MURCIA LIFESTYLE

Need time off to care for a loved one? Spain gives you five paid daysWho qualifies, what paperwork you need and what the Supreme Court has now clarified If a family member falls seriously ill or needs an operation, Spanish employees are entitled to up to five working days of paid leave to look after them, with no loss.. 29/09/2026

New legal ruling brings important warning for Camposol property ownersGestoría Carvajal explains what homeowners need to know about properties near watercourses Buying or selling a property in Spain can involve more than simply agreeing a price and signing the paperwork. For homeowners in Camposol, a recent legal.. 25/09/2026

Taking the stress out of probate and estate administration in SpainThy Will Be Done helps families navigate probate and inheritance across Spain and the UK For many people, dealing with probate and estate administration after the death of a loved one can be daunting on two very different levels.   There.. 25/09/2026

Michelin starred and Bib Gourmand recommended restaurants in the Region of MurciaFine dining from the cities of Murcia and Cartagena to the shore of the Mar Menor and the Altiplano in the north The Michelin Guide is the most highly regarded and longest-lived restaurant and hotel guide in Europe, and every year it includes its selection.. 23/09/2026

Turning 65 without a full work record? You may still be entitled to a pensionThe non-contributory pension offers a guaranteed income and free healthcare to those who never built up enough Social Security contributions Not everyone reaches retirement age in Spain with the fifteen years of contributions the general Social Security.. 23/09/2026

October 4 Become a winemaker for the day with Raquel Tours in JumillaRaquel Tours is taking guests to one of Murcia’s famous wine regions for a day of wine, food and Spanish culture Ever wondered what it would be like to make your own wine? Well now you have the chance to find out as Raquel Tours Murcia has a.. 23/09/2026

Thy Will Be Done says goodbye to beloved Frenchie BennyThe much-loved rescue dog was a familiar face to clients and became affectionately known as “Benny Woofer from Benijófar” A familiar four-legged face from the Costa Blanca business community has sadly passed away, with Thy Will.. 23/09/2026

Subscribe to our Weekly Round-up Bulletin: News from across Spain, straight to your inbox every Friday   Fed up scrolling through endless feeds trying to find the news that's actually relevant to you? We hear you.   Between work, life and everything in between, who's got time to check the news every single day? That's exactly.. 15/09/2026

Murcia photo of the month September 2026Here’s the September image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   LADCC’S monthly competition, entitled ‘Golden Hour’, proved a great challenge to many as this light is only seen up.. 14/09/2026

Back to routine: September activities return at Caser ResidencialFrom cognitive workshops to exercise sessions, residents are getting back to their regular activities September is a time for getting back into a familiar routine, and that is just as important for older people living in residential care as it is.. 09/09/2026

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with sunshine, adventure, and plenty of time to recharge. As a new season begins, we’re delighted to bring you another issue packed with.. 04/09/2026

Just 17 weeks until 2027! Why now is the time to sort your Will in SpainWith the end of the year approaching, Thy Will Be Done explains why now is the ideal time to put your estate planning in order As September begins and we look down the barrel of the final third of the year, life tends to shift gears. The lazy, sun.. 03/09/2026

STO Media Group is looking for sales talent across Alicante, Murcia and AlmeríaSTO Media Group is looking for motivated field sales and telesales representatives to promote its growing portfolio of media brands Do you have a natural talent for sales and enjoy meeting people? STO Media Group could be looking for you.  .. 26/08/2026

Thinking about solar panels in Spain? This handy chart could settle it once and for allGo Solar has completed more than 500 installations across southern Spain and is backed by a 4.8 star Google rating Anyone who's been umming and ahhing over whether to get solar panels fitted might just find their answer in a new decision chart.. 26/08/2026

Skip the Filters: Here's How You Can Bring Back Colours to Your Murcia Travel PhotosMurcia is incredibly photogenic, and guys, it is not us who are saying that. Ask anyone who's wandered through Murcia, Cartagena, or Lorca for a day — their camera roll is ALWAYS full before lunch. It's a region that practically begs to be photographed..

Joan's Keyholding & Rental offers Murcia's second home owners a hands-off way to manage their propertiesThe Hacienda del Álamo company offers keyholding, rentals and cleaning with a perfect five star rating on Google on several Murcia resorts September tends to mark a turning point for a lot of second home owners in the Region of Murcia, as the.. 25/08/2026

How expats in Spain can take control of their financial futureElysium Wealth Advisors offers independent financial advice tailored to the individual needs and goals of UK expats living in Spain For UK expats living in Spain, pensions, investments, tax, property and plans for the future can all become part of.. 25/08/2026

Vera is getting an AVE station: What it means for buyersVera-Almanzora will be one of only four AVE stations on the new 198-kilometre line   For years, the prospect of high speed rail reaching the Almería coast has been something talked about in terms of what might happen in the future.. 25/08/2026

The relocation experts helping families move to and from Spain without the summer stressGLOBAL has spent more than 35 years managing international moves so families don't have to lift a single box in the heat Packing boxes in the midday sun is nobody's idea of a good time and with temperatures across Spain climbing well into.. 19/08/2026

How a nursing home in Murcia helped British resident Barry walk againBarry regained his mobility and independence with the help of the International Unit at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel in Murcia For anyone who's ever worried about what would happen if they needed specialist care while living abroad, Barry.. 18/08/2026