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Alicante Airport tops 10 million passengers after record-breaking JuneThe Costa Blanca gateway welcomed more than 2.1 million passengers in June alone, with UK travellers continuing to lead the way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has passed the 10 million passenger mark for the year after recording its.. 15/07/2026

Spain is through to the World Cup final - could it be a Spain-England final?Celebrations erupted across Spain as La Roja beat France 2-0 to book their place in Sunday's World Cup final, now attention turns to England's semi-final against Argentina Spain is through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after beating.. 15/07/2026

Three earthquakes hit the Costa Blanca in 24 hoursTremors were felt in Torrevieja, Elche and off the coast of Benidorm Three separate earthquakes have struck the province of Alicante within the space of 24 hours, all measuring below magnitude 2 on the Richter scale.   The most recent hit.. 14/07/2026

Free things to do in Alicante this summer without spending a pennyYou don't need reservations or a big budget to make the most of the Costa Blanca this summer You don't need a massive budget or a packed itinerary to have a great summer in the province of Alicante. Sometimes all it takes is picking the right.. 14/07/2026

Cirque du Soleil is back in Alicante and the big top is already upKurios: Cabinet of Curiosities runs from July 16 to August 23 at Playa de San Juan, with up to ten shows a week If you've ever watched a Cirque du Soleil show and wondered how on earth they put it all together, the answer involves a lot of coordination.. 14/07/2026

What to do with all that water dripping from your air conditioning unitIt's not for drinking, but it turns out that AC water is handy for all sorts of other things Most people have their air-conditioning unit cranked up to the max at the moment, so you’ll probably have noticed the steady drip of water it produces.. 14/07/2026

First case of West Nile virus this year confirmed in AlicanteCosta Blanca health officials say most cases occur between July and September when mosquito activity peaks Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus   Health officials in the Valencian Community have confirmed the first case of West Nile virus.. 14/07/2026

Yes, the Spanish Christmas Lottery is already on sale and yes, it really is only JulyWith 162 days to go until the December 22 draw, tickets are already flying and this year's adverts are already turning heads People always say Christmas comes earlier every year, and here in Spain they might actually have a point. It's only Monday.. 13/07/2026

Man arrested in Orihuela over links to Swedish criminal networks that use children as hired killersThe Policía Nacional acted on a European arrest warrant after an investigation into organised crime groups involved in arms trafficking and violent attacks A man has been arrested in Orihuela following a joint operation between the Policí.. 13/07/2026

Decomposing body discovered on patio of Luxury Torrevieja villaThe homeowner raised the alarm after finding a bloodied and partially decomposed body in La Veleta The Guardia Civil are investigating after a body showing signs of violence was found inside a property in the exclusive La Veleta residential area of.. 13/07/2026

Intense heat returns with thunderstorms possible inland: Alicante weather forecast July 13-16Temperatures are on the rise again, with some areas reaching up to 40°C before the chance of thunderstorms develops from Wednesday The week kicks off with rising temperatures and more heat alerts across Alicante province. Temperatures are expected.. 13/07/2026

Read the July edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to July and this month's issue of Home & Living In this edition we celebrate the very best of summer living. As always, our aim is to provide practical advice, fresh ideas and engaging articles that are useful in everyday life. From.. 13/07/2026

Spain's wildfires have already burned through more than 50,000 hectares this year, nearly 40% of the entire EU totalWith multiple blazes still active across Catalonia, Cádiz and Huelva, the scale of the crisis is growing by the day Spain is burning, and the numbers are stark. Wildfires have scorched 50,384 hectares across the country between January 1 and July.. 10/07/2026

Spanish wages fail to keep pace with inflation and rising cost of livingThe OECD says inflation has wiped out much of the benefit of recent pay rises, leaving many workers with less spending power than before the pandemic Spain has become one of Europe's fastest-growing economies, yet many workers are still finding..

Pilar de la Horadada extends free summer bus hours across the municipalityFully accessible buses connect Mil Palmeras with Pinar de Campoverde throughout the summer months Pilar de la Horadada's free bus service is running longer hours this summer, giving residents and visitors an easier way to get around the municipality.. 10/07/2026

Top tips for driving in Spain during a heatwaveHere’s how to keep cool in the car when the temperature cranks up... In scorching temperatures, which we are seeing more often in Spain in summer now, it’s often not enough to simply blast the air con. This kind of heat not only effects..

Torrevieja has just been named a top family destinationThe city has received the Family Tourism Seal from the Spanish Federation of Large Families, recognising its beaches, nature and leisure offerings It has been a good week for Torrevieja. On Thursday, the city received the Family Tourism Seal from the.. 10/07/2026

Spain's sick leave bill has tripled in a decade and now costs an estimated €33 billion a yearThe number of episodes has risen 84% since 2017, mental health cases are the fastest growing category, and the debate about what is driving it has become deeply political Spain's sick leave problem has landed firmly in the political spotlight. Opposition.. 10/07/2026

Torrevieja's giant lighthouse city park set for August startBuilding work on Alto de la Casilla is now expected to start this summer, with the park opening by spring 2027 Torrevieja's plans for a huge new lighthouse park have taken a big step forward, with the town hall confirming the construction contract.. 09/07/2026

The best places in Spain to experience the 2026 total solar eclipseMillions will look skyward on August 12 as Spain experiences its first total solar eclipse in more than a century On August 12, 2026, Spain will become one of the most sought-after destinations on the planet for eclipse chasers.   For the.. 09/07/2026