ANDALUCIA NEWS

Spain to enjoy spectacular Strawberry Moon at the end of JuneThe so-called Strawberry Moon will reach its peak just days after the summer solstice Skywatchers across Spain will have one more reason to look up before June comes to an end, with the arrival of the year's Strawberry Moon.   The full.. 16/06/2026

Body recovered from water at Almería portEmergency services were alerted after a man was spotted floating near the Virgen del Carmen monument in Garrucha A man's body has been recovered from the water at the port of Garrucha in Almería after emergency services received reports.. 16/06/2026

Spain triples funding for women's health to tackle gender gap in medical researchThe government programme will direct new funding towards research into chronic pain, hormonal and cardiovascular conditions affecting women, including endometriosis, where diagnosis can take up to a decade Some welcome news for millions of women.. 16/06/2026

EU backs free cabin luggage allowance for passengers flying from SpainPassengers could gain new baggage rights, simpler compensation claims and stronger protections for families Holidaymakers and expats flying to and from Spain could soon avoid one of the most frustrating extra charges added by budget airlines after.. 16/06/2026

Spain hit by thirteen wildfires over the weekend, with crews battling blazes in Murcia, Andalucía and elsewhereHundreds of hectares have burned across the country, with emergency crews working flat out in Murcia, Andalusia, Galicia and Catalonia Thirteen wildfires broke out across Spain over the weekend, burning hundreds of hectares and forcing evacuations.. 15/06/2026

Twelve dead across Spain after deadly weekend on beaches and riversA run of tragic incidents over three days has left families across Spain in mourning, with victims ranging in age from 12 to 80 It's been a tragic few days on Spain's coasts, with twelve people losing their lives to drowning over the course.. 15/06/2026

Andalucía weather forecast June 15-18: Temperatures climb steadily over the coming daysAfter a windy weekend along the coast, Andalusia can expect rising heat over the next few days, with storms still possible in the mountains Average temperatures expected on Wednesday June 17   After a windy weekend along the coast, Andaluc.. 15/06/2026

Your rights as an air passenger in Europe could be about to get significantly weakerConsumer groups across Europe are pushing back against proposed EU reforms that would cut compensation for delays and cancellations and make it easier for airlines to avoid paying out If you travel by air regularly, this is worth paying attention to... 15/06/2026

Got a message from the Spanish Tax Agency asking for cryptocurrency payment? It is a scamThe AEAT has confirmed it never requests payments in cryptocurrency or asks for personal or financial information by email or SMS If you have received an email claiming to be from the Spanish Tax Agency (Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria.. 12/06/2026

Jerez is pulling out all the stops this summer and there has never been a better time to visitAs Spain's Gastronomic Capital for 2026, the city has just launched a packed programme of 107 events running from now until the end of September If Jerez has been on your list of places to explore, this summer might just be the perfect moment. The.. 12/06/2026

British couple arrested after leaving three young children alone in Benalmádena hotel while they went out partyingTwo of the children, aged just six months and one year, tested positive for cocaine and all three are now in the care of the Andalusian regional government A British couple has been arrested by the Policía Nacional after allegedly abandoning their.. 12/06/2026

Hope on the horizon as Huelva wildfire enters fourth day with more than 5,000 hectares burnedAround 100 people remain evacuated as more than 400 personnel continue working to contain the fire near Villanueva de los Castillejos   👩‍🚒 La @UMEgob ha trabajado ya toda la noche en el #IFVillanuevaDeLosCastillejos 🚒 Unidades.. 11/06/2026

Forty years of living differently: Sunseed Desert Technology is still going strong... and needs your help!The pioneering expat-founded community in southern Spain is turning 40 this year; this is how Sunseed made a name for itself as one of the most innovative centres for sustainability research and alternative communal living in Europe Tucked into a.. 11/06/2026

Hoppy launches its new shared electric bike service in Mojácar120 bikes are already available with more on the way as the town embraces greener ways to get around Mojácar now has its own shared electric bike service, with operator Hoppy Mobility launching the scheme on Monday June 8 with 120 bikes already.. 10/06/2026

Know a young person in Spain? There are big train and bus discounts coming this summerSpain's popular Summer Youth Programme is back for 2026, offering discounts of up to 90% on trains and buses for 18 to 30-year-olds from July 1 If you have children, grandchildren or young friends living in Spain, this is worth passing on. The Spanish.. 10/06/2026

Spain's most spectacular walking route just got even betterThe Caminito del Rey has unveiled a brand new 110-metre suspension bridge, the longest of its kind in Spain, and it is open to visitors from today If you thought the Caminito del Rey was already one of the most breathtaking walks in Spain, it just raised.. 10/06/2026

Spain's pharmacies are finally ditching the box cutter and going digitalA new government decree marks the beginning of the end for the paper-based medicine coupon system that has cost pharmacies an estimated €80-90 million a year If you have ever collected a prescription at a Spanish pharmacy and noticed the staff carefully.. 10/06/2026

Off-duty officers and a stranded speedboat: the daily reality of fighting drug trafficking on the Cádiz coastTwo separate incidents in the Campo de Gibraltar highlight the relentless pressure on police tackling one of Spain's most persistent crime problems Eleven Policía Nacional officers were off duty when they spotted something that did not look.. 10/06/2026

Your next drink at a Spanish bar is about to cost you 10 cents more from AugustA new EU-backed deposit scheme is coming to Spain and it affects every can and plastic bottle sold in bars, restaurants and shops From August 12, buying a can of beer, a bottle of water or a soft drink at a bar, restaurant, supermarket or shop in.. 10/06/2026

Málaga's long-awaited auditorium is finally moving forward, with or without government supportAfter more than two decades of delays, Mayor Francisco de la Torre is pushing to break ground before the end of the year on a €209 million cultural landmark It has been one of the most talked-about and repeatedly delayed projects in Málaga.. 09/06/2026