CAMPOSOL, MURCIA LIFESTYLE, RECIPES FOR SPANISH LIVING

Murcia photo of the month May 2026Here’s the May image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   We are blessed here in Spain as, when we look up at the sky, we often only see its bright blue colour without any clouds. This brings to many.. 12/05/2026

Mercadona changes home delivery rules leaving some shoppers stranded in SpainShoppers now face checking store by store across Spain to see whether deliveries are still available Mercadona shoppers across Spain are facing a frustrating new change that could make the weekly supermarket run a lot more complicated, especially.. 08/05/2026

Supermarkets and shopping centres are allowed to open in Murcia this Sunday May 10The date is one of the Region of Murcia’s “festivos de libre apertura”, allowing shops to open on a normally restricted Sunday The Region of Murcia is gearing up for one of its so-called “festivos de libre apertura”.. 08/05/2026

One year after Spain's historic blackout, Murcia is leading the way on solar self-sufficiencyJoin the solar revolution and make the switch with expert guidance across the south of Spain from Ecocorp Solar Tuesday April 28 marked the one-year anniversary of the blackout, when the lights went out across Spain for twelve hours, leaving millions.. 04/05/2026

Why May 1 is a public holiday in SpainLabour Day is marked nationwide with a long history of workers’ rights, protest and a welcome day off May 1 is one of the most important dates in the Spanish work calendar, and this year it falls on a Friday, creating a long weekend for many people.. 01/05/2026

Sun, sea and no stress: Raquel Tours launches regular Sunday day trips from Murcia to BenidormNew pick-up points added from your favourite Murcia resorts as Raquel Tours launches regular summer trips       If you fancy a simple, stress-free day by the sea this summer, Raquel Tours is running regular Sunday trips from.. 30/04/2026

Pueblo Spa at Hacienda del Álamo launches new ChiroFlow treatment for pain relief and deep relaxationChiroFlow promises deep muscle relaxation and lasting pain relief in just 30 minutes Pueblo Spa at Hacienda del Álamo Golf Resort has introduced a brand new treatment and if you've been carrying tension, pain or stiffness around with you.. 29/04/2026

Read the May edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the May issue of Home & Living magazine This edition is not only full of inspiring home and living articles, but you'll find so much more.....   • We start with looking at Ibiza in May. This month the islands.. 29/04/2026

Thinking of installing air con in Spain? Why you may need permission firstHorizontal Property Law rules mean you cannot always place units where you like in shared buildings As temperatures rise across Spain, many homeowners start thinking about installing air conditioning. But in apartment blocks and urbanisations, it is not.. 27/04/2026

Left the UK after April 5, 2025? Expats in Spain could still face UK tax under new rulesThe experts at Elysium Wealth Advisors explain everything you need to know about UK domicile changes From April 6, 2025, the UK tax system has undergone a major shift. The concept of “non-domicile” (non-dom) has effectively been abolished.. 22/04/2026

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to knowIBI, Plusvalía, waste collection fees and more – a practical guide for anyone who owns property in Spain If you own property in Spain, you'll know the feeling: a letter arrives (or sometimes doesn't) and you suddenly discover.. 22/04/2026

Murcia photo of the month April 2026Here’s the April image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   The word ‘Opposites’ refers to things that are completely different or contrary to each other in meaning, nature or direction.. 21/04/2026

Cockroaches, ants, wasps... keep your Spanish home pest-free with expert help from Control de Plagas Levante!From cockroaches in the kitchen to rats in the garden, professional pest control can protect your home, health and peace of mind   Owning a home in Spain comes with plenty of perks: sunshine, outdoor living and a relaxed lifestyle. But when unwanted..

The best time to take out a health insurance policy: Young versus older When considering taking out a health insurance policy, many people wonder at what age it is best to do so. Is it worthwhile to be insured when you are young? At what age should you start looking for private medical insurance? There is no perfect age.. 10/04/2026

Skip the airport run and enjoy your last day in the sun thanks to Airport BusesLet Airport Buses take care of transfers to and from Murcia International Airport so you can spend more time with friends and family There's something a little bittersweet about the last day of a holiday. The sun's still shining, you've.. 09/04/2026

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.. 03/04/2026

Semana Santa in Spain: How do the Spanish celebrate Easter?Easter in Spain typically lasts a whole week and is full of colourful parades and religious ceremonies Holy Week, or ‘Semana Santa’ as it is known in Spain, is the first major celebration of the year after the Three Kings in January and it..

Scared of the dentist? Spanish research says a good podcast could be all you needOdontophobia affects one in six people in Spain, but researchers at a Spanish university think they've cracked it If going to the dentist fills you with dread, you're in very good company. Odontophobia, the clinical term for an irrational.. 25/03/2026

Seguro Parking: The smarter, cheaper way to park at Alicante and Murcia airportsA meet-and-greet service, complimentary car wash and prices up to 90% cheaper than airport parking at Corvera and Alicante-Elche For regular fliers, airport parking can be one of the more stressful parts of the whole experience, not to mention one.. 25/03/2026

Relieving everyday pain at Pueblo Spa on Hacienda del Álamo Golf ResortLiebscher & Bracht therapy and spinology treatments aim to tackle the root causes of everyday pain The name Pueblo Spa has become synonymous with a calming atmosphere and personalised approach to well-being on Hacienda del Álamo Golf Resort.. 20/03/2026