• Online mailbox for neighbours to report illegal tourist rentals

    The Junta de Andalucia is looking for help to seek out and report illegal tourist apartments, which are not on the register. To this end, it has opened an online mailbox, which is already up and running. This online mailbox will work in such a way that it will send you to an email, in […]

  • EasyJet: Eurovision party flight

    As Eurovision’s official partner, easyJet has boosted the excitement with an airborne party for UK superfans, ready for this weekend’s musical extravaganza in Malmo, Sweden. On Tuesday, May 7, the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 will host its first semi-final and the second semi-final on Thursday, May 9, in preparation for the Grand Final held on […]

  • Restoring Orihuela’s baroque organ to its majestic splendour

    The restoration of the organ at the Cathedral of El Salvador and Santa María de Orihuela is nearing completion. The news comes nearly a year after the extensive restoration efforts began on this baroque masterpiece, which had seen little attention beyond tunings and minor repairs for over a century. According to José Antonio Gea, dean […]

  • Most Popular Baby Names in Germany

    In a recent report from the Society for German Language, Sophia emerged as the most popular name for girls, with Emilia coming in at a close second. Noah is continuing its reign as the most popular name for boys. The list of names favoured by German parents remains steady, with names like Emma, Mia, Hannah, […]

  • Green light for pools this summer

    Swimming pools will be able to be filled this summer. The spokesman of the Andalucian Government has finally pronounced the words that the residents of the Costa del Sol have been waiting to hear for months. Minister for Sustainability, Ramón Fernández-Pacheco of the Junta de Andalucia announced on Tuesday May 7 that, “The filling of […]

  • Guided tours of Duquesa Castle

    Manilva Councillor for Culture, Fina Gómez, is going to resume the guide service to visit the archaeological site of the Castillo de la Duquesa. The guided tours will be available in Spanish, English and French. Archaeological work at the Castillo de la Duquesa began in 1987 as a result of construction nearby. Built in 1767 […]

  • News in Brief - Costa Blanca North

    La Creueta Alfas del Pi held its traditional Creueta festival on May 3-5, connecting residents and visitors to mark the 135th anniversary of the placement of the cross. Music performances, craft workshops and paella were enjoyed by hundreds of attendees. Cycling Day Benidorm celebrated Bicycle Day for All on May 5, organized by the local […]

  • Padel, soccer and golf come together

    Two big sporting events are coming to Marbella. Starting with in the third edition of World Padel Soccer, which will be held from June 3 to 5 at the Los Granados Club, Marbella will once again bring together great football legends including Fernando Sanz, Vicente Valcarce and Milinko Pantic, among a total of 28 players. […]

  • Spanish ministers visit concentration camp

    Three Spanish Government Ministers, Pablo Bustinduy, Fernando Martínez and Ángel Víctor Torres travelled to the former Nazi concentration camp of Mauthausen, in Austria. Spain pays tribute Their purpose on May 5 and 6 was to pay tribute to the 9,300 Spaniards who were consigned to various camps, although the largest number, almost 7,000 ended up […]

  • Antonio and the Giant Paella

    After almost a week of heavy rainfall, the sun finally emerged on Saturday, May 4 as if it wanted to join the community of L’Alfaz del Pi. This was the day that the Asociación Voluntariado Social (Food Bank) spearheaded by their president Antonio Viso, as well as the many volunteers, converted the quiet town into […]

  • Albox: Historical trading hub of Almeria

    Albox, nestled in the Almanzora river basin, offers a striking landscape contrast with its lush stream-fed gardens whist surrounded by its rugged hills and almond groves. The town has flourished as a commercial hub since the 19th century, evidenced by its elegant houses and well-maintained appearance. The Parish church stands as its most significant structure, […]

  • Public pool reopened in Calpe

    The municipal swimming pool in Calpe was reopened on May 5, welcoming visitors to start their summer season with free swimming facilities. The pool was shut down in December due to the termination of the contract with the concessionaire and was now finally brought back, opening from 8am until 2pm, with lifeguard and administration service. […]