MURCIA MAR MENOR & CARTAGENA

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

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.. 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

New developments reshape the Costa Cálida property marketSpainora showcases the latest opportunities in one of Spain’s fastest growing property markets Spain’s Costa Cálida has long been known for its warm climate, relaxed pace of life and miles of Mediterranean coastline, but in recent.. 20/03/2026

Los Alcázares named the happiest place to live in the Region of MurciaA new happiness index puts the town at the top, with sunshine, services and quality of life all playing a part If you are looking for a place to feel good about where you call home, the latest data points firmly to the Region of Murcia.   The.. 20/03/2026

New Mercadona in Cabo de Palos set for summer opening as major retail revamp takes shapeModern store and wider commercial development aim to breathe new life into Las Dunas area Shoppers in Cabo de Palos could soon have a brand-new supermarket on their doorstep, with the new Mercadona store on track to open between May and June 2026, just.. 19/03/2026

Cartagena to keep its street markets open on public holidaysNew council measure aims to support traders, boost neighbourhood commerce, and modernise local markets Street traders across Cartagena are gearing up for a busy Thursday March 19, as the Ayuntamiento launches a new measure allowing markets to open on.. 19/03/2026

Environmental group warns of damage to Cartagena's beaches during the cleaning processLocal environmental experts say heavy machinery is clearing seagrass that's important for keeping beaches healthy and supporting wildlife Beach cleaning in Cartagena is being looked at more closely after concerns were raised about how current.. 18/03/2026

British company Taylor Wimpey invests €26 million in luxury La Manga Club developmentThe first phase of the Siena development will bring high-end apartments to La Manga Club & Resort by February 2028 A major new housing development is on the way to La Manga Club after British builder Taylor Wimpey confirmed a €26 million.. 18/03/2026

Torre Pacheco to build new roundabout near La Torre Golf ResortA planned junction upgrade aims to improve safety and traffic flow at a key access point to Roldán and its industrial estate Torre Pacheco Town Council is moving ahead with plans to construct a new roundabout on the RM-F21 road at the entrance.. 18/03/2026

Two Murcia roads named among Spain's most dangerousN-301 and AP-7 stretches in the spotlight in new national accident risk report Two stretches of road in the Region of Murcia have once again been ranked among the most dangerous in Spain, according to a new study by the European Automobile Association.. 17/03/2026

Tourist dies after 30ft fall on clifftop path in Pilar de la HoradadaThe 28-year-old reportedly slipped while trying to pick up his glasses on the Orihuela Costa walkway A 28-year-old Colombian man has died after falling around 30 feet while walking along a coastal path in Pilar de la Horadada.   The accident.. 17/03/2026

Cartagena bus station set for major makeover after 30 yearsGround floor redesign and possible university use planned as the city modernises a key transport hub Cartagena’s bus station is preparing for a significant overhaul more than three decades after it first opened, with a renovation project aimed at.. 16/03/2026

San Javier's defunct airport finds another new purpose as a €12 million science centre for the Mar MenorThe OM2 Marine Species Centre will bring together universities, research institutes and 21 marine tanks under one roof in San Javier The old San Javier airport is fast becoming one of the most talked-about sites in the Region of Murcia and the latest announcement..

Los Alcázares to complete final phase of seafront lighting upgradeThe final 16 traditional streetlights near Paseo de la Concha will be replaced with energy-efficient LEDs to finish the town's modernization plan Los Alcázares is getting ready to finish up the modernization of its seafront promenade.. 13/03/2026

Floating solar power transforms irrigation in the Campo de CartagenaSpain's largest irrigation solar plant serves 9,500+ farmers and cuts €350,000 from bills Spain's largest floating solar plant owned by an irrigation community has launched on the Cola reservoir in Campo de Cartagena. Inaugurated Thursday.. 13/03/2026