Got questions about your 2026 tax return? Experts set to answer ahead of April launch
Tax data available from March 19 as new advice service opens for confused taxpayers With the 2026 income tax campaign just weeks away, many people in Spain are already preparing..

Ikea brings new home services app to the Region of Murcia
Murcia customers will soon be able to book trusted tradespeople directly through Ikea Home Ikea is rolling out its new home services platform in the Region of Murcia, linking..

Spain is the destination of choice for more Europeans this Easter as global tensions rise
The Balearic and Canary Islands, along with mainland resorts, are reporting higher bookings from the UK and Germany Spain is looking at what could be one of its busiest..

Supermarket opening hours in Murcia on March 19, Father's Day
Since this Thursday is a public holiday in the Region of Murcia, most of the bigger stores and businesses will alter their opening hours This Thursday March 19 marks Father..

Environmental group warns of damage to Cartagena's beaches during the cleaning process
Local environmental experts say heavy machinery is clearing seagrass that's important for keeping beaches healthy and supporting wildlife Beach cleaning in Cartagena is..

British company Taylor Wimpey invests €26 million in luxury La Manga Club development
The first phase of the Siena development will bring high-end apartments to La Manga Club andResort by February 2028 A major new housing development is on the way to La..

Jumilla opens long-awaited caravan parking area
The new site includes water, electricity and essential services in place and 24-hour access Jumilla has officially opened its new caravan parking area, responding to the..

Torre Pacheco to build new roundabout near La Torre Golf Resort
A planned junction upgrade aims to improve safety and traffic flow at a key access point to Roldán and its industrial estate Torre Pacheco Town Council is moving ahead..

Fathers' Day in Spain: Where March 19 will be a public holiday this year
Five regions will enjoy a day off while the rest of the country marks the occasion after work Fathers’ Day is approaching once again in Spain, and for some parts of the country..

Almost 80% of Spaniards see nuclear war as a real possibility amid global tensions
Most citizens back a strong, well-equipped army, even as fears of catastrophe divide opinion A recent survey by Spain’s official sociological research centre, the Centro..

Two Murcia roads named among Spain’s most dangerous
N-301 and AP-7 stretches in the spotlight in new national accident risk report Two stretches of road in the Region of Murcia have once again been ranked among the most dangerous..

Doctors' strike enters second week with protests planned across Spain
Demonstrations are planned in major cities and essential services will run at reduced capacity as thousands of doctors strike Doctors across Spain have entered a second..

Why does Spain have different days for Mothers' Day and Fathers' Day?
This is when Mothers' Day and Fathers' Day are traditionally held in Spain, and why they are different from other countries In many countries around the world, Fathers' ..

Murcia's northwest ring road to fully open next week after years of construction
Final 7.6km stretch will complete the bypass linking the A-30 and A-7 and help ease heavy traffic around the city Drivers in the Region of Murcia will soon see the long-awaited..

Airport Buses is making Easter travel to and from Murcia Airport easier than ever this spring
Fares start from just €8.99 for adults and children travel at half price, making it a great option for families heading to the south of Spain this Easter Easter is one..

Plans approved for new football pitches and sports facilities at Condado de Alhama
The Alhama de Murcia Town Hall has granted the basic licence for the development Plans are in place for two new football pitches and additional sports facilities at Condado..

Tourist dies after 30ft fall on clifftop path in Pilar de la Horadada
The 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..

Cartagena bus station set for major makeover after 30 years
Ground floor redesign and possible university use planned as the city modernises a key transport hub Cartagena’s bus station is preparing for a significant overhaul more..

Murcia weekly weather forecast March 16-19: Sunny and dry
The weather in Murcia this week is expected to be calm and bright with mild temperatures Murcia weather forecast, Thursday March 19   The Region of Murcia is in..

The low-cost chains quietly spreading across Spain’s high streets
From bargain furniture to discounted fashion and beauty, a growing wave of budget retailers is reshaping the Spanish high street Spain’s retail landscape is increasingly..

Track Renfe trains live from your phone
New website shows real-time positions for high-speed and long-distance services Renfe has rolled out a handy new website across Spain, where you can follow high-speed, long..

San Javier's defunct airport finds another new purpose as a €12 million science centre for the Mar Menor
The OM2 Marine Species Centre will bring together universities, research institutes and 21 marine tanks under one roof in San Javier The old San Javier airport is fast..

Buying a home now cheaper than renting in Murcia, but saving the deposit remains the biggest hurdle
Monthly mortgage payments are 27% lower than rent in the city, yet buyers still need more than €50,000 upfront For many people living in the Region of Murcia, owning a home..

Los Alcázares to complete final phase of seafront lighting upgrade
The final 16 traditional streetlights near Paseo de la Concha will be replaced with energy-efficient LEDs to finish the town's modernization plan Los Alcázares is getting..