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Spanish airport ground staff strike could hit 1.3 million Easter travellersAlicante, Málaga and Valencia are among the airports affected as workers walk out over pay disputes Anyone flying to or from Spain this Easter would be wise to double check their flight before setting off. Ground handling staff at 12 Spanish.. 31/03/2026

Excavations at San Esteban are already uncovering important details about Medieval MurciaArchaeologists have completed the first 11 of 59 planned digs, uncovering homes, patios, wells, and even a hidden stone safe Archaeologists working at the San Esteban site in the city of Murcia are beginning to uncover how people lived in the city.. 31/03/2026

International families are spending more time and money in MurciaAround 357,000 families from outside Spain visit the Region of Murcia each year, staying for nearly 10 days The Región de Murcia is continuing to grow as a destination for international family tourism, with recent figures showing a steady.. 31/03/2026

Official recognition for the Berber Pirate Raids fiestas of Los AlcázaresThe fiestas of Los Alcázares celebrate their 25th anniversary this Easter Week Just a couple of days before the start of the great annual Fiestas de las Incursions Berberiscas in Los Alcázares, during which the town centre is taken over.. 31/03/2026

Corvera airport gets set for a busy summer with flights to 20 destinationsThe Region of Murcia International Airport launches its high season this Sunday with new routes and stronger passenger growth The summer season is already getting under way at the Region of Murcia International Airport, better known as Corvera, and this.. 30/03/2026

62 kilometres of new hiking and cycling trails coming to Murcia's forestsCycling and walking paths, a campsite and viewpoints are all part of the plan to make Murcia's forests easier to explore  In the next few weeks, work will start in Coto Cuadros and Los Ásperos, as well as in Valle y Carrascoy. These.. 30/03/2026

Warming Up After a Chilly Start: Murcia Weekly Weather Forecast March 31-April 2A cooler Monday gives way to brighter, milder days with sunshine and calm spring breezes After a cloudy and unsettled weekend across Region of Murcia, the start of both April and Semana Santa looks calmer and gradually warmer, with plenty of spring sunshine.. 30/03/2026

April's Pink Moon kicks off a month of changing skies over SpainThe full moon, a pitch-black sky and everything in between: your guide to April's lunar cycle April is shaping up to be a good month for anyone who enjoys watching the night sky in Spain, kicking off with a full moon on Thursday April 2 and running.. 30/03/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 30/03/2026

Murcia's GP demand soars as frequent visits highlight strain on healthcare systemHigh patient demand and low nurse usage underline ongoing pressures in regional health services Patients in the Region of Murcia are among the most frequent visitors to family doctors in Spain, according to new data that sheds further light on the pressures.. 30/03/2026

WATCH! Wildfire tears through 400 hectares of protected park land in Sierra EspuñaA scout group of 80 children had to be evacuated as the blaze tore through Totana and Aledo   #IFSierraEspuña Durante la noche, los militares desplegados han realizado tendidos de linea húmeda en misiones de consolidació.. 30/03/2026

Spanish airport strike threat before Easter could disrupt millions of passengersGround staff at 12 airports spread across Spain are threatening to walk out from March 27 Anyone heading to Spain this Easter could face delays, disruption and even flight cancellations, with fresh airport strikes on the cards at some of the country.. 27/03/2026

Clocks go forward this Sunday 29th March 2026: All you need to know about daylight saving timeSpain is counting down to the start of daylight savings time later this month Just as we were getting used to the winter routine, the clocks are about to change once more. If you’ve found yourself wondering whether they go forward or back this.. 27/03/2026

Spain to scrap IVA for thousands of self-employed workersFreelancers in Spain earning under €85,000 set to save time, stress and around €660 a year There’s finally some welcome news for often neglected autónomos in Spain that could make a real difference both financially and day to.. 27/03/2026

Spain turns to Algeria to keep the gas flowing as Middle East conflict squeezes energy suppliesSpain already imports more gas from Algeria than anywhere else, and the government is now pushing to get even more Spain has struck a deal with Algeria to increase natural gas exports through the Medgaz pipeline as the government moves to protect.. 27/03/2026

Bullfighting crowds fall sharply despite funding and pockets of renewed interestNew report points to long-term decline in attendance even as subsidies and tourism keep the tradition visible Bullfighting in Spain may still be making headlines, but new figures suggest the reality inside the arenas tells a very different story. &.. 27/03/2026

Fears of burglary and squatting rise in Murcia as most homes still lack alarmsNew report reveals growing concern over home security, with cost seen as a major barrier to better protection Concerns about home security are on the rise in the Region of Murcia, even though relatively few households have installed alarm systems. &.. 26/03/2026

Luxury new-build villa on El Alba Resort, Roldan for only € 315,000This 2-bed detached property with private pool is brought to you by Simply Spanish Homes Anyone searching for a stylish place in the sun will want to take a closer look at this beautifully finished 2-bedroom villa in El Alba Resort, Roldán.. 26/03/2026

Espacio Mediterráneo shines bright with renewed sustainability awardThe Cartagena shopping centre celebrates its BREEAM “Excellent” rating and doubles down on its green commitment with the Circular Challenge There’s something extra to celebrate this spring at Espacio Mediterráneo, Cartagena&rsquo.. 25/03/2026

The little-known project to restore the spa and restaurant in the waters of the Mar Menor, and why it may not be such a good idea...A lifelong landmark in Lo Pagán may return to its former glory, but there are serious questions to be answered as to whether it actually should For much of the mid-20th century, the Floridablanca floating spa and restaurant was a defining feature.. 25/03/2026