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Vueling weighs up Corvera-Barcelona flight proposal The Murcia government estimates that two thirds of Alicante-Barcelona passengers travel to or from the Region The regional government of Murcia is continuing in its efforts to provide flights connecting the new Region of Murcia International Airport.. 17/06/2019

First Quality Tours packages of 2019 bring Czech tourists to La Manga, Mazarrón and the Mar Menor Over 9,000 Czechs are coming to the Costa Cálida between May and late October During May the first Czech package tourists of the summer arrived in the Region of Murcia, and last week it was the turn of the first group brought to the Costa.. 17/06/2019

Temperatures set to hit 35 this week in Murcia Summer heat is arriving in the Costa Cálida this week The heat of summer has been mercifully slow to arrive in the Region of Murcia this year so far, but the forecast for the third week of June suggests that a taste of what is to come is on.. 17/06/2019

Mayors take office in the 45 municipalities of the Region of Murcia PSOE Mayors in just over half of the Town Halls of Murcia On Saturday, three weeks after the local elections which were held on 26th May, the negotiations among parties in municipalities where no clear major majority was won came to an end as the.. 17/06/2019

Bells lifted into their new tower at the church of Santa María de Gracia in Cartagena The bells are reinstalled after restoration and repair work on the façade of the church The restored bells of the church of Santa María de Gracia in Cartagena were lifted to their new tower at the top of the façade on Friday.. 17/06/2019

Police mobile speed trap locations in Murcia and Cartagena 17th to 23rd June Radar speed gun locations in the cities and municipalities of Cartagena and Murcia The local police forces of Murcia and Cartagena operate a system of mobile speed traps which move around the municipalities every week with their mobile "multa.. 17/06/2019

Murcia government debt rises by 304 million euros Murcia is the fourth most indebted of the 17 regions of Spain The regional government of Murcia continues to spend more than it receives in revenue, and as a result at the end of the first quarter of 2019 its debt had risen by another 304 million.. 17/06/2019

Controversy is served in Cartagena as former Mayor rants against opponents José López launches an abusive diatribe against the power-sharing agreement in the Town Hall No sooner had the initial session of the new council in the Town Hall of Cartagena on Saturday finished than the hugely controversial power.. 17/06/2019

200 kilos of rubbish cleared from the sea in Bolnuevo Most of the waste removed by divers consisted of plastics A group of 50 divers from Madrid gathered at the beach of Bolnuevo in the municipality of Mazarrón on Sunday to take part in a campaign to remove waste from the sea, and ended up collecting.. 17/06/2019

Sea turtle rescued off the coast of Mazarrón The turtle was spotted by a canoeist entangled in fishing line and plastics A sea turtle has been rescued by members of Cruz Roja from the Mediterranean near Mazarrón after it was spotted on Saturday afternoon by a canoeist with various injuries.. 17/06/2019

33 degrees in Murcia this weekend after refreshing showers on Friday morning The weather seems set fair as the Costa Cálida prepares for the coming summer For most of those in the Region of Murcia it was nice to experience a little cooling rain first thing on Friday morning, but the episode was a short-lived one and.. 14/06/2019

70,000 people at Murcia Symphony Orchestra concerts in the 2018-19 season 50 per cent increase in ticket sales and a great success for the Sunday lunchtime family concerts The 2018-19 season comes to an end on Saturday 15th June for the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra with a performance of Carmina Burana at the auditorium.. 14/06/2019

Bank robbers casually take cashpoint machine away on a tow truck in Archivel Locals in Archivel have been complaining about lack of policing for a long time Residents of the village of Archivel, in the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz, looked on powerless to do anything in the early hours of Friday morning as a group of.. 14/06/2019

Lorca castle joins butterfly breeding ground network Native vegetation will provide ideal feeding and breeding ground for butterflies at the Fortaleza del Sol Lorca castle and the hillside on which the 13th-century fortress stands above the city have been incorporated into a national network of &ldquo.. 14/06/2019

