MURCIA LIFESTYLE

What's new for English-language TV in Spain 2026: Changes you have to be aware of to television for expats in Murcia and SpainA look back at the history of UK TV in southern Spain, and a clear guide to the upcoming 2026 changes affecting English-language television services across Murcia and Spain, from Rainbow Satellites Spanish television access for expats is set to undergo.. 23/12/2025

La Manga Adventure Golf Christmas opening timesThese are the days and times that the popular minigolf centre is open over the festive season   La Manga Adventure Golf in Cabo de Palos has confirmed its opening times for the Christmas holiday period, staying open every day except Christmas.. 23/12/2025

Find out what time shops close in the Region of Murcia on December 24 and 25Most supermarkets and shopping centres throughout Murcia will close early on Christmas Eve December 24 is one of the most special days of the year, marking the start of Christmas and a time for family gatherings and celebrations. While it’s.. 22/12/2025

Buying or selling a home in Spain? Save yourself from costly problems with the help of the expertsMake the real estate conveyancing process simple and stress-free Murcia’s property market has never been more inviting for expats seeking quality of life, affordability and sunshine, but buying or selling your home in Murcia involves a.. 19/12/2025

The story behind the image on Spain's Christmas Lottery tickets this yearMore than just numbers, the artwork on this year’s El Gordo tickets reflects tradition, family and hope as Spain counts down to the big draw As Spain edges closer to one of the most eagerly awaited dates in the festive calendar, many people buying.. 19/12/2025

Murcia Photo of the Year 2025: Vote for your favourite!Here are the top 12 images of the year taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC) take pleasure in sharing the club’s Photo of the Year competition with the Murcia Today.. 18/12/2025

Festive cheer and friendly service at TJ Electricals CamposolPop in this Christmas season and shop local for all your electrical needs If you’re spending the festive season here in Mazarrón, you’ll be pleased to know that TJ Electricals/Euronics Camposol is on hand to keep your home running smoothly.. 17/12/2025

Christmas magic awaits at Espacio MediterráneoFather Christmas and the Three Wise Men bring holiday joy to Cartagena's favourite shopping spot Fancy a bit of Christmas sparkle right here in Cartagena? Espacio Mediterráneo, your go-to shopping centre that's open seven days a week and.. 17/12/2025

Simpa, turismofobia, smartphone... what do all the new words in Spain's official dictionary mean?The Real Academia Española (RAE) has released version 23.8.1 of the Spanish dictionary, adding 330 new words, some of which may be of particular interest to expats The Spanish Dictionary has added 330 new words, some of them you may have.. 16/12/2025

Ecocorp Solar shares festive wishes for a Happy Christmas and greener New YearHelping homes across southern Spain shine with cleaner, smarter energy this festive season Ecocorp Solar is sending warm Christmas wishes to all their clients, partners and friends as they wrap up another year of helping households across Spain embrace.. 16/12/2025

Should Brits resident in Spain still have their passports stamped at the airport? Here's the truth...Some people who shouldn't do are still getting stamps in their passports when they cross international borders as the rules around the new Entry/Exit System are not yet clear to all Confusion and consternation among British travellers about passport.. 16/12/2025

13 typical stews and casseroles in the Region of Murcia!A range of traditional one-pot dishes characterizes different areas of the Costa Cálida and Murcia Whether you want to call them stews, casseroles or hotpots, the dishes made by “throwing everything in the pot” are among the most characteristic..

The different kinds of visas to live in Spain and how to get themA guide to options for gaining residency status to live in Spain If you are not an EU citizen and want to live in Spain, you are going to need a visa. Since 2013 and up until May 2025, the ‘Golden Visa’ was a simple and popular.. 15/12/2025

No let-up in the social activities schedule over Christmas at the DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia residence for the elderly!Festive activities to promote social and emotional wellbeing for residents at DomusVI centres all over Spain Christmas means many different things to different people, but for the dedicated staff at DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia the traditional aspects and.. 14/12/2025

Merry Christmas 2025 from Car Registrations SpainDriving into the festive season with gratitude and best wishes! Car Registrations Spain would like to thank all their clients for choosing their friendly and professional vehicle import service this year. Specialising in making the switch to Spanish.. 12/12/2025

Why the end of year is the perfect time to put your funeral plans in orderEnsuring you have a funeral plan in place in Spain gives peace of mind to you and your loved ones As another year draws to a close, it's natural to reflect on what we've achieved and what still needs attention. December is when many of us.. 12/12/2025

How to spot a fake Christmas Lottery ticket before the big drawHelpful tips to make sure your El Gordo ticket is genuine ahead of 22 December As excitement builds for the 2025 Christmas Lottery draw, people across Spain are once again picking up their décimos and hoping this will be the year their number is.. 12/12/2025

My pre-New Year Resolution: Get my house in order before the end of the yearNow is the perfect time to make sure you're not paying too much for your energy bills in Spain The countdown to the new year has begun and if you're like most people, you've probably got a mental list of things you want to tackle before.. 12/12/2025

Where will you be this time next year? Picture-perfect beach life with MyMoveSpainSwap grey skies for golden sands: secure your Spanish visa and residency the easy way With winter creeping in and those grey skies closing over the UK, who hasn't caught themselves daydreaming of swapping it all for endless sunny beaches, warm Mediterranean.. 12/12/2025

Angels Nursing and Homecare wishes you a Happy Christmas 2025The team remains committed to providing personalised, dignified care across the Costa Blanca, Costa Cálida and beyond The festive season is here and Angels Nursing and Homecare is taking a moment to extend warm Christmas wishes to all their.. 11/12/2025