ANDALUCIA NEWS

VIDEO: Seville locals outraged at tourist conga dance in historic fountainAnti-tourism sentiment is running high after the disrespectful incident in the Andalucía capital   Y nos seguirán vendiendo la moto de que en Sevilla tenemos un turismo de calidad. No son turistas, son bárbaros que no tienen.. 26/06/2025

Andalucía weekend weather forecast June 26-29: Highs over 40ºC inland and strong Levante winds in the StraitVery hot and sunny inland with some coastal mist and some strong breezes around the coast The final weekend of June will be a scorcher for much of Andalucía, especially inland, where temperatures will climb well over 40ºC in some areas. While.. 26/06/2025

20 flights cancelled across Spain on first day of easyJet strikeCabin crew are threatening to continue the strike through August if their demands aren’t met Budget airline easyJet cancelled 20 flights across Spain before 3pm on Wednesday June 25, the first day of a three-day strike called by the airline&.. 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

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.. 25/06/2025

Five members of Norwegian family saved from drowning on Costa del SolIncredibly, all five family members were pulled to safety at a Fuengirola beach Five members of the same Norwegian family were rescued from the sea at Torreblanca beach in Fuengirola on Monday morning, June 23, after struggling to get out of the water.. 24/06/2025

Foreign swimmer, 38, drowns on Cadiz beachThe young man was found floating face-down in the water by another beachgoer The summer has barely begun and it’s already proving to be one of the deadliest Spain has ever experienced for water-related deaths. A popular beach in Cadiz is the.. 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

Major changes coming to motorcycle licensing in Spain this JulyFrom July 1, new regulations will tighten safety requirements and increase practical training for Spain's most advanced motorcycle licence Significant updates are coming to Spain’s motorcycle licensing system this summer, particularly for.. 24/06/2025

Police remove tape at Benalmádena hotel after days of confusionThe Vivemar Hotel has reopened to guests, despite its pending regional registration and ongoing investigations   This Monday June 23, Local Police lifted the seal on the four star Vivemar Hotel in Benalmádena, reopening its usual entrances.. 24/06/2025

Andalucía weekly weather forecast June 23–26: Hot inland with scattered showers and dusty skiesA mix of heat, light winds and some midweek cloud cover inland   The week ahead in Andalucía will be dominated by high temperatures, particularly inland, with parts of the region once again under weather warnings. While much of the region.. 23/06/2025

Spain's opening heatwave of 2025 claims its first victimThe victim succumbed to heatstroke as temperatures in Andalucía soared past 40ºC The June 2025 heatwave in Spain has sadly claimed its first victim in Andalucía: a 58-year-old man who developed heatstroke in the municipality of.. 23/06/2025

Noche de San Juan: Spain's fiery night of beach bonfires, magic and meaning, celebrated every year in JuneThe firsta of San Juan is a magical mix of bonfires, beach parties and centuries-old traditions that light up the start of summer   Imagine this: the beach at night, bonfires glowing, music pumping, people laughing, jumping over flames or..

Two dogs found drowned and tied to concrete block in Cádiz riverA local teenager made the shocking discovery in Barbate and a police investigation is now underway A police investigation has been launched in the town of Barbate, Cádiz, after the bodies of two dogs were found submerged in the river, tied to a.. 20/06/2025

Andalusians spend 8% less on summer holidays this year while foreign visitor spending risesA new survey shows that Spaniards in the south as spending less while overseas tourism spending soars, highlighting the gap between local income and cost of living   With summer just around the corner, a new survey from Cetelem Observatory, the consumer..

Not without my dog: New guide highlights best pet-friendly getaways in SpainRover.com launches updated travel guide for holidaying with pets this summer With the summer holidays on the horizon, many dog owners across Spain are once again faced with the same challenge: finding places to stay that will welcome their four-legged.. 19/06/2025

Summer solstice 2025: This Saturday is the longest day of the year as summer starts in SpainSaturday June 21 marks the start of astronomical summer in the northern hemisphere, and in Spain marks the day with the most daylight hours of the year This Saturday June 21 is the summer solstice, the moment when the sun reaches its highest point.. 19/06/2025

Daily traffic jams to get to Málaga AirportCalls are growing louder for long-overdue infrastructure improvements as the usual summer congestion begins It has been nearly 20 years since the idea of a northern access road to Málaga Airport was first floated, yet as another busy summer travel.. 19/06/2025

Spain urged to adapt as drought pressures growA new OECD report says water scarcity is now a structural crisis in Spain, and not enough is being done to prepare for the effects...   Drought is no longer just a short-term problem in Spain. It is now a long-lasting threat to the country&rsquo.. 18/06/2025