ALICANTE PROVINCE

¡Vamos, España! Spain face off against Argentina in the World Cup finalEngland's World Cup dream ends in heartbreak, setting up a Spain v Argentina final Spain now knows exactly who stands between them and World Cup glory after Argentina booked their place in Sunday's final in New York with one of the great comeback.. 17/07/2026

Food prices across Europe are set to rise again, and this summer's extreme heat is a big part of the reason whyWar in the Middle East and record temperatures are pushing costs back up, with some forecasts warning of increases of up to 9% by 2027 After a period of relative calm following the brutal inflation crisis of 2022 and 2023, when food prices rose by more.. 17/07/2026

Going shirtless in a Spanish town centre could cost up to €750There's no nationwide ban, but several popular municipalities have their own rules, and the fines are surprisingly steep With temperatures pushing into the high thirties across much of Spain this summer, the temptation to whip off a shirt and wander.. 17/07/2026

New 205-space car park planned beside Orihuela Costa beachThe new car park beside La Glea beach in Dehesa de Campoamor aims to ease summer parking headaches and reduce congestion Finding a parking space near some of Orihuela Costa's most popular beaches can feel like a challenge at the best of times.. 17/07/2026

Saving for a home in Spain? Even a €30k deposit isn't enough in many placesExperts warn that many people are being locked out of Spain's property market long before they reach the mortgage stage For many people living in Spain, the dream of owning a home is starting to feel more distant than ever.   With the.. 17/07/2026

The EU's digital identity wallet is coming. Here's what it means and who it affectsEuropean citizens will be able to store their ID card, driving licence and other key documents on their phone by 2027, but questions remain about whether the scheme will extend to non-EU residents For EU citizens, the prospect of crossing into another.. 17/07/2026

Passenger almost sucked from Ryanair jet after window shatters. Could it happen on a Spain flight?The terrifying Ryanair incident has left many holidaymakers wondering whether the same thing could happen on a flight to or from Spain Image: Artistic representation of the damage   A passenger was nearly sucked from a Ryanair plane after.. 17/07/2026

Aguamarina micro-reserve in Orihuela Costa gets some much-needed TLCThe work around playa de La Glea in Campoamor aims to protect one of the coast's most valuable natural spaces Orihuela City Council has rolled up its sleeves for some maintenance work around the Aguamarina micro-reserve and playa de La Glea beach.. 16/07/2026

''Like a horror film'': Passengers describe terrifying turbulence on Ryanair flight from AlicanteSeveral people needed medical treatment after a Ryanair flight bound for Liverpool was hit by violent turbulence "We thought we were going to die." That's how passengers have described the terrifying few seconds when their Ryanair flight.. 16/07/2026

Still hot, but a hint of change: Alicante weather forecast July 16-19Heat warnings continue through Friday before temperatures ease slightly at the weekend, with the chance of inland thunderstorms on Sunday This week saw temperatures pushing 40°C across inland areas and heat alerts covering much of the province of.. 16/07/2026

Alicante Airport tops 10 million passengers after record-breaking JuneThe Costa Blanca gateway welcomed more than 2.1 million passengers in June alone, with UK travellers continuing to lead the way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has passed the 10 million passenger mark for the year after recording its.. 15/07/2026

Everything you need to know about sick leave in Spain, answered by employment lawyersFrom whether your boss can find out why you're off, to what happens to your holiday days, UGT's legal experts answer the questions people are actually asking Sick leave in Spain has been one of the most talked-about employment topics of the past.. 15/07/2026

Exotic reptile spotted on the loose on Alicante riverbankPolice in Sax have launched a search operation after reports of a small caiman near the Vinalopó River If you're out for a stroll along the Vinalopó River in Sax over the next few days, keep your eyes peeled for something a little.. 15/07/2026

Three earthquakes hit the Costa Blanca in 24 hoursTremors were felt in Torrevieja, Elche and off the coast of Benidorm Three separate earthquakes have struck the province of Alicante within the space of 24 hours, all measuring below magnitude 2 on the Richter scale.   The most recent hit.. 14/07/2026

Free things to do in Alicante this summer without spending a pennyYou don't need reservations or a big budget to make the most of the Costa Blanca this summer You don't need a massive budget or a packed itinerary to have a great summer in the province of Alicante. Sometimes all it takes is picking the right.. 14/07/2026

Cirque du Soleil is back in Alicante and the big top is already upKurios: Cabinet of Curiosities runs from July 16 to August 23 at Playa de San Juan, with up to ten shows a week If you've ever watched a Cirque du Soleil show and wondered how on earth they put it all together, the answer involves a lot of coordination.. 14/07/2026

What to do with all that water dripping from your air conditioning unitIt's not for drinking, but it turns out that AC water is handy for all sorts of other things Most people have their air-conditioning unit cranked up to the max at the moment, so you’ll probably have noticed the steady drip of water it produces.. 14/07/2026

Spain launches a new crackdown on drink and drug driving this week, and the numbers behind it make sobering readingAlcohol was present in 28% of all traffic accidents in 2024, and deaths involving drunk drivers rose 9% in a single year The DGT has launched a new week-long campaign targeting alcohol and drug use behind the wheel, running from Monday until Sunday July.. 14/07/2026

First case of West Nile virus this year confirmed in AlicanteCosta Blanca health officials say most cases occur between July and September when mosquito activity peaks Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus   Health officials in the Valencian Community have confirmed the first case of West Nile virus.. 14/07/2026

Yes, the Spanish Christmas Lottery is already on sale and yes, it really is only JulyWith 162 days to go until the December 22 draw, tickets are already flying and this year's adverts are already turning heads People always say Christmas comes earlier every year, and here in Spain they might actually have a point. It's only Monday.. 13/07/2026