Stock of unsold housing continues to fall in Murcia and the rest of Spain The number of unsold homes in Murcia has fallen by 29 per cent since 2011 It is generally accepted that as the Spanish property market recovers so the stock of unsold “new” homes is being reduced, and the Ministry of Development&rsquo.. 14/06/2019

Blind visitors can touch replica Iberian and Roman artefacts at Murcia archaeological museum The fake relics were donated by the police and will also be used to help schoolchildren understand history The Archaeological Museum of the Region of Murcia is compiling a collection of replicas of items dating from the periods when what is now Spain.. 14/06/2019

Murcia government studies the viability of desert truffle cultivation Minimal watering and a high value product make the desert truffle an interesting alternative crop in Murcia The department of Agriculture in the regional government of Murcia is continuing to support research into the viability of cultivating.. 14/06/2019

Summer beach safety campaign under way as summer hots up 231 lifeguards on duty at 127 lookout points on the beaches of the Costa Cálida in July and August The Region of Murcia’s summer beach safety and maritime rescue operation, known as “Plan Copla”, is ready to move into top.. 14/06/2019

Historic bells of Santa María de Gracia in Cartagena on display prior to re-installation The bells have been undergoing restoration for 8 months while brickwork at the church is renovated After eight months of restoration the bells of the church of Santa María de Gracia in Cartagena are ready to be lifted back into position at.. 13/06/2019

Local Mayors to be appointed throughout Murcia this weekend Uncertainty in the largest municipalities over who will form the new local governments After months of political campaigning throughout Spain ended a fortnight ago with the regional, local and European elections coming just four weeks after the general.. 13/06/2019

Over 3,000 dogs are abandoned in Murcia every year 5,000 euros for a new campaign to encourage adoption of abandoned pets The acting government in the Region of Murcia has approved the granting of a 5,000-euro subsidy to the Official College of Veterinary Surgeons in order to support a campaign to.. 13/06/2019

Bat nesting boxes to combat mosquitoes at Bullas campsite and sports complex Bats can eat over a kilo of flies and mosquitoes each in just one night A group of volunteers has been hard at work in Bullas installing bat nesting boxes in and around the La Rafa sports and camping complex in the outskirts of the town as part of.. 13/06/2019

83-year-old dies while bathing at the beach in La Manga The incident occurred in the area of Playa Chica in the north of La Manga An 83-year-old man died while bathing off the beach of La Manga del Mar Menor on Wednesday, having already stopped breathing by the time he was pulled from the water... 13/06/2019

Revised plans approved for open-air municipal swimming pools in Mazarrón The hope is that the pools will be ready for summer 2020 Progress towards the construction of a municipal swimming pool at the sports complex between Mazarrón and Puerto de Mazarrón has been slow, but another step forward was taken.. 13/06/2019

420,000-euro subsidy this year for Murcia beekeepers Without bees 60 per cent of our fruit and vegetables would no longer be produced The acting Murcia government has approved an increase of 100,000 euros in an annual subsidy granted to beekeepers in the Region, bringing it up to 420,000 euros, in.. 13/06/2019

19,000 passengers fewer at Corvera airport last month than at San Javier in May 2018 A 13 per cent decrease represents a slight improvement on the April figures! Flights to and from the UK and Ireland carried 93.6 per cent of all passengers It became clear when the statistics were published regarding passenger numbers in April.. 13/06/2019

Three unexploded shells found and deactivated in Murcia Anti-aircraft and anti-tank missiles were disposed of by the Policía Nacional Officers of the Tedax bomb disposal squad of the Policía Nacional have successfully deactivated three military explosive devices after they were found on.. 12/06/2019

Funding approved to draw up second phase of Cartagena Roman amphitheatre recovery A document will be compiled this summer in order to secure 400,000 euros from the Spanish government On Saturday 15th June it is expected that the new local government will be formed in the Town Hall of Cartagena with José López of.. 12/06/2019

Summer 2019, open-air public swimming pools in the municipality of Murcia The main Murcia Parque pool is open from 18th June to 30th September With the school holidays about to begin and warm weather settling in the Region of Murcia the public open-air swimming pools in and around the city of Murcia are preparing to open.. 12/06/2019

