MURCIA REGION

Murcia urgently needs blood donors as reserves run critically low ahead of World Blood Donor DayThe Region is launching two weeks of special blood drives from today, with O negative at a critical level and supplies of B negative enough for just two to three days If you have ever thought about giving blood but kept putting it off, now really is the.. 11/06/2026

How much do you need to earn to be happy in Spain? Someone has actually worked it outA new study puts a surprisingly specific number on financial contentment, and the average Spaniard is still a long way short of it We all know money cannot buy happiness. But most of us would quietly admit that having enough of it makes life considerably.. 11/06/2026

South-facing corner boulevard apartment for sale on Mar Menor Golf Resort for just €179,950Simply Spanish Homes presents this show-stopping 3-bedroom property in a prime location on Mar Menor Boulevard     Simply Spanish Homes is delighted to exclusively represent this beautifully positioned 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner.. 11/06/2026

Murcia hotel revenues fall despite rise in tourist numbersRevPAR falls 7.2% on the Costa Cálida in the first four months of the year, placing the region among the worst performers in Spain despite rising visitor numbers Average room revenue across hotels on the Costa Cálida has fallen by.. 11/06/2026

25-year-old swimmer dies after hitting rocks at a beach in MazarrónTwo British holidaymakers raised the alarm at around 4:00pm after witnessing the incident and calling Spain's emergency number 112 A young man was found unconscious and was pulled from the water at Percheles beach, in Cañada de.. 11/06/2026

June 15 to July 15 Daily arts and crafts market in La MangaThe Plaza Bohemia is the hub of evening life in La Manga during the summer One of the most popular features of the summer in La Manga del Mar Menor springs into life on 15th June, when 30 stalls and stands at the Plaza Bohemia arts and crafts market open for..

Murcia weekend weather forecast June 11-14: Hot and sunny spell continuesSummery conditions continue to dominate in the Region this week, with warm temperatures, largely clear skies and only a very slight chance of rain Minimum and maximum temperatures in Murcia, Sunday June 14   The settled summer weather.. 11/06/2026

WhatsApp tricks most people don't know aboutFrom locking your chats to sending messages without saving a number, these simple tips will make the app work better for you Most of us use WhatsApp every day without ever really exploring what it can do. Whether you want to protect your privacy, keep.. 11/06/2026

Ever fancied owning a castle? One's just gone up for sale near CartagenaPerín Castle comes with sea views, 83,000 square metres of grounds and an asking price of €2.4 million Right, who's got €2.4 million spare and fancies becoming a castle owner? Because Perín Castle, one of the more unexpected.. 11/06/2026

Murcia today: more people, more jobs and a younger population than almost anywhere else in SpainA major new study spanning 50 years reveals how dramatically the region has changed, though some challenges remain If you have lived in Murcia for any length of time, you will have noticed it feels busier than it used to. More housing, more traffic.. 10/06/2026

For the first time in years Madrid is sending more tourists to Murcia than AlicanteAround 283,000 domestic visitors came to the Region of Murcia in April but they're staying for shorter periods than before Madrid has overtaken Alicante as the biggest source of domestic tourists to the Region of Murcia, ending a five-year run.. 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 'express' rental market grows as apartments disappear in 24 hoursOne in six rental homes across Spain is now being let within a day, according to new data from Idealista One in six rental properties in Spain is being snapped up in under 24 hours, with 'express' listings really taking off in Barcelona.. 10/06/2026

How healthy are the people of Murcia really? A new survey has some surprising answersFrom gym habits and sleep quality to medication worries and climate anxiety, a major self-care study paints a fascinating picture of life in the region Most people in Murcia think of themselves as reasonably healthy, and on paper at least, the numbers.. 10/06/2026

Why more and more homeowners in southern Spain are going solar with Ecocorp The company's brand new Antas showroom is open and it's already changing the way people think about solar energy If you've been thinking about making the switch to solar energy but weren't quite sure where to start, Ecocorp Solar.. 10/06/2026

La Manga businesses expect a busy summer despite global uncertaintyLocal tourism operators say bookings are performing well but say beach management, seasonal facilities and lifeguard cover still need to be improved La Manga businesses are expecting a busy summer ahead, with visitor numbers forecast to be similar.. 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

June 11 to 14 Fiestas in the Alhama de Murcia village of El CañaricoMusic, merriment and plenty of food in honour of San Antonio de Pádua The village of El Cañarico, which lies at the foot of the Sierra de Carrascoy on the RM-603 road leading to Murcia from Mazarrón, is holding its annual fiestas in honour..

Region of Murcia prepares €80 million mega-contract to tackle forest firesRegional government launches tender for a five-year contract covering wildfire prevention, surveillance and firefighting as summer temperatures arrive early After temperatures reached 39°C and an early-season wildfire threatened homes and destroyed.. 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