Spain launches €60 monthly travel pass for unlimited rail and bus journeys
The new flat-rate ticket will cover commuter trains and state buses across Spain from mid-January Spain is about to introduce a nationwide travel pass that will allow unlimited..

Spain fines Airbnb €64 million for advertising illegal rentals, and a big chunk of them are in Murcia
Spain’s consumer watchdog found more than 65,000 unlicensed properties on the website, 2,709 of which are in the Region of Murcia It would appear that Airbnb, the leading..

Murcia top winter spot for UK, German and Dutch travellers
According to data released by Jetcost, British, German, and Dutch travellers are keeping Murcia at the top of their search lists this winter British tourists are once..

Judge rules health service must pay up over manhood surgery surprise
Murcia patient awarded €20,000 for inadequate details on Peyronie's procedure A Murcia court has ruled that the Murcian Health Service must pay a patient €20,000 because..

Spain moves to curb ultra-processed foods far beyond schools and hospitals
New rules would extend healthy eating standards to universities, museums and other public spaces Spain’s push to reduce the country’s reliance on ultra-processed food is..

Half of Murcia homes still face winter without heating
Idealista study reveals big regional gaps as Spain’s climate becomes less predictable Almost half of all homes in the Region of Murcia have no heating at all, despite increasingly..

Fuel prices in Spain drop just in time for the holidays
Diesel has fallen to €1.421 per litre and petrol has reached €1.470 in pumps across Spain Fuel prices have continued their downward slide this week, dropping by as..

Murcia records its three warmest years since records began
2025 is set to match 2023 as the second-warmest year on record, while 2024 remains the hottest ever recorded We all love the Mediterranean climate in Spain. It’s one..

Second patient comes forward in Murcia surgeon rape case as investigation widens
Policía Nacional confirm a new complaint while the accused remains in prison and detectives examine whether there may be further victims A second woman has now filed a complaint..

Buying or selling a home in Spain? Save yourself from costly problems with the help of the experts
Make the real estate conveyancing process simple and stress-free Murcia’s property market has never been more inviting for expats seeking quality of life, affordability..

Expert cosmetic surgery consultations available this Saturday in Camposol
Dr Carlos Martínez Alfaro will offer personalised first assessments at Instituto Dermoestético by CAME on December 20 With the festive season in full swing, there's still..

The story behind the image on Spain's Christmas Lottery tickets this year
More than just numbers, the artwork on this year’s El Gordo tickets reflects tradition, family and hope as Spain counts down to the big draw As Spain edges closer to one..

Christmas gatherings could drive flu cases in Spain even higher, warn experts
With schools across Spain about to close, flu is expected to increase among older people Flu infections are continuing to climb across the country, although the rate of..

Biogas plant plans in El Mirador continue despite local opposition
The San Javier biomethane project has been revised to exclude the use of pig slurry Plans to build a biomethane plant in the village of El Mirador are continuing to move..

Vaccination urged as key defence against illness in Murcia
Health officials and pharmacists reinforce the importance of immunisation following recent rise in flu cases As seasonal illnesses continue to circulate, Murcia’s Ministry..

Murcia weekend weather forecast December 18-21: More rain on the way
A fresh downpour this Saturday and Sunday will set us up for another wet week to come Murcia weather forecast, afternoon of Sunday December 21   After a week of torrential..

Government pumps another €20 million into the Mar Menor
The new €20 million package will allow eight towns to upgrade sewage systems and support ongoing efforts to restore the Mar Menor The Spanish government is stepping up..

Hugo's Home Farm hosts festive Christmas party to raise funds for animal rescue
Nine days of family fun with alpaca photos, bouncy castle and elf hunt in Murcia Hugo's Home Farm in Sangonera La Verde is throwing open its gates for a special Christmas..

Murcia Photo of the Year 2025: Vote for your favourite!
Here are the top 12 images of the year taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC) take pleasure in sharing the..

How much do you really get if you win El Gordo this Christmas?
A closer look at what Spain’s famous Christmas Lottery actually pays out once tax is deducted As excitement builds ahead of Spain’s Christmas Lottery draw, many people..

CHANGE OF DATE - December 28 The traditional Christmas swim in Los Alcázares!
The annual dip in the Mar Menor has been put back 7 days due to recent heavy rain One of the most eagerly awaited festive events in Los Alcázares, the Christmas dip in the..

Surgeon denies raping sedated patient as case shocks Murcia
Plastic surgery specialist remains in prison while defence claims video is misleading and clothing made assault impossible A plastic surgeon accused of sexually assaulting..

No, the Spanish tax office will not monitor your personal Bizum payments in 2026
Both the Tax Agency and Bizum have dismissed social media claims that everyday transfers will be monitored from January A bit of panic has been sweeping across Spanish..

Local frustration as Cartagena and La Manga hit by public transport cuts
The direct bus between Cartagena and La Manga is being removed, night services cut, and schedules reduced, making travel longer and less convenient for residents In La..