'Floating cities' set to make 2026 the best year for Cartagena PortCartagena is expecting more than 200 cruise ship calls and over 285,000 passengers, with the largest 'floating cities' bringing record numbers Cartagena described 2025 as the best cruise year ever recorded and 2026 is set to be even better.. 06/01/2026

Selling without moving: A growing property trend in MurciaMore homeowners are choosing to sell their property while keeping the right to live in it In the Region of Murcia, a property trend is becoming more popular: selling your home while keeping the right to live in it. This is known as ‘.. 06/01/2026

Piccolo's restaurant turns up the flavour with a brilliant new evening menuThree irresistible courses and a drink for just €22.90 at this Camposol favourite Piccolo's restaurant on Camposol has launched a brand new evening menu and it is ticking all the right boxes. Creative dishes, comforting favourites, generous.. 05/01/2026

How to renew your TIE as a British expat resident in Spain: Foreigner's identity card renewal instructions post-BrexitStep-by-step guide to renewing your TIE card for Brits living as permanent residents in Spain Image: Ayuntamiento de Madrid   Who needs a TIE in Spain? When can I renew my TIE? How long does it take to renew a TIE? Step-by-step guide..

Murcia photo of the month January 2026Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   The LADCC competition topic of “Water” should have been a relatively easy topic to photograph for those of us fortunate to be living.. 01/01/2026

Until January 4 Hugo's Home Farm hosts festive Christmas parties to raise funds for animal rescueNine days of family fun with alpaca photos, bouncy castle and elf hunt in Murcia Hugo's Home Farm in Sangonera La Verde is throwing open its gates for a special Christmas celebration running across nine days this festive season, with all donations.. 31/12/2025

A quick guide to Roscón de Reyes and the best supermarket optionsEverything you need to know about Roscón de Reyes, from the hidden surprises and traditional fillings to the best supermarket options this year Every year on Three Kings Day, January 6, families across Spain gather to enjoy Roscón.. 30/12/2025

Day trips, concerts, carnivals and more next January and February with Taquilla TicketsGet the new year off to the best start with exciting outings throughout Murcia and Alicante Once the excitement of Christmas is over, January and February can feel like they're dragging their heels a bit. But it doesn't have to be that way.. 29/12/2025

Read the January edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to 2026 and the January issue of Home & Living! So what can you find in our latest edition?   • A fresh start, without pressure. Rather than New Year Resolutions, we offer you information on a ‘Health Re-Set&rsquo.. 29/12/2025

2025 Spain news: The year in reviewThe apagón, Torre Pacheco riots… what a year it’s been! These are all the main news stories from around Spain which we’ve reported on over the course of the year As the year draws to a close, it feels like 2025 has packed.. 26/12/2025

Centuries-old Murcian boules-style game officially protectedMurcia’s traditional game, played with wooden pins and balls, has been officially recognised for its cultural and historical value Did you know that Murcia has its own traditional bowling game, the bolos huertanos? Similar to boules.. 24/12/2025

Record numbers for Griffon Vultures in the Murcia RegionThree young Griffon Vultures were released in Lorca as the population in Murcia hits its highest numbers ever Good news for birds isn’t something you often hear about around Christmas, considering the star of the Christmas dinner. But.. 24/12/2025

Camposol garden waste and furniture collection point closes after fireMazarrón Council has informed the Camposol Business Association of the imminent closure of the waste collection point after the fire brigade issued a clean-up notice Following a fire at the garden waste and old furniture collection point on.. 22/12/2025

Volunteer kennel managers wanted at Noah's ARC dog rescue, MazarrónThis is a live-in position for volunteers at the well-known rescue centre near Mazarrón Noah’s ARC, a registered dog rescue charity, is currently looking for volunteer kennel managers to join its team at its rescue centre in El Saladillo.. 22/12/2025

Judge rules health service must pay up over manhood surgery surpriseMurcia patient awarded €20,000 for inadequate details on Peyronie's procedure A Murcia court has ruled that the Murcian Health Service must pay a patient €20,000 because doctors failed to properly warn him about key risks before surgery.. 19/12/2025

Festive cheer and friendly service at TJ Electricals CamposolPop in this Christmas season and shop local for all your electrical needs If you’re spending the festive season here in Mazarrón, you’ll be pleased to know that TJ Electricals/Euronics Camposol is on hand to keep your home running smoothly.. 17/12/2025

Almost half of drivers killed in Murcia in 2024 had alcohol or drugs in their systemTraffic chiefs launch new campaign as shocking figures reveal the deadly mix of drink, drugs and driving Nearly half of the drivers killed on roads in the Region of Murcia in 2024 had been drinking or taking drugs, according to worrying new figures released.. 16/12/2025

Christmas holidays and final public holidays for 2025 in MurciaHere’s when schools break up and which towns still have one more festive day off With Christmas fast approaching, families across the Region of Murcia are getting ready to wind down, finalise travel plans and make the most of the festive season... 16/12/2025

'I have done it for the last 15 years': The guerrilla Camposol recycling scheme that fills a hole in Mazarrón waste managementCamposol resident Ann Wamsley makes her own Christmas cards for sale, and also runs a unique recycling system to dispose of them after the festive season   We all know that rubbish, and the disposal of it, can sometimes be a hot topic in Spain.. 11/12/2025

Barking up the right tree: Dog and pet care businesses are booming in CamposolIt seems like Camposol is really going to the dogs as companies like Paws & Snores and Wagging Tails grow to serve the needs of the community's pet owners A dog is a man's best friend, but not just a friend; our pets are part of the family.. 11/12/2025