What would Spain look like with fewer immigrants? New report paints a stark pictureStudy warns economy, public services and population could all shrink sharply without foreign workers Spain’s long-term future could look very different if immigration levels were significantly reduced, according to a new report by the National Office.. 08/04/2026

Thousands filled the streets for Murcia's 175th Bando de la HuertaThe Bando de la Huerta is one of the main days of Murcia's Spring Festival, celebrating the region's traditions, food and agricultural heritage Murcia came out in force yesterday for the Bando de la Huerta, which this year marked its 175th.. 08/04/2026

Spain's property prices surge again as rises double the European averageA 13% jump in 2025 highlights growing pressure on buyers, with Spain now among the fastest rising markets in Europe Spain’s housing market has taken another sharp upward turn, with prices rising by 12.9% in 2025, making it the fourth largest increase.. 08/04/2026

Cartagena approves €1.6 million for new homes close to La Manga ClubThe approval covers 61 new homes across two developments, as the council works to ease planning and support a challenging property market The Cartagena city council has given the green light for 61 new homes across two developments, with a.. 07/04/2026

Semana Santa brought more visitors to Lorca than ever beforeThe spectacular biblical parades helped Lorca hotels turning away visitors Lorca The Semana Santa celebrations in Lorca, which are among the most unique and well-known in the whole of Spain, attracted more visitors than ever in 2026, according to data.. 07/04/2026

Winter storms leave Murcia with a €6 million repair bill as emergency road works beginWork has already started in Lorca, Cartagena and Jumilla on 228 kilometres of damaged road surface Emergency repair works are underway on more than 228 kilometres of state roads across the Region of Murcia after a series of storms between December.. 06/04/2026

Temperatures in Murcia up to 28 degrees this week: Weather forecast April 6-9It will be lovely, warm and sunny weather this week, ahead of a brusque change come next weekend… Murcia weather forecast, Monday April 6   This week, the Region of Murcia will enjoy sunny skies and temperatures rising up to maximums.. 06/04/2026

Los Alcázares brings down the curtain on the annual Berber Pirate Raids fiestasThe 25th edition of the Fiestas was accompanied by favourable weather and attracted tens of thousands of visitors The centre of Los Alcázares is now returning to something approaching normal after four days of street celebrations during the annual.. 06/04/2026

Murcia shatters international tourism records in early 2026Tourists are staying longer and spending more time in the Region during the first two months of 2026 Tourist numbers are getting better and better in the Region of Murcia as more people discover this corner of Spain. The Region has seen a strong.. 06/04/2026

San Javier launches year-round beach cleaning service to keep its coastline in top shapeThe service will cover around 400 bins and include night shifts in La Manga during peak summer months San Javier town council has launched a new beach cleaning service designed to keep its coastline in good condition throughout the year, covering.. 06/04/2026

San Javier presents the 2026 International Air Show on the shore of the Mar MenorA weekend of spectacular flying culminates in the main event on Sunday May 3 The 2026 International Air Show of San Javier has been officially presented by local Mayor José Miguel Luengo, Councillor Héctor Verdú and the director of.. 06/04/2026

Dangerous Cartagena road junction to be replaced with roundabout after years of accidentsRear-end and head-on collisions have continued despite previous safety measures at the notorious Campo de Cartagena junction A lethal accident blackspot on the RM-F35 road at the intersection with Camino del Sifón in the Campo de Cartagena.. 03/04/2026

Murcia's high-speed rail link goes from strength to strength as Ouigo hits 550,000 passengersThe low-cost operator has expanded its Madrid-Murcia service by 50% since its launch in late 2024 Just under two years after low-cost rail operator Ouigo launched its Madrid-Murcia service, the French-owned company has confirmed that it has carried.. 03/04/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 03/04/2026

Listeria Alert: Tora smoked salmon recalled in SpainHealth authorities are telling people with Tora smoked salmon at home not to eat it after Listeria was found Spanish food safety authorities have issued a warning after Listeria monocytogenes was found in Tora brand smoked salmon. The alert was.. 03/04/2026

Nearly 80,000 cars recalled in Spain over potential fire riskPeugeot, Citroën, Opel, Fiat and several other brands are affected and the fault covers models built between 2023 and 2026 Owners of certain Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Opel, Vauxhall, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, Jeep and Fiat vehicles in.. 03/04/2026

Warmer spring weather means the mosquitoes are back in the Region of MurciaMurcia town councils are out in force, treating public areas as a preventative measure and advising how some simple steps at home can help The sun is finally shining and spring is in the air but that usually means mosquitoes are starting to appear.. 03/04/2026

Your flight rights explained as Middle East fuel crisis triggers cancellations in Spain and across EuropeSpanish airline Volotea has already axed dozens of routes because of rising fuel costs and more are likely to follow The fallout from the Middle East conflict is starting to affect flights that have nothing to do with the war itself. While cancellations.. 03/04/2026

The cost of renting continues to rise in Murcia and is now higher than buying in some areasFour towns have now passed nine euros per square metre, with La Manga reaching over ten The latest figures from Idealista show that, on average, rents in the region went up by 9% in February compared with last year, reaching €9.10 per square.. 03/04/2026

Seve Ballesteros' 18-hole golf course in Murcia set to reopen after nearly a decadeLa Peraleja golf course is preparing to welcome players again this summer, with bookings expected to open towards the end of June A golf course in the Region of Murcia that many people had written off is now getting ready to reopen, with plans.. 03/04/2026