Loggerhead turtle awareness campaign at Costa Cálida beaches this summer There are hopes that loggerheads could lay eggs in the Region of Murcia this year The regional government of Murcia has announced that during this summer a team of volunteers will be present at the beaches of the Costa Cálida informing members.. 12/06/2019

8.2 per cent fall in April property sales in Murcia as a late Easter cancels out the gains in March The level of activity in the Costa Cálida is 78 per cent higher than 4 and a half years ago! The publication of the April property sales figures on Wednesday by the government’s central statistics unit showed that the upward trend in.. 12/06/2019

New beach access this summer at Playa Negra near Puerto de Mazarrón Wooden stairs will replace the crumbling old concrete steps at this popular beach Access to the beach of Playa Negra between Isla Plana and Puerto de Mazarrón is to be improved by the installation of a wooden stairway, it has been confirmed.. 11/06/2019

Summer ozone monitoring campaign under way in Murcia Extra readings this summer in Molina de Segura and Jumilla The Department of the Environment in the regional government of Murcia has begun its annual summer ozone measurement campaign, coinciding with the time of year when solar radiation is at.. 11/06/2019

New footbridge on the Campo de Cartagena greenway The 53-kilometre walking route is part of a network for cyclists and walkers throughout the Region of Murcia Walkers and cyclists on the Vía Verde greenway in the Campo de Cartagena will be pleased learn that a new bridge has been created.. 11/06/2019

No change likely in the Murcia government after all Ciudadanos siding with the PP despite the election victory of the PSOE Over two weeks have now passed since the PSOE won what was acclaimed as a historic victory in the regional election in Murcia, surpassing the PP to win more seats in the regional.. 11/06/2019

Busy long weekend on the beaches of Murcia despite the wind and waves! 90 per cent hotel occupancy reported at Costa Cálida hotels Strong winds on Saturday and wavy conditions along the coast did nothing to deter many people in Murcia from enjoying a long weekend at the beach, with reports of close to 90 per.. 11/06/2019

Bathing banned at one of the beaches of Portmán The Cala del Lastre, which remains open The Cala del Lastre remains open but swimming is not permitted at the Playa de San Bruno The State Department of Coasts has declared that the beach of San Bruno in Portmán, in the municipality of.. 11/06/2019

3.4 mbLg earthquake close to the south-west of Murcia on Tuesday morning The tremor in Almería was felt in Lorca, Águilas and Puerto Lumbreras Three earthquakes were recorded close to the south-west of the Region of Murcia in the early hours of Tuesday morning, the most significant of them reaching 3.4 mbLg.. 11/06/2019

Gale force winds along the Costa Cálida on Tuesday evening Top temperatures reaching 33 degrees in inland areas of the Region of Murcia The State meteorological agency Aemet has issued a yellow alert on Tuesday evening for gale force winds all along the coast of the Region of Murcia, with the adverse conditions.. 11/06/2019

126 drivers are entitled to refunds of traffic fines dished out at Murcia-San Javier airport A total of 7,035 euros has to be paid back after the police fined people without the authority to do so It has come to light that the Town Hall of San Javier is studying how to return 126 traffic offence fines totalling 7.035 euros to drivers who.. 07/06/2019

1,720 marijuana plants confiscated from warehouse in El Algar 2 Ukrainians arrested as the haul is valued at over 160,000 euros Two people have been detained by the customs authorities after a plantation of 1,720 marijuana plants was discovered in a warehouse in El Algar, close to the shore of the Mar Menor.. 07/06/2019

Warm sunshine in the Costa Cálida and temperatures around 30 for the long weekend Perfect beach weather in Murcia although occasional showers may appear in inland areas As a long weekend begins in the Region of Murcia – the “Day of the Region” holiday falls on Sunday and is being carried over to Monday &ndash.. 07/06/2019

Spanish property prices up by 6.8 per cent according to government figures The average price in Murcia has risen by 4.5 per cent over the last 12 months There have been numerous statistical bulletins lately suggesting that the price of housing in Spain is beginning to reach a plateau after a steady rise over the last four.. 07/06/2019

