REGION OF MURCIA, CARTAGENA LOCAL NEWS

Plans move ahead for new marine reserve around Cabo CopeRamonete and Puntas de Calnegre residents have been invited to share their input on the project Lorca City Council will hold a meeting with residents of Ramonete and Puntas de Calnegre next week to discuss plans for a new Marine Reserve of Fisheries.. 18/07/2025

Summer adventures with Taquilla TicketsFive unforgettable trips through the Region of Murcia and beyond If you’re looking to make the most of your summer in the sun, Taquilla Tickets has you covered. This local, family-run business has been organising fun, accessible trips for the.. 15/07/2025

The best nudist beaches in the Region of MurciaGo bare by the sea at these peaceful Costa Cálida coves You may have done it already, or maybe you’re just curious, but at some point most people have wondered what it would be like to spend a day at the beach with nothing but the sea.. 14/07/2025

First loggerhead turtle nest of summer found in CalblanqueVolunteers uncover 75 turtle eggs and launch 2025 nesting season in Murcia   Early on Sunday morning July 13, volunteers from the “Turtle Territory 2025” project discovered the first loggerhead turtle tracks of the season on Calblanque.. 14/07/2025

Illegal boat parties once again plague the Mar MenorRubbish, loud music, speeding jet skis and illicit boat anchoring are escalating in the Mar Menor Just a couple of weeks after the Maritime Authority, Guardia Civil and Local Police claimed they were launching a serious crack-down on irresponsible.. 07/07/2025

South African investment group acquires Cartagena's Espacio Mediterráneo for €135.4 millionThe group Lighthouse has taken over the landmark retail centre from Germany’s Deka fund   The Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre in Cartagena has officially changed ownership for the first time since its construction in 2007. The.. 03/07/2025

Pilar de la Horadada AP-7 tunnel fails to reopen as plannedThe vital motorway tunnel linking Orihuela Costa with Murcia will remain closed ‘until further notice’ Much to the relief of thousands of motorists, the Ministry of Transport delivered the good news last week that the AP-7 tunnel in Pilar.. 30/06/2025

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

The different kinds of visas to live in Spain and how to get themA guide to gaining residency now that the Golden Visa scheme has ended If you are not an EU citizen and want to live in Spain, you are going to need a visa. Since 2013 and up until this year, the ‘Golden Visa’ was a simple and.. 28/05/2025

Exciting ways to see the wildlife of the Region of Murcia!Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that not so far away are some of the most fascinating and impressive..

Murcia gains three more Blue Flags this year, bringing its total to 36Cartagena leads the way with 10 flags, while the Mar Menor misses out for the ninth consecutive year   The Region of Murcia will have 36 Blue Flags in summer 2025 – three more than in 2024, including 29 for beaches and seven for marinas. According..

National Geographic's best beaches in Spain for 2025 include one in MurciaThe prestigious magazine has selected 25 of the country’s finest coastal hideways, as well as compiling individual lists for various autonomous regions, including Murcia The summer is almost upon us and as the weather heats up, many of us.. 09/05/2025

La Manga Club sees record-breaking tourism numbersThe resort welcomed over 52,000 guests in 2024, the majority from Europe, following the relaunch of its 5-star Grand Hyatt hotel La Manga Club, the renowned resort in Murcia, has reported a landmark year in 2024, surpassing 52,000 guests and recording.. 24/04/2025

Café Bar Yemanjá is now open all day for the spring-summer seasonEnjoy food, cocktails and seafront views at this much-loved spot in Cabo de Palos Café Bar Yemanjá in Cabo de Palos is once again open and ready to welcome customers all day long, just in time for the warmer months ahead. Nestled right.. 07/04/2025

Great beach locations in Murcia to take your first dip of the year!Take your pick from the huge choice of beach locations and activities in the Costa Cálida With the weather warming up after a distinctly grim first three weeks of March, and the Easter holidays just around the corner, many of us are beginning to become..

Summer flight destinations for 2025 at Murcia Corvera Airport: Complete list of routesThe summer 2025 flight schedule for Murcia Airport includes 18 destinations across Spain and abroad The Region of Murcia International Airport will operate 18 regular flights during the upcoming summer season, which begins on March 30, 2025.  .. 17/03/2025

Loss of trees in Murcia towns causing dangerous 'urban heat islands'Murcia’s cities and towns have ever fewer trees, removing shaded areas and increasing the overall temperatures in summer   A report from the University of Murcia (UMU) has sounded the alarm over the loss of trees in large cities and urban.. 23/01/2025

Where to get a haircut, nails done and beauty treatments near Camposol, MurciaOne of the best places for nail, hair and beauty treatments in the Camposol, Mazarrón, Puerto de Mazarrón and southwest Murcia area is The Salon Camposol Hair & Beauty Salon If you’re looking for the best hair, nails and beauty.. 24/10/2024

Understanding Spain's Digital Nomad Visa and how to get oneWorking remotely from Spain is a great opportunity to make your dreams of living in the sun a reality The Digital Nomad Visa is a great opportunity for foreigners who wish to live in Spain while working remotely. This visa caters to those employed.. 23/09/2024

Save big on your electricity bills with Spanish EnergySeamlessly switch your energy provider for lower bills anywhere in Spain Are you tired of skyrocketing electricity bills? You're not alone. Many residents in Spain are overpaying for their electricity simply because they haven't explored alternative.. 19/07/2024