MURCIA REGION

Spain enters the dog days of summer this Tuesday: The hottest and most dangerous stretch of the year beginsFrom July 15 to August 15, Spain typically experiences the hottest days – and nights – of the entire year If you thought it was hot before, you haven’t seen anything yet, as Spain enters the so-called ‘dog days’ of summer.. 15/07/2025

These are the Spanish beaches that welcome dogs this summerIn Spain, the number of coastal cities that allow dogs on the beaches is increasing Every year, thousands of people hit the Spanish coast in search of a beach and a refreshing, cooling swim. But it’s not just us humans who suffer in the sun;.. 15/07/2025

Garden Boutique: More than just flowersVisit a creative hub for floral design, wellbeing and hands-on workshops in Mazarrón   The Garden Boutique flower shop in Mazarrón has quickly become a local favourite for far more than its beautiful flowers. While its vibrant blooms.. 15/07/2025

An uneasy calm returns to Torre Pacheco as the Murcia town becomes Spain's epicentre of the migration debateArrests have been made of agitators and the three people accused of the assault that ignited the disturbances Torre Pacheco, a town of over just 40,000 residents in Murcia’s Mar Menor area, remains tense yet outwardly calm following several.. 15/07/2025

Murcia sees 57% rise in home sales, with growing interest from foreign buyersThe latest data show the second-best May on record as international demand drives surge in residential property purchases The sale and purchase of homes in the Region of Murcia rose by 57.2% in May 2025 compared to the same month last year, far outpacing.. 15/07/2025

Spanish heatwaves have already killed 10 times as many people as 2024A shocking 1,180 people have died in Spain as a result of the heat in just two months There’s still a whole lot of summer left to get through and extreme heat has already claimed the lives of 1,180 people across Spain between May 16 and July.. 15/07/2025

Summer adventures with Taquilla TicketsFive unforgettable trips through the Region of Murcia and beyond If you’re looking to make the most of your summer in the sun, Taquilla Tickets has you covered. This local, family-run business has been organising fun, accessible trips for the.. 15/07/2025

Estacio bridge break-down brings La Manga traffic to a standstill for two hoursLa Manga business owners and residents have once again called for a tunnel to replace the failing bridge The Estacio Bridge in La Manga del Mar Menor broke down once again on Sunday afternoon, July 13, causing major traffic disruption during one of.. 15/07/2025

Major earthquake off Almería-Murcia coast felt across southern SpainThe tremors originating in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea were felt in Murcia, Andalucía and beyond It was about 7am when the windows began to rattle in their frames and the crockery in the kitchen clinked. Those who were awake already.. 14/07/2025

Why Currencies Direct is rated 5-stars and trusted by expats in SpainIn comparison with other euro-to-GBP currency exchange services in Spain, Currencies Direct regularly comes out as the top choice for expats and tourists changing money Currencies Direct has become a go-to service for UK and other foreign nationals.. 14/07/2025

Tourism booms in Los Alcázares with best June in more than a decadeA packed cultural and sports calendar, plus the return of the international air show, helped bring more than 60,000 extra visitors to Los Alcázares Los Alcázares has registered its highest number of visitors in the month of June.. 14/07/2025

First loggerhead turtle nest of summer found in CalblanqueVolunteers uncover 75 turtle eggs and launch 2025 nesting season in Murcia   Early on Sunday morning July 13, volunteers from the “Turtle Territory 2025” project discovered the first loggerhead turtle tracks of the season on Calblanque.. 14/07/2025

What to do if you fall ill while on holiday in Spain, from Alliance Pioneer GroupA guide for British travellers facing medical difficulties while abroad Falling ill or getting injured while on holiday can be a daunting prospect, especially in a foreign country where language and healthcare systems differ. For British travellers.. 14/07/2025

Corvera Airport duty free gets swanky new makeoverThere are two new shopping areas, one of which has a fancy gastrobar eatery area inside The Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera has just got two new recently renovated duty-free shops where passengers flying from the airport can shop.. 14/07/2025

Settled, sunny and getting hotter: Murcia weekly weather forecast July 14-17Temperatures are due to rise over the course of this week in Murcia up to 40ºC/104ºF again Murcia weather forecast, Wednesday July 16   According to the forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), this week’s.. 14/07/2025

Carlos Alcaraz loses Wimbledon men's final to Jannik SinnerThe Spaniard missed out on a historic threefer after his Roland Garros win last month   Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz lost in the Wimbledon men’s final to Jannik Sinner this Sunday July 13 after the Italian roared back to claim his first.. 13/07/2025

Tensions flare in Torre Pacheco as anti-migrant unrest fuels fear of far-right incitementAuthorities are blaming out-of-town agitators for anti-immigrant violence as residents call for calm and coexistence The town of Torre Pacheco, in Spain’s southeastern Region of Murcia, has been gripped by two nights of unrest after extremist.. 13/07/2025

Brits in Spain urged to make this change to avoid passport control headacheA new update on the UK government website urges British residents in Spain to swap their green certificate for a TIE card They highlight the risk of airport delays for those without the biometric residency card The UK government has updated the..

What are the pros and cons of voting to ban tourist rentals in my community?Communities across Spain are holding EGMs to decide whether or not to continue allowing tourist rentals in their buildings, resorts and urbanisations, which has left many people wondering: “What way should I vote?”     Skip..

Europol's most wanted fraudster caught hiding out in AlicanteFugitive behind €1.2 million scam arrested in Pilar de la Horadada after three-month police hunt A man featured on Europol’s Most Wanted list has been arrested in the Alicante town of Pilar de la Horadada, after evading capture for more than.. 11/07/2025