Parking controversy returns to the Mazarrón beach of Percheles Local landowner at loggerheads with beachgoers and the Town Hall As was the case last summer, bathers and sun-seekers heading for the popular beach of Percheles on the unspoilt coastline of the south-west of Mazarrón look like being caught.. 06/06/2019

Warsaw flights inaugurated at Corvera airport Charter flights to and from Poland make their debut at the new Murcia airport The news regarding passenger numbers at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera may not have been positive over the last month, with the April total well.. 06/06/2019

Murcia mortgage foreclosure figures hit record low Just 30 bank foreclosures in the first quarter, only 5 per cent of the level 7 years ago A striking sign that the crisis in the Spanish property market is now a thing of the past came with the publication on Wednesday of the statistics regarding.. 06/06/2019

Mazarrón animal rescue group under investigation for maltreating dogs The Guardia Civil suspected illegal trading in Samoyed dogs The Guardia Civil have placed under investigation the owner and coordinator of an animal rescue and protection group based in Mazarrón for the possible maltreatment of animals at.. 06/06/2019

Águilas man fined 540 euros for throwing his dog out of the car The provincial court in Murcia finds no reason to uphold an appeal lodged by the accused The provincial courts in Murcia have upheld a decision by the courts of Lorca to fine a dog owner 540 euros for throwing his dog out of the car on the road which.. 06/06/2019

Naturalists purchase Bat Caves in Santomera The caves of Las Yeseras are home to over 3,000 bats belonging to various species The naturalists’ association ANSE has confirmed that it has recently acquired the special conservation area of the Cueva de las Yeseras in Santomera, in the east.. 06/06/2019

Former doctor living in poverty falsified clonazepam prescriptions in Murcia Doctors report threats from Moroccan drug mafias seeking Rivotril pills in Murcia Three people have been detained by the Guardia Civil in the Region of Murcia for falsifying prescriptions for Rivotril, one of the brand names under which the tranquilizer.. 06/06/2019

Águilas opens calisthenics exercise area in Parque de La Loma More public exercise facilities installed by the Town Hall in Águilas Following the news that the beach of Bolnuevo in Mazarrón is to become the first in the Costa Cálida to boast a calisthenics exercise area the Town Hall of.. 06/06/2019

Free summer bus services from Hacienda Riquelme and La Peraleja to Sucina Enjoy an evening out in Sucina without having to take the car into town! As of Friday 7th June two free summer bus services are in service at the golf resort developments of Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resort and La Peraleja, enabling those living or.. 06/06/2019

Project for visitors’ centre in Bolnuevo based on the sea-faring traditions of Mazarrón The old school in Bolnuevo could be refurbished at a cost of around 100,000 euros Alicia Jiménez, the acting Mayoress of Mazarrón in the interim period after the local elections and before a new municipal government is formed, paid.. 06/06/2019

Murcia produces 30 per cent of all frozen vegetables in Spain Frozen veg exports to the UK last year amounted to 44 million euros It is with good reason that the Region of Murcia is often referred to as the market garden of Spain, and among the statistics justifying this label is the fact that despite occupying.. 05/06/2019

15th, 22nd, 29th June, night time visits to the Roman Theatre in Cartagena Nocturnal events in June are added to regular weekend activities and tours at the Roman Theatre With summer temperatures beginning to settle in the Costa Cálida the Roman Theatre in Cartagena is offering a series of night-time events on Saturday..

Murcia-Mallorca flights begin at Corvera airport Three services a week join the Costa Cálida and the Balearics Another small step has been taken this month towards increasing passenger numbers at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera, with the first commercial flights flying.. 05/06/2019

Mar Menor campaigners use World Environment Day to highlight ongoing concerns Campaigners highlight 5 run-off points of agricultural water in Los Alcázares and Santiago de la Ribera The Pacto por el Mar Menor platform group, which is demanding more action to protect and regenerate the marine environment of the Mar Menor.. 05/06/2019

Murcia man caught drunk driving three days in a row A court order had been issued for the suspension of the licence of the driver The Policía Local of the city of Murcia report that this week they detained the same man on three consecutive days starting on Sunday, finding him to be driving.. 05/06/2019

