Tourist apartment boom in Spain finally slows after years of rapid growth
Sharp year-on-year fall in holiday rentals comes as high prices and new rules reshape the tourism market After several years of relentless growth, Spain’s supply of tourist..

Spain gears up for exceptional year with 13 full moons lighting up the skies in 2026
Wolf Moon and Snow Moon have already passed but 11 celestial spectacles are still to come including the rare Blue Moon in May Stargazers across Spain are in for a treat..

Dog DNA registers spread across Spain as councils crack down on owners who don't pick up poop
The Costa del Sol and Tarragona become the latest to demand genetic samples as 81 towns use database to track down and fine offenders Dog owners in Tarragona will soon..

Asteroid set to smash into the Moon in biggest impact humanity has ever witnessed
The December 2032 collision will release a force greater than any nuclear explosion on Earth Mark your calendars for a once-in-a-lifetime event on December 22, 2032. That..

British man arrested for fatal shooting in Orihuela Costa, Spain
Police are still investigating the drug-related killing after a body was found in a residential area of Campoamor A British man has been arrested in connection with the..

Spanish rail strikes called off after unions reach €1.8 billion deal
Hundreds of trains across Spain were delayed or stopped running altogether Spain's planned three-day rail strike has been called off after unions reached what they're calling..

Wetherspoon opens first Spanish pub at Alicante Airport with full English breakfasts and pints of Guinness
The British chain's European debut features a smoking terrace and menu blending home favourites with Spanish dishes British pub giant Wetherspoon opened its first ever..

Alicante Airport's new taxiway set to begin construction
Night-time work on €16.7 million project will start in late February to avoid disrupting flight schedules Construction of a new taxiway at Alicante-Elche Miguel Herná..

High prices push tourists to rethink Spain holidays despite record takings
Shorter stays and rising costs signal a shift in travel habits at home and abroad Spain’s tourism industry may be breaking revenue records, but new figures suggest the sector..

Passenger attacks Ryanair employee over hand luggage dispute at Palma Airport
The incident reportedly escalated quickly during check-in for a Ryanair flight to Madrid, leaving staff and passengers shaken According to local reports, a passenger at..

Tiny town near Benidorm clamps down on tourist lets in historic centre
Polop de la Marina moves to strictly regulate holiday rentals to protect residents and heritage A small inland town close to Benidorm has taken a firm stance on holiday rentals..

Brighter weather ahead but strong winds remain a concern: Alicante weather forecast February 9-12
Wind alerts remain in place across Alicante but brighter weather is expected as conditions slowly begin to improve The unsettled February weather continues this week with..

New EU border checks raise fears of lengthy airport queues for UK travellers
Biometric entry system already causing delays at popular Spanish and European destinations UK holiday makers in Spain or heading to Europe are being warned to brace themselves..

Life imitates art at Caser Residencial
Residents step into the spotlight, becoming the stars of famous paintings as part of this new project Caser Residencial is bringing a touch of creativity and fun to everyday..

Torrevieja to expand its overwhelmed hospital with 12,000 square metres of new land
The Mayor of Torrevieja has promised more beds and operating theatres but the budget and timeline remain unclear The Valencian Health Minister Marciano Gómez and Torrevieja..

Spain clarifies migrant regularisation rules on overseas criminal records
New draft reveals time limits, legal definitions and a fallback option if foreign paperwork never arrives Spain’s planned mass regularisation of undocumented migrants is..

Silent lung cancer risk in Spain: What the radon map really shows
On World Cancer Day experts warn about a hidden gas linked to hundreds of deaths each year World Cancer Day, on February 4, has again turned the spotlight on lung cancer in..

Employees in Spain have legal right to stay home during severe weather alerts
The Ministry of Labour reminds employees throughout Spain that they can claim paid leave during orange and red storm warnings As Storm Leonardo continues to batter Spain..

Mystery 'explosion' rattles windows across Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja
The loud bang that shook the Costa Blanca on Wednesday has been traced to military fighter jets If you were sitting at home in Orihuela Costa or Torrevieja on Wednesday..

Orihuela Costa private hospital project moves forward with April construction start
The development plans consist of a clinic with operating rooms on a 3.3-hectare plot near La Zenia Plans for a private hospital in Orihuela Costa are finally moving ahead..

Alicante invites UK travellers with culture, food and sport
Tourism team showcases the city in Leeds and Newcastle as British visitor numbers rise Alicante has been busy flying the flag in the UK, with the Alicante City&Beach Tourism..

WATCH! Dramatic footage shows vital water pipe bursting yet again in Orihuela
The Tajo-Segura Transfer in the south of Spain has sprung a major leak for the second time in months   You'd think after the recent downpours that water wouldn't be..

Spanish tax return 2025/2026: Key dates and complete guide to avoid missing deadlines
The income tax campaign, or Declaración de la Renta in Spain, starts a day early this year on April 8 Tax season is rolling around again and April marks the start of the..

Rising rat sightings spark warning from environmental health experts across Spain
Professionals call for coordinated action as rodents are increasingly spotted in towns and city centres Environmental health specialists are warning that rats are becoming..