LOS ALCÁZARES, ALL MURCIA NEWS

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.. 03/04/2026

Listeria Alert: Tora smoked salmon recalled in SpainHealth authorities are telling people with Tora smoked salmon at home not to eat it after Listeria was found Spanish food safety authorities have issued a warning after Listeria monocytogenes was found in Tora brand smoked salmon. The alert was.. 03/04/2026

Warmer spring weather means the mosquitoes are back in the Region of MurciaMurcia town councils are out in force, treating public areas as a preventative measure and advising how some simple steps at home can help The sun is finally shining and spring is in the air but that usually means mosquitoes are starting to appear.. 03/04/2026

The cost of renting continues to rise in Murcia and is now higher than buying in some areasFour towns have now passed nine euros per square metre, with La Manga reaching over ten The latest figures from Idealista show that, on average, rents in the region went up by 9% in February compared with last year, reaching €9.10 per square.. 03/04/2026

Seve Ballesteros' 18-hole golf course in Murcia set to reopen after nearly a decadeLa Peraleja golf course is preparing to welcome players again this summer, with bookings expected to open towards the end of June A golf course in the Region of Murcia that many people had written off is now getting ready to reopen, with plans.. 03/04/2026

Puerto Mayor project in La Manga cleared to move ahead after appeal rejectedThe Ministry for Ecological Transition can continue the €25.7 million project to dismantle the abandoned port and restore the Caleta del Estacio The project to dismantle Puerto Mayor in La Manga del Mar Menor and restore the Caleta del Estacio.. 02/04/2026

Protect your wishes and assets in Spain with a power of attorney and an advance directiveHow to make sure your decisions are respected and your finances are protected in Spain In Spain, your loved ones don't automatically have the right to manage your finances if you lose mental capacity. Without a properly appointed Power of Attorney.. 01/04/2026

Local and national bank holidays in the Region of Murcia this AprilAlongside Holy Thursday and Good Friday, towns including Ceutí, Jumilla, Murcia City, and Blanca have extra local holidays this April As today is April 1, it's a good time to take a look at the bank holiday days in the Region of Murcia.. 01/04/2026

Murcia prepares for Easter traffic as hundreds of thousands hit the roadsTraffic controls, mobile radars, drones, and helicopters will be in place across the Region on the busiest days The Region of Murcia is expecting a very busy period on its roads as the second phase of the Easter traffic operation begins. Starting.. 01/04/2026

Murcia's public debt passes €14 billion as long-term pressures continueThe region now carries debt equal to 31.2% of its economy, one of the highest levels in Spain Public debt in the Region of Murcia has climbed past €14 billion for the first time. The latest figures from the Banco de España show it reached.. 01/04/2026

Five Mar Menor beaches to get anti-jellyfish nets this summerThe nets will be installed from June to September and should keep jellyfish away while protecting local wildlife like seahorses And cue the anti-jellyfish net debate. Every year, residents around the Mar Menor weigh in on whether these nets are.. 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

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

Los Alcázares launches exciting digital campaign to attract more visitorsA mix of social media, video content and influencer promotion is planned to showcase the very best of Los Alcázares Los Alcázares is gearing up for a major tourism push with plans to promote the town across social media, TV and online.. 26/03/2026

San Javier Mayor praises efforts to reduce biomass from the Mar MenorThe Rambla del Albujón has become a “river” this year, says José Miguel Luengo José Miguel Luengo, the Mayor of San Javier, has praised the efforts to remove biomass from the Mar Menor, calling it a “fundamental&.. 23/03/2026

Mar Menor beaches race to be ready for EasterCrews are pushing to finish walkways, signage and sand restoration ahead of the holiday rush Beaches around the Mar Menor are being prepared at full speed ahead of the Easter holidays, although recent storms have made the job far from straightforward.. 23/03/2026

Murcia Corvera Airport all summer flight destinations 2026: See the full list hereConsult the full schedule of flight destinations available from Murcia airport this summer and when they start This year’s summer high season of flights at the Region of Murcia International Airport begins at the beginning of April, and.. 20/03/2026

Los Alcázares named the happiest place to live in the Region of MurciaA new happiness index puts the town at the top, with sunshine, services and quality of life all playing a part If you are looking for a place to feel good about where you call home, the latest data points firmly to the Region of Murcia.   The.. 20/03/2026

Environmental group warns of damage to Cartagena's beaches during the cleaning processLocal environmental experts say heavy machinery is clearing seagrass that's important for keeping beaches healthy and supporting wildlife Beach cleaning in Cartagena is being looked at more closely after concerns were raised about how current.. 18/03/2026