Murcia bank holiday opening hours: Which supermarkets and shops will be open on May 1
Full breakdown of opening hours across the Region of Murcia during the May bank holiday weekend The May bank holiday weekend is almost here in the Region of Murcia, with..

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across Spain
A new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist apartments has not increased the supply of permanent rental..

Calnegre moves to limit tourist pressure with €330,000 protection plan
The new measures aim to reduce overcrowding and protect one of Murcia’s most fragile coastal areas The unspoilt coves of the Murcian coast have long been a quiet favourite..

The hidden side of pet ownership: Murcia and Cartagena face growing dog waste challenge
Thousands of dogs bring daily joy to their owners, but managing the scale of waste is becoming a serious urban issue For many people across Murcia and Cartagena, walking the..

Valle de Ricote and Moratalla in full bloom with orange blossom and lavender
Local town halls organise hikes, workshops, and food events to help people make the most of this special time of year Many people think of Murcia when it's time to plan..

Read the May edition of Home & Living magazine online now
Welcome to the May issue of Home andLiving magazine This edition is not only full of inspiring home and living articles, but you'll find so much more.....   •..

Segura River water reserves in Murcia hit their best level since 2013
While 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..

New-build property demand rises across Spain as families and solo buyers dominate the market
Spainora 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..

Clean-up begins on Murcia's long-neglected municipal plots
Nearly €300,000 will be invested to clear rubbish, cut back weeds and improve neglected plots for the communities around them Murcia is one of Spain's most beautiful..

Jumilla restaurant draws praise from the Murcia government
Restaurante de Loreto is one of many fine dining establishments in northern Murcia The town of Jumilla in northern Murcia is blessed with many fine restaurants (click here..

Drying laundry on your balcony in Lorca could now cost you up to €1,500
New rules aim to tidy up the town’s appearance and respond to long-standing complaints from residents Residents in Lorca may soon need to think twice before hanging out the..

Mohamed's fight to stay in Cartagena: The young man who saved a life now hoping Spain will change his
The city is rallying behind the young man as he fights for the right to residency in Spain as part of the extraordinary regularisation process Mohamed Diagne is desperately..

New property development and a redesigned golf course at Corvera Hills
Just Murcia Property introduces new villas and apartments in a great location near Murcia International Airport The new residential development, Corvera Hills Residences..

Princess Leonor surprises onlookers at local regatta before taking to the skies over San Javier
The heir to the Spanish throne took part in a regatta in Santiago de la Ribera before continuing her pilot training at the General Air and Space Academy Princess Leonor..

Spain's mandatory V16 beacon is being ignored in 83% of breakdowns
Eight 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..

Águilas backs maritime tourism with massive overhaul of its sailing club
The refurbishment work at the hostel is now complete, improving accommodation and guest facilities The Águilas Sailing Club has finished a makeover of its hostel, making..

25-year-old man dies after diving into no-swimming area of Puerto de Mazarrón
Emergency services were unable to save the young man, in what authorities are taking to be a tragic accident A 25-year-old man died after diving into the sea in a prohibited..

Jumilla unveils ambitious €27.3 million budget with €11 million for major town projects
New jobs, improved services and major infrastructure projects form part of the council's spending plan Jumilla has approved a €27.3 million municipal budget, with almost..

Doctors' strike returns across Spain with cancelled appointments and falling turnout
Fresh wave of industrial action highlights ongoing dispute as patients face further disruption Thousands of appointments have once again been cancelled across Spain as doctors..

Spain's wage tax burden rises further after the pandemic
The 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..

Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rules
The 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..

Ryanair set to shrink in Spain for the first time ever with more winter cuts on the way
The 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..

No more high-rise tower blocks in La Manga, San Javier mayor declares
A planning overhaul will cut building capacity by 30% and ban new residential towers on undeveloped land in La Manga del Mar Menor The mayor of San Javier has announced..

Buying homes sight unseen is reshaping Murcia's property market
Foreign investors are increasingly making offers without a visit, with some even closing deals by video call   Buying property without even seeing it in person first is..