MURCIA MAR MENOR & CARTAGENA

Five Mar Menor beaches to get anti-jellyfish nets this summerThe nets will be installed from June to September and should keep jellyfish away while protecting local wildlife like seahorses And cue the anti-jellyfish net debate. Every year, residents around the Mar Menor weigh in on whether these nets are.. 31/03/2026

Cartagena gives its submarine roundabout a fresh sea-inspired makeoverThe revamped entrance now features blue turf and more than 1,500 white daisies Cartagena has given one of its best-known entrances a new look, with the submarine roundabout on Paseo Alfonso XIII now transformed into a small seascape. The Cartagena Ayuntamiento.. 31/03/2026

Official recognition for the Berber Pirate Raids fiestas of Los AlcázaresThe fiestas of Los Alcázares celebrate their 25th anniversary this Easter Week Just a couple of days before the start of the great annual Fiestas de las Incursions Berberiscas in Los Alcázares, during which the town centre is taken over.. 31/03/2026

San Javier plans shaded public retreats for sweltering La Manga summersPergolas, new trees and cooler paving are all part of a European-funded plan to make La Manga more liveable in the heat San Javier Town Council has announced plans to create new shaded seating areas of La Manga del Mar Menor, with the aim of making.. 30/03/2026

Eight new Murcia eateries shine with Repsol's 'Soletes'Eight local bars and restaurants in the Region of Murcia have been awarded Soletes, bringing the community’s total to 112 recommended spots The Repsol Soletes, or “Little Suns”, recognise places where quality and warmth meet an affordable..

Cartagena beach bars ready to welcome Easter crowds after last year's paperwork nightmareGood weather and sorted paperwork mean Cartagena is ready to make the most of the holiday rush What a difference a year makes. It was almost full summer in 2025 before the Cartagena beach bars ironed out the paperwork and finally started opening.. 27/03/2026

Los Alcázares launches exciting digital campaign to attract more visitorsA mix of social media, video content and influencer promotion is planned to showcase the very best of Los Alcázares Los Alcázares is gearing up for a major tourism push with plans to promote the town across social media, TV and online.. 26/03/2026

Pat Metheny returns to San Javier for the Jazz Festival in JulyOther artists already confirmed include Camille Thurman, Young Gun Silver Fox, The Brand New Heavies, Carles Benavent and Chico Pérez It has been confirmed at the presentation of the official poster for the 28th edition of the San Javier International.. 26/03/2026

Luxury new-build villa on El Alba Resort, Roldan for only € 315,000This 2-bed detached property with private pool is brought to you by Simply Spanish Homes Anyone searching for a stylish place in the sun will want to take a closer look at this beautifully finished 2-bedroom villa in El Alba Resort, Roldán.. 26/03/2026

Brussels to probe Zincsas toxic waste scandal in CartagenaEuropean Parliament set to scrutinise years of local inaction on hazardous site After more than 15 years of complaints from Cartagena residents about dangerous waste from the former Española del Zinc factory, the European Parliament is finally.. 25/03/2026

Mar Menor recovery project suffers major loss after oyster farm line disappearsThe latest Mar Menor theft has majorly disrupted a vital three-year study of the fragile lagoon ecosystem Efforts to restore the Mar Menor have taken another hit after a key scientific experiment involving oysters suddenly disappeared.  .. 25/03/2026

Espacio Mediterráneo shines bright with renewed sustainability awardThe Cartagena shopping centre celebrates its BREEAM “Excellent” rating and doubles down on its green commitment with the Circular Challenge There’s something extra to celebrate this spring at Espacio Mediterráneo, Cartagena&rsquo.. 25/03/2026

Murcia death prompts Spain to tighten cosmetic surgery rulesThe updated regulations aim to stop unqualified practitioners after the high-profile death in Cartagena Spain is tightening its rules on cosmetic surgery following a high-profile death in Murcia that exposed serious gaps in patient safety.  .. 25/03/2026

The little-known project to restore the spa and restaurant in the waters of the Mar Menor, and why it may not be such a good idea...A lifelong landmark in Lo Pagán may return to its former glory, but there are serious questions to be answered as to whether it actually should For much of the mid-20th century, the Floridablanca floating spa and restaurant was a defining feature.. 25/03/2026

From airport transfers to exciting excursions, discover the Costa Cálida with Flamingo HolidayFunExplore Murcia, Cartagena and beyond with transport, excursions, bike rental and mobility support all in one place Exploring the Costa Cálida has never been easier thanks to Flamingo HolidayFun, a service designed to take the stress out of.. 24/03/2026

El Portús future plan sparks fresh concern as long-term residents face being written out of its historyA public consultation has opened on a transformation that prioritises tourism at the site, even as long-standing residents continue their fight to remain The future of the El Portús campsite near Cartagena has moved into a decisive new phase.. 24/03/2026

New pedestrian path in La Manga del Mar Menor set to be complete within a monthA 2.1-kilometre stretch of new pavement aims to complete a continuous pedestrian route along the Mar Menor strip Work to connect sections of pavement and promenade in La Manga del Mar Menor is expected to be finished within the next month, according.. 24/03/2026

San Javier bets on smart, modern bus travel with new digital payment systemAyuntamiento puts out tender for a contactless ticketing network that will make local buses easier to use and simpler to manage San Javier is preparing to give its public transport a digital upgrade, with the Ayuntamiento launching a tender to design.. 23/03/2026

San Javier Mayor praises efforts to reduce biomass from the Mar MenorThe Rambla del Albujón has become a “river” this year, says José Miguel Luengo José Miguel Luengo, the Mayor of San Javier, has praised the efforts to remove biomass from the Mar Menor, calling it a “fundamental&.. 23/03/2026

Mar Menor beaches race to be ready for EasterCrews are pushing to finish walkways, signage and sand restoration ahead of the holiday rush Beaches around the Mar Menor are being prepared at full speed ahead of the Easter holidays, although recent storms have made the job far from straightforward.. 23/03/2026