MURCIA NEWS

easyJet adds winter flights from UK to Murcia from October: These are the airports that will connect for the 2025-26 seasonThe UK airline has decided to extend two of its popular summer routes, offering new travel option through to March UK airline easyJet has announced the introduction of winter flights between the UK and Murcia, providing a welcome boost for travellers.. 09/06/2025

Wild boar numbers in Murcia revealed through groundbreaking wildlife surveyThe study of two Murcia regional parks shows that there are almost two boars for every square kilometre Wild boars may traditionally be seen as secretive and elusive creatures but in the forests of the Region of Murcia, they are no longer in hiding.. 09/06/2025

Verano Joven returns to Spain with major discounts on trains and busesFor the second year running, both EU and non-EU youngsters legally resident in Spain will be eligible Spain’s youth travel deal, designed to make it easier and cheaper for younger people to travel the country this summer, is about to return.. 09/06/2025

This was the Jumilla Moors and Christians event, in picturesPictures show just how successful the growing Moors and Christians festival is becoming in Jumilla   This weekend from Friday June 6 to Sunday 8, the northern Murcia town of Jumilla hosted its Moros y Cristianos fiesta, a festival which has a.. 09/06/2025

Murcia weekly weather forecast June 9-12This week will be mostly pleasant, with rising temperatures and some cloudy skies The weather forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) for the Region of Murcia this week is for mostly sunny, clear skies and rising temperatures, with some.. 09/06/2025

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

Carlos Alcaraz wins French Open in spectacular performanceAlcaraz defeated Sinner in an epic French Open final, making an incredible comeback to retain his title Carlos Alcaraz staged a stunning comeback to defeat Jannik Sinner in a historic French Open final, becoming the eighth man in the Open era to win.. 09/06/2025

Solar flare hits Spain, potentially disrupting GPS and powerThe Spanish Space Agency issued a warning at the weekend after a powerful solar storm hit Earth’s magnetic field Just as Spain was finally starting to enjoy a bit of proper sunshine after months of gloom, there’s been a slightly more cosmic..

New free car park opens in Santiago de la RiberaSan Javier Town Council has already opened 174 parking spaces, with more on the way The San Javier Town Council has just opened a new free car park in Santiago de la Ribera with 174 spaces. Located on Calle Coronel López Peña, this much.. 06/06/2025

Los Elementos restaurant up for sale on Mar Menor Golf ResortOne lucky buyer could nab this well-established business with a prime location on the Boulevard, being offered as a going concern   An established and fully equipped restaurant, Los Elementos, has been listed for sale on the Boulevard at the Mar.. 06/06/2025

What you can expect to pay at the petrol pumps in Spain this weekendDiesel prices have hit a new annual low in Spain while petrol isn’t shifting If you’re planning on heading out somewhere nice over the weekend to take advantage of the glorious weather forecast in most of Spain, there’s both good.. 06/06/2025

The 'deadliest animal on the planet' takes over Spain this summerBelieve it or not, mosquitoes kill more than 750,000 people each and every year This year’s mosquito season is unfortunately shaping up to be a particularly rough one in Spain, with experts warning that heavy spring rains have created perfect.. 06/06/2025

Despair among beach bar owners and thirsty bathers as new chiringuito rules delay opening in CartagenaFor most beach bars the new regulations are proving either difficult or impossible to obey For a couple of months now, since the start of the Easter holidays, residents and visitors at the beaches of Cartagena have been speculating about why hardly any.. 06/06/2025

New shops opening at Parque Almenara in the coming weeksThe Lorca shopping centre is on course for some new arrivals very soon Parque Almenara in Lorca is experiencing a new wave of commercial growth, with five more businesses preparing to open in the coming weeks. The shopping centre, which has steadily.. 06/06/2025

7 key factors for choosing a good health insurance in Spain Its climate, gastronomy and culture mean that many people decide to move to Spain, and it’s important to have good quality health insurance that also meets the requirements for obtaining a Visa and Residence permit. But do you know what to look.. 05/06/2025

Registration now open for the Vuelta Mar Menor Walking Tour this SeptemberSign up now for the Vuelta Mar Menor, one of the most popular sporting events of the summer in San Javier The Vuelta al Mar Menor is back for another edition this September 6 and 7. Registration is now open for the XXIII Walking Tour of the Mar Menor.. 05/06/2025

Águilas cracks down on illegal dumping with surveillance and finesThe Town Hall has reminded residents of the designated waste disposal points and environmental responsibility The Town Hall of Águilas has issued a strong reminder to residents and visitors that illegal dumping of rubbish and rubble is prohibited.. 05/06/2025

Bizum transfers for self-employed to come under full Treasury control from 2026All Bizum transactions by freelancers and companies in Spain will be monitored by the Tax Agency as new rules take effect From January 2026, all Bizum payments made by self-employed individuals and businesses in Spain will be reported directly to the.. 05/06/2025

Ancient Murcia hilltop chapel to be restored... but workers have to transport the materials using donkeys! After an 11-year delay, the company must carry out restoration works using only mules or helicopters to protect the heritage site’s natural setting After more than a decade of delays, Portman Golf, S.A. has been ordered to finally complete long-.. 04/06/2025

Sweet treat, sour surprise: Why your ice cream in Spain might cost more this summerThe price of this key ingredient has doubled in a year and experts say it could push up the cost of your favourite summer treat Summer in Spain would not be complete without an ice cream or two; a sweet treat enjoyed by families, holidaymakers and locals.. 04/06/2025