ALICANTE NEWS

Six planets are lining up in the Spanish sky this February 28The best views in Spain will be an hour after sunset, according to NASA The universe is handing us a rare treat this Saturday February 28 when six planets will be visible together in the night sky, forming a sweeping arc from horizon to horizon in what..

Why are smoke alarms still so rare in Spanish homes?A simple €15 device could cut the number of fire deaths in the country Personal security is front and centre in many Spanish homes, with bars on windows guarding against break-ins. Yet fire safety, something as straightforward as a smoke alarm, often..

Spain's cars now average 14.6 years old, putting safety at riskExperts warn older vehicles double fatality risk without modern ADAS systems If you are driving an older car in Spain, you might want to think about that next ITV (Spain’s equivalent of an MOT). New figures show the average age of vehicles here.. 27/02/2026

New weather radar will deliver earlier and more accurate storm warnings across the Region of MurciaState of the art dual technology will improve accuracy in detecting rain, hail and snow in Murcia and Alicante A new weather radar operated by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) is due to become operational in early March at Sierra de la Pila.. 27/02/2026

Torrevieja's clucking nuisance: The battle to clear the streets of chickensAn avian flu alert is fowling up plans to rehome hundreds of feral birds roaming the Costa Blanca city Not to put too fine a point on it, but Torrevieja has a chicken problem. Hundreds of feral roosters, hens and chicks have made themselves at home.. 26/02/2026

Iberia introduces new baggage surcharge of up to €140 for irregular itemsAirline says passengers could face extra fees on top of standard luggage charges depending on route and destination Passengers flying with Iberia, to and from Spain, are being warned about a new surcharge that could add as much as €140 to the cost.. 26/02/2026

Sunny start before cloud and showers return: Alicante weekend forecast for February 26-March 1Clear skies and mild temperatures kick things off before cloud thickens and rain moves in as the weekend progresses Sunny, bright days and mild temperatures continue, but it won't be all sunshine over the weekend as some unsettled weather is.. 26/02/2026

Huge €868 million boost confirmed for Alicante Airport expansionA major overhaul to the terminal and other facilities planned at the Costa Blanca gateway Big changes are on the way for Alicante Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, with airport operator Aena confirming it will pour €868 million into the.. 26/02/2026

Ouigo launches €9 train tickets across Spain for summer and autumn travelPassengers can snap up cheap tickets on routes linking Alicante, Madrid, Murcia and more If you have been thinking about a city break in Spain but keeping one eye on your budget, you might just be in luck.   Low cost rail operator Ouigo.. 26/02/2026

British duo arrested in Benidorm over fake kidnapping plot to net €830Specialist officers were brought in from Madrid before the authorities realised it was an elaborate scam Two British tourists have been arrested in Benidorm after allegedly staging a bizarre fake kidnapping and demanding an €830 (£725).. 26/02/2026

Costa Blanca house prices soar as Benidorm and Torrevieja push affordability to the limitA new report lays bare the growing affordability gap on Spain's Costa Blanca, where tourist towns are pricing out everyday buyers Buying a home on the Costa Blanca has never been harder. A new report from property consultancy Tinsa Accumin paints.. 25/02/2026

Benidorm invests €500,000 for safer cycling on Avenida de l'AlbirNew roundabout and bike upgrades set to ease traffic near schools and campsites Benidorm Ayuntamiento has approved a project to boost road safety on Avenida de l'Albir, the CV-7532 stretch linking the town to l'Alfàs del Pi. Known locally.. 24/02/2026

New leisure centre at Torrevieja Port to open at the end of AprilThe long delayed Torrevieja port development promises cinemas, bowling and restaurants Following delay after delay, the new Paseo del Mar leisure centre at the Port of Torrevieja is finally set to open between the end of April and the beginning of.. 24/02/2026

Ryanair warns of more Spain flight cuts and higher fares as fee row escalatesThe airline says airport charge hikes will mean fewer routes and more expensive tickets for travellers Ryanair has issued a fresh warning that flights to and from Spain could become more expensive, as its dispute with airport operator Aena over proposed fee..

French student rescued from Alicante port after early morning fall20-year-old pulled from water exhausted and hypothermic near La Concha promenade A 20-year-old French tourist had a dramatic early morning rescue from Alicante's port waters on Thursday February 19, after falling in drunk and battling to stay afloat.. 23/02/2026

Orihuela Costa residents can now report public maintenance problems online, in EnglishA new website from Orihuela Town Hall makes it easier than ever to flag maintenance issues in the local area Orihuela Town Hall has launched a new website designed to make it much easier for residents and property owners in Orihuela Costa to report.. 23/02/2026

First fines doled out in Spain for not carrying a V16 beaconDrivers in Spain who don't carry the new emergency device are already being hit with €80 penalties Drivers in Spain who still haven't made the switch to the new V16 connected emergency beacon are now facing real consequences, with the.. 23/02/2026

Spain unveils €23 billion fund to tackle the housing crisisThe money will be used to build 15,000 homes throughout Spain each year President of the Government Pedro Sánchez has announced a major new fund designed to pump billions into Spain's struggling housing market and help bring down soaring prices..

Ryanair fires back as AENA pushes for a 21% hike in Spanish airport feesThe latest row over airport charges could mean pricier flights and fewer routes for travellers to and from Spain Tensions between airlines and Spain's airport operator AENA are boiling over again and, as usual, Ryanair's outspoken CEO Eddie Wilson..

Step by step guide on registering your electric scooter on the Spanish DGT Vehicle RegistryRegistration now compulsory throughout Spain before you can take out civil liability insurance If you own an electric scooter in Spain, you probably already know that 2026 has brought an important change. All personal mobility vehicles must now be.. 20/02/2026