MURCIA LIFESTYLE

Why are smoke alarms still so rare in Spanish homes?A simple €15 device could cut the number of fire deaths in the country Personal security is front and centre in many Spanish homes, with bars on windows guarding against break-ins. Yet fire safety, something as straightforward as a smoke alarm, often..

Mar Menor caldero burger divides opinion at Murcia's FBI restaurantChef Fran Guerrero's prawn and rice creation sparks 'masterpiece or abomination' debate Have you heard about the latest burger causing a buzz in Murcia? At FBI (Freak Burger International) restaurant, chef Fran Guerrero has taken his bold.. 27/02/2026

Reveal your best skin with the Hydra Pen Facial at The Salon CamposolRefresh, rejuvenate and restore your glow with the latest in advanced skin care   If you’ve ever wished your skin could look a little fresher, a little smoother, and a lot more radiant, you’ll want to hear about The Salon Camposol.. 27/02/2026

Murcia families lean on electricity voucher as bills hit €85 a monthOver 71,000 households now benefit from the social bonus amid rising energy costs If your electricity bills are feeling the pinch in Murcia, you are not alone. New figures show the Social Electricity Bonus is helping more than 71,000 households here keep.. 27/02/2026

Living better starts here: Altaona, Europe's first residential longevity concept in Murcia These are the different options for wellbeing and longevity at Altaona’s various property types Imagine waking up to silence, light and open space, with Murcia city centre just ten minutes away and the Mediterranean coast within twenty. For.. 26/02/2026

Step into comfort with Clínica ImpulsoSimple podiatrist-approved tips to keep your feet happy, healthy and pain-free We all depend on our feet every single day, yet they’re often the part of our body we forget to look after. At Clínica Impulso in Mazarrón, the team of.. 26/02/2026

Campervans are taking over Murcia's shopping centre car parksThe campervan debate divides opinion everywhere in Spain, but in Murcia it's becoming impossible to ignore What was once a straightforward place to leave your car at Murcia's Thader shopping centre has transformed into something resembling.. 25/02/2026

Cartagena car tax jumps from €32 to €144 for some driversBiggest hikes hit hybrid and electric owners in latest IVTM update If you've got your vehicle tax bill through in Cartagena, you might have spotted a nasty surprise. Some drivers are facing increases of up to 344%, with one example jumping from &euro.. 24/02/2026

Café Bar Yemanjá set to reopen for the season from this date!After a winter break, Cabo de Palos’s favourite bar is reopening for the spring and summer season from this March Café Bar Yemanjá in Cabo de Palos will reopen its doors on Saturday March 14, welcoming customers from 10am to 4pm.. 24/02/2026

Ride into spring with Plaza Movilidad and Flamingo Holiday FunExplore the Costa Cálida your way with new bike and e-bike rentals There’s a new way to see the Costa Cálida this spring! From March 1, Plaza Movilidad has teamed up with Flamingo Holiday Fun to launch an exciting new bike and.. 24/02/2026

Ikea planning store in Cartagena is closing its doorsCompact design space in Espacio Mediterráneo to shut in March Ikea is closing its small planning store in the Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre in Cartagena next month. Opened in 2022, this 75-square-metre outlet on the first floor was.. 24/02/2026

Try your luck with Espacio Mediterráneo's new 'Scratch off an Extra' promoA fun digital game, instant prizes and the chance to win a €100 Carrefour gift card every month If you love a good surprise (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t), Espacio Mediterráneo in Cartagena has just launched something that.. 24/02/2026

Do you have assets outside Spain? You may need to file modelo 720 before March 31LS Solicitors outline what Spanish tax residents need to know about declaring property, savings and investments abroad If you are resident in Spain and hold assets in another country, the Assets Abroad Declaration, also known as modelo or Form 720.. 24/02/2026

Love was in the air at Caser Residencial's International Units this Valentine's DayResidents of the International Units celebrated with a special meal, heartfelt letters and shared memories   This Valentine’s Day was marked with warmth and affection at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel in Murcia and Caser Residencial.. 24/02/2026

Cartagena Port gets high-tech X-ray van for cruise passenger checksElectric vehicle boosts security and sustainability with sharper scans and zero emissions Cartagena Port Authority is gearing up with a new electric van fitted with cutting-edge X-ray tech to scan cruise passengers' luggage more efficiently and securely.. 23/02/2026

Prado masterpieces hit Murcia's streets this summerSan Javier and three other towns to host travelling exhibition of 50 iconic works San Javier is gearing up for a cultural treat, with the Region of Murcia and Iberdrola Foundation signing a deal to bring the "Prado in the Streets" exhibition.. 20/02/2026

Spain's minimum wage keeps rising - so why aren’t most salaries keeping up?Experts say recent hikes mainly lift the lowest earners while average pay still lags behind Europe When Spain signed off the latest minimum wage rise to €1,221 a month earlier this week, it was sold as another boost for the country’s lowest.. 20/02/2026

PHOTO GALLERY: Carnival celebrations bring colour and joy to Caser ResidencialResidents and staff came together for a vibrant, memory-filled Carnival celebration recently   Carnival 2026 has been celebrated in style at Caser Residencial, with a lively party full of colour, joy and festive spirit.   Residents.. 20/02/2026

Discover the Mar Menor's five secret volcanic islandsThese protected treasures offer history, wildlife and whispers of the past, but you’ll need a boat to reach them Tucked inside the calm, salty waters of Murcia’s Mar Menor lagoon, five volcanic islands sit like time capsules from the Pliocene epoch..

Terra Natura Murcia says goodbye to Fabila, the brown bear who became a park legendThe 34 year old female, one of the zoo’s best loved residents, helped raise awareness of endangered brown bears in Spain   Visitors and staff at Terra Natura Murcia are mourning the loss of one of the park’s most recognisable animals.. 19/02/2026