airspace to US military aircraft involved in the Iran war

Spanish airport ground staff strike could hit 1.3 million Easter travellers

Farmers dump 15,000 litres of Portuguese milk in Galicia protest

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia

Tue, 31.03.26 - 11:54

Mercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can...

Semana Santa thefts cost Spanish retailers €591 million

Spain closes its airspace to US military aircraft involved in the Iran war

Spanish airport ground staff strike could hit 1.3 million Easter travellers

Farmers dump 15,000 litres of Portuguese milk in Galicia protest

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates

Fri, 06.03.26 - 14:49

Starting a new life in Spain means embracing new experiences, traditions and a different way of life. To fully enjoy...

Apartments in Barcelona: Neighbourhoods and prices you should know

Why are smoke alarms still so rare in Spanish homes?

How to slash your electricity bill in Spain by timing your appliances right

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats

Spanish airport ground staff strike could hit 1.3 million Easter travellers

Tue, 31.03.26 - 08:56

Alicante, Málaga and Valencia are among the airports affected as workers walk out over pay disputes Anyone...

Mount Teide to be watched around the clock as Tenerife tightens control

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

Extra trains and buses laid on as Madrid-Málaga rail disruption continues into Easter

EU warns Spain over Balearic tourist rental ban as legal battle escalates

Bullfighting crowds fall sharply despite funding and pockets of renewed interest

Fri, 27.03.26 - 12:16

New report points to long-term decline in attendance even as subsidies and tourism keep the tradition visible Bullfig...

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

British artist's secret underwater world off Lanzarote

Bullfighting is having a resurgence in Málaga�?� and the Germans are leading the charge

Netflix films in Spain... and 'cleans up' church's priceless Civil War graffiti

Sunny skies and rising temperatures: Spain weather forecast March 30-April 2

Fri, 27.03.26 - 13:23

The daytime temperatures will climb steadily throughout the week across most of Spain Temperatures expected on Tu...

Tue, 31.03.26 - 09:51

Costa, MSC and Fred Olsen are all planning departures from Alicante this year as the port builds a solid reputation ...