Date set for opening of Wetherspoon pub at Alicante Airport
A chance for a pint and a feeling of home for UK passengers at Alicante Airport as Wetherspoon confirms opening of its first European pub It’s official: Wetherspoon will..

Weather alerts issued as strong winds and rain return: Alicante weather forecast January 19-22
Weather warnings are in place as rain, strong winds, and rough seas start the week  January is reminding us it’s still winter this week, with cloudy skies, spells of..

Spain's €60 travel pass goes on sale: Everything you need to know
Unlimited travel across Spain for 30 days with the new flat-rate ticket is now available Spain's new Single Transport Pass went on sale this Monday January 12, letting..

Mandatory January 2 electric scooter insurance shelved in Spain
Half a million scooter riders in Spain get a reprieve as traffic bosses admit the national register won't be ready for January deadline Electric scooter owners across Spain..

Spain grants grace period for V-16 beacons
The introduction of the new emergency lights is about “information before fines”, according to Spanish traffic authorities Drivers in Spain who have yet to get their..

Gas station robbery gang smashed across Murcia region and surrounding areas
Guardia Civil arrests four after 50+ break-ins targeting petrol stations and homes The Murcia region and nearby areas can breathe a little easier after the Guardia Civil smashed..

Bizum moves into shops with new tap-to-pay feature
Caja Rural becomes first banking group to roll out contactless Bizum Pay on mobiles Bizum is about to take a significant step forward in how people pay in Spain, with a new..

Orihuela Costa drives population boom as British remain largest foreign group
Huge growth along the coast has pushed Orihuela municipality close to 89,000 residents Orihuela Costa has become the main engine behind a sharp rise in population across..

Spain's inflation eases as Murcia gets a break on bills and basics
The cost of living across Spain rose 2.7% in 2025, but the Region of Murcia saw smaller price hikes than most other areas Spain ended 2025 with a gentler rise in prices..

Spain's medical cannabis milestone comes with training warning
Patients and doctors welcome new rules but say specialists must learn to prescribe it Patients and medical groups have cheered a key step towards legal medical cannabis in..

Spain to hand over 17,000 rural properties to aspiring young farmers
The 'Tierra Joven' platform has been launched to help the younger generation in Spain access property and tackle the depopulation crisis The Spanish government is preparing..

Invasive turtles on the move in Vinalopó River
Environmentalists trap nine unwanted newcomers while native population thrives Good news for wildlife watchers along the Vinalopó River: the native turtle population is growing..

Government weighs up stripping Julio Iglesias of arts medal as pressure grows over allegations
Ministers consider next steps as institutions across Spain review honours linked to the singer The Spanish government is considering whether to withdraw Julio Iglesias’s..

New Spanish V-16 emergency beacon sparks pacemaker safety fears
Doctors warn drivers in Spain with pacemakers to keep emergency beacons away from their chest Spain has introduced plenty of laws that has expats rolling their eyes but..

Spain crowned best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025
A near perfect score put Spain ahead of 63 rival countries for remote working Spain has officially been crowned the best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025..

Spain's best and worst airports for delays revealed in 2025 rankings
Millions of passengers were hit by delays and cancellations across Spain last year As another year gets underway, attention is once again turning to how well Europe’s..

Best Lawyers recognises Raúl Pardo-Geijo as Lawyer of the Year in Criminal Law in Spain 2026
The prestigious American legal publisher Best Lawyers, considered the oldest legal ranking institution in the world and one of the most influential internationally, has distinguished..

Alicante sets its sights on China to boost international tourism in 2026
Alicante city is planning fairs, partnerships and promotions to build on last year’s success Alicante city's government is hoping to build on the record hotel occupancy..

Alicante-Elche airport nears 20 million passengers in record-breaking 2025
International travellers, led by the British, drive an 8.5% increase in passenger numbers Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has capped 2025 with a new record, nearly..

Plans move forward for new desalination plants on the Alicante and Murcia coasts
The Torrevieja and Águilas facilities should increase the water supply in southern Spain Another step forward has been taken towards building two new desalination plants..

Brit arrested after 7kg of cocaine found in car at Denia ferry port
Driver detained as drugs discovered in secret compartment on route from Costa Blanca to Balearic Islands A 62-year-old British man has been remanded in custody after officers..

Does using car heating waste fuel in Spain? A mechanic has the answer
The science behind why warming up your car during the Spanish winter doesn’t hit your wallet Just as motorists wonder how much blasting the air conditioning during the..

Scams on the rise in Alicante as police warn of growing threats
Fake bank calls, bogus rentals and child-in-distress schemes top the list of crimes troubling the province Alicante residents are being warned to stay alert as scams continue..

Dense fog at Alicante airport leaves thousands of British passengers stranded in Spain
At least 18 inbound flights were diverted as thick mist blanketed the Costa Blanca on Tuesday morning British travellers heading to and from Alicante were thrown into chaos..