The streets of Murcia are only the tenth most congested in Spain Stressed drivers at the wheel in Murcia can be grateful that their city is only the 296th most congested in the world! Driving in the centre of Murcia can be a stressful business during the morning, lunchtime and evening rush hours, but a report.. 05/06/2019

Over half of drivers killed last year in Murcia road accidents had taken drugs and/or alcohol Severely disabled victims take part in random spot traffic police checks this week The traffic authorities in the Region of Murcia are this week engaged in a campaign during which around 6,500 drivers are to be stopped for random drug and alcohol.. 04/06/2019

Walker rescued after three days stranded on the cliffs of Cartagena I haven’t eaten for 3 days, the man shouted to canoeists following the coastline A 43-year-old man was finally found and rescued from the mountains on the western Cartagena coastline on Monday, having been missing for over two days despite.. 04/06/2019

Last month was the fourth driest May this century in the Region of Murcia The city of Murcia experienced its first “tropical night” of the year on 9th May! The State meteorological agency Aemet has published its summary of the weather during the month which ended on Friday, classifying May as “warm and.. 04/06/2019

180,000 euros for San Javier taxi drivers to compensate for the closure of the airport The regional government subsidizes the local economy to compensate for the opening of Corvera When it finally became clear during 2017 and 2018 that the airport of Murcia-San Javier would be closed to commercial traffic to make way for the new Region.. 04/06/2019

Former Corvera airport management company ordered to pay 1.7 million euros interest The interest accrued on the 182 million euros owed to the regional government of Murcia When Aeromur, the company originally awarded the construction and management contract at what is now the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera, officially.. 03/06/2019

Regional park barbecue ban in force for the summer as forest fire risk increases A small fire in Ojós on Friday underlined the need for bans on barbecues and agricultural burning With the arrival of warm dry weather in Murcia, presumably for the majority of the summer, come the annual campaign to prevent the outbreak of.. 03/06/2019

Walkers rescued in La Azohía and Calasparra, another still missing near El Portús A busy day for the search and rescue services in the mountains of the Costa Cálida The helicopter deployed by the 112 emergency services coordination centre was kept busy on Sunday as it was in use for most of the day on the coastline of Cartagena.. 03/06/2019

Three Portuguese men o’ war spotted in La Manga The species returns to the Costa Cálida after appearing last spring on the Mediterranean coastline A resident of La Manga del Mar Menor reports having spotted three Portuguese men o’ war at the beaches in recent days, sightings which.. 03/06/2019

27th June, breast cancer scanning campaign in Mazarrón Free scans for women aged between 45 and 49 in the Plaza del Convento The mobile breast scan unit of the AECC is coming to the Plaza del Convento in Mazarrón on 27th June as part of the breast cancer prevention campaign, offering scans to.. 31/05/2019

Until 21st July, Acmé, an exhibition of work by Blanca García at the Centro Párraga in Murcia A multi-disciplinary exhibition with medieval influences at the contemporary arts centre on Murcia The Sala de Máquinas at the Centro Párraga contemporary arts centre in the city of Murcia is hosting an exhibition entitled “Coda: Acm..

A complete range of architecture and interior design services from house extensions to bespoke beachfront villas, A&B Architects A&B Architects, Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura in the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura is a multilingual and multi-faceted firm of architecture and interior design based in the city of Murcia and offering..

3rd December, Bryan Adams in concert in Murcia The Palacio de Deportes in Murcia is one of only 5 dates in Spain on the Shine the Light tour Bryan Adams, the Canadian singer who set a new record in 1991 by spending 16 weeks at Number One in the UK charts with “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You..

25th April to 22nd July, Roman painting in Hispania, an exhibition at the Roman Theatre Museum in Cartagena A wide range of Roman mural artwork has been found in the Region of Murcia The opening of this exhibition at the Roman Theatre Museum in Cartagena coincided with an international congress and conference on the same subject, and the display includes information..

5th April to 24th June, Tu Presencia, painting exhibition by Victoria Chezner at the Roman Theatre Museum in Cartagena Landscapes both large and small by an artist who exhibits frequently in the regions of Murcia and Valencia Victoria Chezner graduated in Fine Art from the Universitat Politécnica de Valencia and is particularly interested in landscape paintings..

