BENIDORM, ALICANTE PROVINCE: NEWS

Pilar de la Horadada calls for AP-7 toll to be removed after another price increaseThe mayor says the latest rise makes trips to Alicante very expensive and adds pressure to other local roads The mayor of Pilar de la Horadada has spoken out after the latest rise in AP‑7 tolls, calling for the charge to be removed completely.. 19/02/2026

Sunny skies and mild temperatures at last: Alicante weekend weather February 19-22Bright and settled weather with a little wind and pleasant temperatures expected all weekend Storm Pedro is making headlines as it causes disruption across northern parts of Spain but the Alicante province looks set to miss the worst of it. While.. 19/02/2026

Sunnier days are coming but the wind persists: Alicante weather forecast for February 16-19Temperatures are on the rise this week, with mostly clear skies but moderate to strong winds will continue The weather is definitely on the turn for the better across Alicante, although the wind hasn’t quite finished with us yet. The good.. 16/02/2026

Where to see the best almond blossoms in Alicante this February, according to National GeographicNational Geographic selected Tàrbena as the best place to see the almond blossoms in Alicante Well, after what must have been the gloomiest and greyest January in Spain for a long time, February's almond blossom season will be just what.. 11/02/2026

Urgent search launched for missing British man in BenidormFamily fear for the safety of the well-known expat last seen leaving hospital on Saturday morning Family and friends are becoming increasingly worried about a British expat who vanished after discharging himself from a hospital in Benidorm over the.. 11/02/2026

Passenger attacks Ryanair employee over hand luggage dispute at Palma AirportThe 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 Palma de Mallorca airport got into a violent confrontation with a Ryanair employee..

Tiny town near Benidorm clamps down on tourist lets in historic centrePolop 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, becoming one of the few municipalities in the Marina Baixa to introduce its.. 09/02/2026

New EU border checks raise fears of lengthy airport queues for UK travellersBiometric 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 for potentially long queues at passport control as the EU’s.. 06/02/2026

Alicante invites UK travellers with culture, food and sportTourism 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 Board staging two promotional events in Leeds and Newcastle to show off the.. 04/02/2026

Rising rat sightings spark warning from environmental health experts across SpainProfessionals call for coordinated action as rodents are increasingly spotted in towns and city centres Environmental health specialists are warning that rats are becoming more visible in towns and cities across Spain, and they say the problem will only.. 03/02/2026

Car thieves turn their attention to Spain's new V16 emergency beaconPolice warn thefts from vehicles are rising sharply as the mandatory device becomes a new target Spain’s new V16 emergency beacon, now compulsory for drivers, is fast becoming an unexpected prize for car thieves, with police reporting a sharp rise.. 02/02/2026

Alicante boosts night bus safety for womenMore stops planned on existing routes after rejecting new night network Alicante's Ayuntamiento is taking practical steps to make night buses safer, particularly for women and young people. Instead of creating new late-night routes, they'll add.. 02/02/2026

February 12-March 8 Alicante Carnival 2026: Your guide to the fun aheadRamblero Saturday headlines fun from Thursday February 12 to Sunday March 8 January has felt like a long month, but Alicante has something exciting to look forward to with Carnival 2026 just around the corner. One of the most beloved and vibrant celebrations.. 30/01/2026

Alicante's natural parks remain closed amid extreme fire risk and looming stormsHeatwave triggers maximum alert and park closures with thunderstorms forecast to bring added danger Due to the ongoing extreme risk of forest fires, natural parks in Alicante remain closed as authorities take precautions against the effects of a severe.. 19/08/2025

5 of the best water parks on the Costa BlancaBeat the heat on the Costa Blanca with unmissable excitement for all the family A sun-kissed stretch of Mediterranean coastline, the Costa Blanca is a haven for families and thrill-seekers alike. And what better way to beat the summer heat than a.. 19/09/2024

What is the tourist tax, how much is it and where in Spain do you have to pay it?Tourist taxes are becoming more common in cities around the world, meaning holidaymakers having to pay extra for hotel rooms The tourist tax is a surcharge that, in the last few years before the Covid-19 pandemic, became popular in several cities that..

WATCH: Video shows drone rescuing of drowning swimmer in Benidorm drillOfficials from across Alicante province were invited to see first-hand how drones can potentially save lives at sea Drones are being put to more and more use in a variety of fields, from monitoring climate change to assisting in search operations.. 23/02/2022

Free travel to Benidorm theme parks on the Costa BlancaTram Alacant is offering free transport to Benidorm attractions when tickets are purchased at its stations in Alicante province. In a bid to boost local tourism and the use of public transport, Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat Valenciana (FGV), which.. 08/07/2021