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Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across SpainA new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist apartments has not increased the supply of permanent rental homes across Spain, according to a new study from Idealista. The figures show.. 29/04/2026
New direct Valencia flight to 'magical' European city confirmed for 2026Wizz Air says Valencia has “extraordinary growth potential” as it expands Italian connections Valencia will have a new direct flight to the Italian city of Turin from 2026 as Wizz Air rolls out a major expansion plan alongside the Visit.. 29/04/2026
May 9-10 Europe Day celebrations in TorreviejaThe free event at the International Auditorium is one of the highlights of Torrevieja's social calendar Torrevieja is pulling out all the stops for Europe Day this year, with a free gala at the International Auditorium on Saturday May 9 that&#.. 29/04/2026
July 16-August 23 Cirque du Soleil returns to AlicanteThe Big Top is back on San Juan Beach in Alicante this summer Cirque du Soleil is coming back to Alicante this summer and this time around it's bringing KURIOS, Cabinet of Curiosities, a show that has wowed more than six million people across.. 29/04/2026
Segura River water reserves in Murcia hit their best level since 2013While the rest of Spain sees reservoir levels dipping, the Segura basin is heading in the opposite direction Water reserves in the Segura River basin reservoirs are continuing to recover, with levels now sitting at just above 58% of capacity and rising.. 29/04/2026
New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the marketSpainora helps expats navigate Spain’s fast-changing new-build market and find the right property with confidence Spain’s housing debate is usually dominated by talk of shortages, rising prices and the growing difficulty many people face.. 29/04/2026
Spain's mandatory V16 beacon is being ignored in 83% of breakdownsEight out of ten breakdowns in Spain happen without the device that's been compulsory since January Possibly the most controversial piece of motoring kit the Spanish authorities have ever introduced, the V16 emergency lights are still causing.. 28/04/2026
Doctors' strike returns across Spain with cancelled appointments and falling turnoutFresh wave of industrial action highlights ongoing dispute as patients face further disruption Thousands of appointments have once again been cancelled across Spain as doctors began a new round of strike action on Monday April 27, in an ongoing dispute.. 28/04/2026
Alicante pharmacies hit by paracetamol and ibuprofen shortages linked to Iran conflictSupplies across the Valencian Community are largely stable but several well-known brands are out of stock Shortages of paracetamol and ibuprofen have been confirmed across Alicante province, with the ongoing conflict in Iran and the closure of the.. 28/04/2026
Spain's wage tax burden rises further after the pandemicThe tax wedge has climbed since 2019, although Spain still sits below Germany, France and Italy Spain has seen the biggest increase in wage tax pressure among Europe’s largest economies since the pandemic. The latest OECD report shows that the share.. 28/04/2026
Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rulesThe Spain-wide regulations stipulate that terraces can stay open if bars have cooling systems in place If you've ever tried to grab a drink on a bar terrace during a Spanish heatwave, you'll know it's not always the most comfortable experience.. 28/04/2026
Ryanair set to shrink in Spain for the first time ever with more winter cuts on the wayThe Irish airline says it's growing everywhere but Spain and things could get worse if the Iran conflict continues to hit fuel prices Ryanair has fired another shot at Spanish airport operator Aena, warning that 2027 will be the first year.. 28/04/2026
Torrevieja is upgrading three of its busiest beachesA €385,000 tender has been approved for improvement works at Cala Piteras, Playa del Cura and Cabo Cervera Torrevieja City Council has approved a €385,000 tender for improvement works at three of its most visited beaches, with Cala Piteras.. 27/04/2026
Alicante Airport is getting a fast-track lane just in time for the summer rushThe priority security service is expected to launch at the Costa Blanca hub in June ahead of the busiest months of the year Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is introducing a fast-track security lane ahead of this summer, giving passengers.. 27/04/2026
Spain and Ireland move forward with plans for major 'electricity highway' beneath the AtlanticThe project would allow surplus Spanish solar power to flow north and Irish wind power to flow south Spain and Ireland are looking into a major new undersea electricity cable across the Atlantic, in what could become one of Europe's most ambitious.. 27/04/2026
Spain moves to ease airport queues as new EU border system causes delaysOperational tweaks introduced as British travellers face long waits at passport control Passengers arriving in Spain, particularly from the UK, have been facing lengthy delays at passport control following the rollout of the EU’s new Entry/Exit.. 27/04/2026
Orihuela Costa house fire kills homeowner and leaves English couple seriously injuredThe fire started in the kitchen of a detached home on Calle Liberiades late on Saturday night An elderly woman has died and three other people were taken to hospital after a fire broke out at a detached house on Calle Liberiades in Orihuela Costa.. 27/04/2026
A bright start with thunderstorms possible later in the week: Alicante weather April 27-30Clearer skies and mild temperatures return, but showers and thunderstorms are possible by midweek After a cool and rainy weekend, we can look forward to brighter weather this week. Sunshine will return at the start of the week, with mild temperatures.. 27/04/2026
Thinking of installing air con in Spain? Why you may need permission firstHorizontal Property Law rules mean you cannot always place units where you like in shared buildings As temperatures rise across Spain, many homeowners start thinking about installing air conditioning. But in apartment blocks and urbanisations, it is not.. 27/04/2026
Could Spain follow the UK and ban smoking for an entire generation?The UK's landmark lifetime tobacco ban has put the spotlight on how far Spain still has to go The UK made history this week when its Parliament passed a law banning anyone born after December 31, 2008 from ever buying tobacco. Once formally approved.. 27/04/2026
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