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Melanoma rates in Spain soar by 50% as sun safety warnings go unheededDoctors urge better protection as Spain’s most dangerous skin cancer reaches 8,000 new cases a year Spain is experiencing a worrying surge in melanoma cases, with new figures showing that the number of diagnoses has risen by nearly 50% in just.. 01/07/2025

Will 2025 be the busiest summer season Spain has ever seen?The high season in Spain kicks off with record prices, bookings and foreign tourist arrivals Spain isn’t shy about setting records, or indeed breaking its own. We’ve just had the hottest June day ever experienced (Saturday the 28th if.. 01/07/2025

Spain introduces new train travel prices for frequent travellers on July 1The era of free train travel in Spain is coming to an end, but there are still savings to be had After years of unprecedented free train travel that helped millions of commuters and frequent travellers in Spain weather the energy crisis sparked by.. 01/07/2025

New rules for short-term rentals come into effect in Spain on July 1All tourist and temporary rentals in Spain must now be registered to advertise online From this Tuesday July 1, anyone wanting to rent out their property as a tourist rental, temporary accommodation or room rental will need to register with a new government.. 30/06/2025

4 Irishmen arrested in Spain drug bust: Gang was smuggling cocaine to UK and Ireland inside industrial machineryPolice seized 84 kilos of cocaine hidden in an industrial drill and arrested four Irish nationals on the Costa Blanca A gang of drug traffickers operating out of the Orihuela Costa and San Miguel de Salinas area of Alicante province has been dealt.. 30/06/2025

Warnings for temps approaching 40 degrees: Alicante weather forecast June 30-July 3Daytime temperatures throughout the Costa Blanca will remain at stifling levels until at least the middle of the week Weather alerts in place for Alicante province on Monday June 30   The heatwave will persist in Alicante province until.. 30/06/2025

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

Mercadona switches to summer and Sunday opening hours across SpainSpain’s favourite supermarket is extending its opening hours at nearly 300 stores We know it’s only the one day but let’s face it: supermarket winter hours, particularly Sunday closures, can be a bit of a pain, especially for holidaymakers..

Passengers could soon be allowed TWO carry-ons if EU proposal is passedThe EU Parliament has backed demands that all passengers be allowed bring 7kg hand luggage for free European travellers could soon get the right to bring a 7kg carry-on bag on flights without paying extra fees, after parliamentarians from the transport.. 27/06/2025

Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja extends opening hours and joins TikTokThe popular Thai restaurant in Torrevieja has added Tuesday evenings to its opening times and is sharing more behind-the-scenes videos on social media Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja has announced a summer schedule update, now welcoming diners.. 27/06/2025

Spain's top court backs Amnesty Law despite huge public oppositionThe ruling could see hundreds of Catalan separatists pardoned for serious crimes Spain's Constitutional Court has delivered a landmark ruling that upholds the controversial Amnesty Law for Catalan separatists, removing the final legal barrier to.. 27/06/2025

Travel woes worsen: easyJet strike leads to 68 more cancelled Spanish flightsPassengers travelling to and from Spain should prepare for a weekend of disruptions and disappointments Anyone flying with easyJet over the next couple of days is being advised to keep a close eye on their emails, as the strike organised by the airline.. 27/06/2025

Beach yoga, Pilates and Zumba classes in Orihuela Costa this summerEvening workouts on the sand return to 4 Orihuela Costa beaches in July and August If you're looking for a healthy way to make the most of long summer evenings, Orihuela Costa's coastline is the place to be. The City Council has launched its.. 26/06/2025

Where to park at Murcia and Alicante airportsThese are the options for motorists looking to park a car at Corvera Airport and Alicante Airport Do you travel often to and from the Region of Murcia International Airport or Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport? Parking logistics are crucial..

Alicante weekend weather forecast June 26-29: Temperatures set to soar this weekendClear skies and rising heat across the Costa Blanca as Spain braces for its first major summer scorcher Outlook on Saturday June 28   As Spain braces for its first widespread heat wave of the year, Alicante province is preparing for a sharp.. 26/06/2025

New energy label for mobiles and tablets aims to cut waste and help shoppers choose better EU-wide scheme highlights energy efficiency, durability and repairability to encourage longer-lasting tech A new energy label is now required on all mobile phones and tablets sold across Spain and the European Union. The label is designed to make it.. 25/06/2025

Torrevieja N-332 on verge of collapse as daily traffic soarsLocals and tourists continue to endure daily jams while long-promised Orihuela Costa upgrades remain stuck in planning There are few certainties during summer on the southern Costa Blanca, but Torrevieja’s traffic is one of them. On any given.. 25/06/2025

Benidorm opens 350 free beachside parking spaces for the summerThe extra spaces near Benidorm’s Old Town will be available from July 1 Finding a parking space near the beach during the summer season is one of the greatest challenges facing both locals and tourists in Benidorm. In response to the growing.. 24/06/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 24/06/2025

Use Google Maps and WhatsApp to spot traffic checks and share your location, from anywhere in SpainThese handy tools can help you avoid road delays, spot police checks and even let family know where you are in real time Whether you are heading off on a road trip around Spain, or just want someone to know where you are, Google Maps and WhatsApp offer.. 24/06/2025