LA MANGA DEL MAR MENOR, LOCAL NEWS

Thirty baby loggerhead turtles return to the sea at La MangaThe hatchlings were born last summer on La Manga del Mar Menor’s Ensenada del Esparto beach The Mar Menor witnessed another heart-warming conservation success story on Tuesday morning, July 2, as thirty young loggerhead turtles made their journey.. 02/07/2025

New rules for short-term rentals come into effect in Spain on July 1All tourist and temporary rentals in Spain must now be registered to advertise online From this Tuesday July 1, anyone wanting to rent out their property as a tourist rental, temporary accommodation or room rental will need to register with a new government.. 30/06/2025

Free aquagym, yoga and pilates classes return to Cartagena beaches this July and August!See dates and times for fitness classes on beaches from La Manga to Isla Plana all this summer Following on from the hugely successful beach sports and fitness programme in Cartagena last summer, the City Council has decided to repeat the popular.. 30/06/2025

Free fitness classes on San Javier beaches this summerMorning classes resume on the shores of the Mar Menor this July and August Summer fitness fans can get their workout fix with free morning classes returning to San Javier's popular beaches. The initiative offers sessions at several scenic locations.. 27/06/2025

Where to park at Murcia and Alicante airportsThese are the options for motorists looking to park a car at Corvera Airport and Alicante Airport Do you travel often to and from the Region of Murcia International Airport or Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport? Parking logistics are crucial..

Mar Menor cracks down on unlicensed boats, illegal jetskis and dodgy rentalsIn the last week alone, 32 separate incidents regarding thefts, incorrect paperwork and irresponsible anchoring in the Mar Menor were reported The summer season has barely started in the Mar Menor, but officials are already dealing with a long list.. 26/06/2025

La Manga Club: The ideal destination for property investmentThanks to its excellent sports and leisure facilities, La Manga Club is the perfect thriving and active community to purchase property in Spain La Manga Club, in the Region of Murcia, is more than just a resort – it’s a thriving, active.. 26/06/2025

Second chance for Cartagena chiringuitos?With the high season already underway, new tenders could rescue Cartagena’s shuttered beach bars It’s officially summer in Cartagena, but a stroll along the coast reveals something’s not quite right. Beaches that should be buzzing.. 25/06/2025

La Manga Adventure Golf changes opening times for summerThe popular family fun minigolf has made a slight modification to tee-off times due to the hot weather   The La Manga Adventure Golf fun family minigolf centre near Playa Honda and Playa Paraíso on the Mar Menor is changing its summer opening.. 24/06/2025

Thirty loggerhead turtles return to the sea from La Manga beachThe Region of Murcia celebrates a decade of turtle conservation with the release of 191 turtles since 2014   A group of 30 young loggerhead turtles was released back into the Mediterranean on Wednesday June 19, at Ensenada del Esparto beach at.. 23/06/2025

Mar Menor and Portmán Bay once again given Black Flags for environmental harmEcologistas en Acción has highlighted pollution, mismanagement and encroachment along Spain’s coastline in its 2025 Black Flags report   The environmental organisation Ecologistas en Acción has once again raised the alarm..

Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga del Mar Menor Tourist Information Points now open for summerThe Tourist Information Points on the San Javier beachfronts are open from this June 19 until September 14 The San Javier Department of Tourism is reopening the Tourist Information Points on the beaches of the Playa de Barnuevo, Santiago de la Ribera.. 19/06/2025

Murcia tourism jobs hit record high ahead of sizzling summer seasonMore than 68,000 people now work in the sector as the region gears up for a busy summer The Region of Murcia is heading into what’s expected to be a bumper summer for tourism, with record-breaking job numbers in the hospitality and travel sectors.. 19/06/2025

Cartagena pledges €1.5 million for summer beach improvements to distract from chiringuito chaosThe City Council has announced record investment and upgrades to its coastal facilities, largely in response to the delays to opening beach bars which have frustrated locals and tourists Cartagena City Council is going to pour €1.5 million into.. 18/06/2025

Carrots and spuds shoot up in price as Spanish shoppers feel the pinchSome basic foods in Spain rose sharply in June while olive oil and rice dropped in price   Spanish consumers are still seeing confusing price shifts at the checkout, with carrots, potatoes and iceberg lettuce among the products that rose.. 18/06/2025

Cartagena beach bus schedule for transfer to playas in Cala Cortina and El PortúsThe beach bus returns to Cartagena this summer with different routes for getting to Cala Cortina and El Portús This Friday June 13 sees the start of bus number 12 in Cartagena, the ‘BUS PLAYA’ which connects the city centre of Cartagena.. 13/06/2025

Over 30 endangered manta rays released after being captured by accident in La Azohía, MurciaConservation groups and traditional fishers join forces to protect endangered marine species in the Mediterranean More than 30 manta rays accidentally caught in the Almadraba of La Azohía, near Cartagena, have been successfully tagged and released.. 12/06/2025

Up-and-coming pop star Ana Ruiz tells why 'the next Shakira' is all her own womanExciting new talent Ana Ruiz speaks exclusively to Murcia Today about her new album and the inspiration behind it Ana Ruiz by Victor del Pozo Once in a while, a vibrant new pop musician bursts onto the scene with a distinctive style and.. 11/06/2025

New to Rent La Manga Club: Frontline villa with private pool available for short-term let and vacation rentalSee this and other properties to rent short-term at La Manga Club   There is a super frontline golf villa new to rentlamangaclub.com that is available for short-term holiday rentals now.   This stunning 4-bedroom villa for rent .. 10/06/2025

Summer kicks off early in Cabo de Palos with high tourist numbers, great terrazas and a new car parkThe coast of Cartagena close to La Manga is coming alive as visitors pour in for the long weekend Summer has unofficially arrived in Cabo de Palos. With the Día de la Región long weekend in full swing, beaches are packed, terraces are.. 09/06/2025