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Torrevieja port promenade reopens after €6.5 million revampThe Levante breakwater promenade is open again just in time for the holiday crowds Torrevieja's port promenade along the Levante breakwater has reopened to the public just in time for Easter, following a €6.5m renovation that finished more.. 30/03/2026

Clear skies and strong winds at times this week: Alicante weather March 30-April 2Alicante is set for a largely dry and sunny few days, although strong winds will make things feel a little fresher at times Overall, the outlook from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) points to settled spring weather across the province.. 30/03/2026

Spanish airport strike threat before Easter could disrupt millions of passengersGround staff at 12 airports spread across Spain are threatening to walk out from March 27 Anyone heading to Spain this Easter could face delays, disruption and even flight cancellations, with fresh airport strikes on the cards at some of the country.. 27/03/2026

British man jailed over shooting of key figure in Torrevieja in John George investigationThe suspect has been remanded in custody in Murcia after the fatal shooting of a Czech national in Torrevieja A British man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a key figure in the ongoing John George murder investigation, in a case..

Alicante Airport braces for Easter rush with more than 4,200 flights bookedHoly Week points to a busy summer ahead at Miguel Hernández Airport Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is heading into one of its first big tests of the season, and the numbers already suggest a very busy summer ahead.  .. 27/03/2026

AI traffic lights are being installed at one of Orihuela Costa's most notorious roundaboutsThe Punta Prima roundabout handles 45,000 vehicles a day and has been a headache for drivers for years The daily long queues and weaving cars at the Punta Prima roundabout on the N-332 are legendary at this stage and the traffic system here has been.. 27/03/2026

Alicante Airport unveils plans for snazzy new VIP loungeTravellers using the Costa Blanca hub can expect more comfort and better facilities as part of ongoing airport improvements Passengers flying through Alicante Airport can expect a more comfortable start to their journey in the near future, as work.. 26/03/2026

Pat Metheny returns to San Javier for the Jazz Festival in JulyOther artists already confirmed include Camille Thurman, Young Gun Silver Fox, The Brand New Heavies, Carles Benavent and Chico Pérez It has been confirmed at the presentation of the official poster for the 28th edition of the San Javier International.. 26/03/2026

New Costa Blanca cycle lane planned for busy Los Montesinos routeThe two-kilometre route aims to promote safer and more sustainable travel in the area A new cycle lane could soon be on the way for a busy stretch of road on the Costa Blanca, as plans move forward in Los Montesinos.   The Alicante Provincial.. 25/03/2026

Hundreds of campervans descend on Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja beauty spotsMotorhome season has landed early on the Costa Blanca, with control efforts having little impact The motorhome season is back in full swing along the Costa Blanca and with it comes the familiar debate about where these vehicles should and shouldn&#.. 24/03/2026

Explore Orihuela city and coast: April guided tours, tastings, trips and moreOrihuela Costa and Orihuela city both feature in next month's packed tourism programme Orihuela's Tourism Department has put together a packed schedule of guided tours and cultural activities for April 2026 and there's something for all.. 24/03/2026

Costa Blanca city in shock as dad kills toddler, 3, before taking his own lifeTorrevieja city council has declared two days of official mourning following the tragedy A three-year-old girl and her father have been found dead in Torrevieja in what police are investigating as a tragic case of “vicarious violence”. &.. 23/03/2026

Missing Murcia man found dead in Alicante reservoirSearch teams located the 47-year-old in La Pedrera reservoir after extensive operation across two provinces The body of a man who went missing in Murcia has been found in a reservoir in Alicante following a large-scale search operation.  .. 23/03/2026

Just Murcia Property: Your local experts for buying, selling and investing in the Region of MurciaFrom new-build investment to your ideal retirement property, this Los Belones-based agency offers a fully personal service across the Costa Cálida and Costa Blanca Finding the right property in a foreign country can feel like a daunting.. 20/03/2026

New developments reshape the Costa Cálida property marketSpainora showcases the latest opportunities in one of Spain’s fastest growing property markets Spain’s Costa Cálida has long been known for its warm climate, relaxed pace of life and miles of Mediterranean coastline, but in recent.. 20/03/2026

Ryanair launches new Venice route from Alicante to rival Wizz AirCosta Blanca travellers will have more options than ever to reach the city of canals from this autumn Ryanair has just announced that it will launch a new route between Alicante-Elche Airport and Venice Marco Polo Airport starting in September, just.. 20/03/2026

Life on the Costa Blanca gets top marks in Spain happiness study 2026The new Happy Index 2026 ranks thousands of towns across Spain based on climate, lifestyle and services A new study has ranked some of the Costa Blanca’s most popular towns among the happiest places to live in Spain, with coastal lifestyle.. 19/03/2026

Costa Blanca town unveils brand new dog park with training area and secure fencingAlmoradí responds to growing demand with new €36,000 dog park in Plaza de la Amistad Dog owners on the Costa Blanca have a new place to head after Almoradí officially opened a brand new dog park in Plaza de la Amistad.  .. 18/03/2026

From dry to drenched, the Vega Baja sees rain totals rocket in the last few weeksPatchy downpours bring big totals to parts of southern Costa Blanca, but not everywhere After a very dry start to the year in many parts of southern Spain, the Vega Baja has seen a noticeable shift in recent weeks, with rain returning across the region.. 18/03/2026

Tourist dies after 30ft fall on clifftop path in Pilar de la HoradadaThe 28-year-old reportedly slipped while trying to pick up his glasses on the Orihuela Costa walkway A 28-year-old Colombian man has died after falling around 30 feet while walking along a coastal path in Pilar de la Horadada.   The accident.. 17/03/2026