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From June 26 Torrevieja Pride returns with 9 days of celebrationsThe celebrations will run until Saturday July 4 with events promoting diversity and inclusion Torrevieja is preparing for nine days of Pride celebrations with a programme of cultural events, talks, performances and community activities taking place.. 24/06/2026

Pilar de la Horadada beach reopens after brief fecal contamination closurePuerto beach in Pilar de la Horadada was closed for around 24 hours after water tests flagged contamination levels twice the legal limit The good news for anyone heading to the Puerto beach in Pilar de la Horadada today is that it is open again. The bathing.. 24/06/2026

Spain announces biggest shake-up of its elderly care system in nearly two decadesFunding is set to double by 2027, waiting lists should shrink, and new services will help dependent people stay in their own homes for longer If you have an elderly relative in Spain, or are quietly thinking ahead to your own future care needs, this week.. 24/06/2026

Bonfires, heatwaves and safety drones: how Spain is celebrating Noche de San Juan tonightSecurity measures are being stepped up across the country as a heatwave makes this one of the most closely watched San Juan nights in years Tonight, Tuesday June 23, millions of people across Spain will head to the beach to do something wonderfully simple.. 23/06/2026

When to water your plants during a Spanish heat wave, and why getting it wrong wastes more than just waterTiming makes all the difference between a garden that gets through the hottest days and one that wilts within them If you have a garden, terrace or even just a collection of pots, the arrival of a heat wave is the moment when your watering habits really.. 23/06/2026

Millions in Spain exposed to air pollution above new EU limitsReport finds 33 million people exposed to air pollution, which is the leading environmental cause of premature death in Spain Around 33 million people in Spain, roughly two out of every three residents, were exposed in 2025 to air pollution levels.. 23/06/2026

Alicante San Juan festival supermarket opening hours: What's open on June 23 and 24Many stores across the Costa Blanca will open as normal on June 23 before closing for the regional holiday on June 24 Anyone planning a supermarket run during Alicante's San Juan celebrations may want to check opening times before setting off. &.. 23/06/2026

The summer sales are here: how to make the most of the discounts without blowing your budgetWith reductions of up to 50% already landing and some stores starting as early as Thursday June 25, here is how to shop smartly this season The summer sales have arrived in Spain, and for households feeling the pinch of rising prices, they are a genuine.. 23/06/2026

Getting a text or email about an unpaid fine? It could be a scam targeting Spanish drivers The DGT has issued a warning about a phishing fraud in which fake traffic penalties are being sent to drivers by email and SMS If you have received a message telling you that an unpaid traffic fine has doubled because you missed the payment deadline.. 22/06/2026

Santa Pola wildfire brought under control after breaking out near Rio SafariFire crews from across Alicante were deployed as flames threatened the salt flats A fire that broke out in reedbeds near Rio Safari in Santa Pola, Alicante has now been fully extinguished after a major emergency response involving firefighters, helicopters.. 22/06/2026

Alicante police revive unconscious German tourist after medical emergency on busThe 64-year-old stopped breathing and had no pulse before Costa Blanca officers used a defibrillator and CPR to revive him A German tourist is recovering after police officers and paramedics helped save his life when he suffered a medical emergency.. 22/06/2026

Four Torrevieja beaches will host San Juan bonfires under heavy securityAuthorities are preparing for large crowds on June 23 as residents and visitors gather to welcome summer by the sea One of the Costa Blanca's most popular summer traditions is set to return this week as Torrevieja prepares to celebrate Noche de.. 22/06/2026

Over-52s on unemployment benefits in Spain are three times less likely to find work than other jobseekersA Bank of Spain study reveals how the design of the benefit itself may be discouraging people from returning to employment If in your 50s and receiving unemployment benefit in Spain, the chances of finding work are significantly lower than for other unemployed.. 22/06/2026

Saharan dust and high temperatures linger: Alicante weather forecast June 22-25Hot days, warm nights and dusty skies dominate the weather forecast this week in the Alicante Province After a very hot weekend with weather alerts in place for the heat, it looks like the high temperatures are here to stay for now. The Saharan.. 22/06/2026

Remember when a coffee cost less than a euro? Here is how much everyday prices have changed in SpainFrom the menú del día to a trip to the cinema, the numbers tell a striking story about the rising cost of daily life If you have been living in Spain for more than a decade, you will probably have a nagging sense that things cost a lot more.. 22/06/2026

EU backs free cabin luggage allowance for passengers flying from SpainPassengers could gain new baggage rights, simpler compensation claims and stronger protections for families Holidaymakers and expats flying to and from Spain could soon avoid one of the most frustrating extra charges added by budget airlines after.. 19/06/2026

Summer begins in Spain with the 2026 solstice this weekendA brand new season will begin this Sunday June 21 with the longest day of the year Summer is almost here and right now Spain is gearing up for the longest day of the year. The 2026 summer solstice will take place on Sunday June 21 at 9.24am Spanish.. 19/06/2026

What will Spain look like in 50 years? Smaller households, an older population and a lot more migrationNew official projections from the National Statistics Institute paint a fascinating picture of life in Spain by 2076, and the changes are striking Ever wondered what Spain might look like decades from now? The National Statistics Institute (INE) has just.. 19/06/2026

Surprise cricket pitch planned for Orihuela Costa sparks massive debateA 28,000m² plot in Playa Flamenca is being turned into what could become one of Europe’s largest cricket facilities Artistic representation of the wroks in Playa Flamenca   A new sports project in Orihuela Costa has caught locals.. 19/06/2026

Get your bar or restaurant ready for Spain's busiest season with TaberioThe all-in-one hospitality platform helps businesses manage orders, kitchens, menus, accounting and multilingual customers from a single system As anyone working in hospitality in Spain knows only too well, summer can be both the most profitable and.. 19/06/2026