Public bus routes and timetables to and from the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera All Interbus services to coastal and golf resorts in the Costa Cálida as well as the regional capital Until the end of the summer flight schedules in late October 2019 Interbus are operating four routes to and from the Region of Murcia International.. 08/05/2019

Bus services between Murcia airport in Corvera and the beaches and golf resorts of the Costa Cálida How to book on the Interbus routes at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera The bus or coach services linking the new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera to the coastal towns and golf resorts of the Costa Cálida.. 08/05/2019

3rd to 7th July, open-air concerts and comedy in the Malecón gardens in Murcia Madeleine Peyroux and Loreena McKennitt top the international bill of the Noches de Malecón season Las Noches del Malecón is a new cycle of concerts and stage shows being held in the Malecón gardens on the north bank of the River..

Take a Murcia Trike Tour and see the Costa Cálida from a totally different perspective!An exhilarating and unique way to enjoy the wonderful landscapes of the Region of Murcia Murcia Trike Tours offers a unique way to enjoy and get to know Cartagena, the Mar Menor and the rest of the Costa Cálida on board classic Rewaco motor trikes..

10th May to 22nd June, Ecléctica art exhibition in Mazarrón Works by 30 artists including various from Mazarrón at the Casas Consistoriales Works by 30 artists are being displayed in an exhibition entitled “Ecléctica” at the Casas Consistoriales in Mazarrón, six of them (Luis..

Traffic disruption in Cartagena until July due to major road repairs The Alameda de San Antón is being re-surfaced between Plaza de España and El Corte Inglés Work began in Cartagena to re-surface the Alameda de San Antón, one of the busiest streets in the city and the main way of reaching.. 30/04/2019

To 30th September; see the palace of the Moorish Wolf King in the Palacio San Esteban in Murcia A recreation of the palatial gardens and agriculture of the 12th century King of Murcia An exhibition has opened at the Palacio de San Esteban, the home of the regional government in the city of Murcia, showing the key role of water among other aspects..

Until 30th June, Arte urbano, Leyendas callejeras, urban art exhibition at the Muram museum in Cartagena Banksy is among the 75 artists from all over the world featured in this urban art exhibition An eclectic and wide-ranging exhibition of urban art can be visited at the Muram regional art museum in Cartagena until the 30th June 2019 with the..

Regional holidays for 2020 agreed Check which long weekends are in store for next year! This week the government of Murcia has confirmed the dates of the five regional holidays during 2020, and although there are no surprises this means that the official calendar for next year is.. 21/03/2019

Julian Parkes translator and interpreter offering legal and administrative help to expats in MurciaUnderstand and be understood: overcome the language barrier in dealing with the authorities in the Costa Cálida It is an unfortunate fact of life that many UK nationals living or owning property in the Region of Murcia do not have the language skills..

Parts of Sierra Espuña closed to the public for 6 months to protect golden eagles Popular walking routes will remain open although areas near them will be out of bounds The Nature Protection department of the regional government of Murcia has announced that paths and tracks in parts of the regional park of Sierra Espuña.. 04/02/2019

10.50 euro lunchtime Menú del Día at Restaurante Los Galayos on the seafront in Puerto de MazarrónMadrid meets Murcia and the UK in the culinary specialities of Restaurante-Bar Los Galayos Located right on the seafront in Puerto de Mazarrón, with views across the bay to the lighthouse and the headland of Cabo Tiñoso, Restaurante-Bar Los Galayos..

9th May to 23rd June, Un Abismo Como Sutura, Carmen Baena sculpture exhibition at the Centro Párraga in Murcia Cloth and thread tableaux at the contemporary arts centre in the regional capital Carmen Baena, a native of Granada but currently living in Murcia, mixes different techniques and materials in her work to create emotional landscapes in white marble and..

Jumilla cultural agenda May to August 2019Plenty of things to do and see in Jumilla as the town prepares for the big annual fiestas in August The spring and early summer are marked throughout Spain by plenty of local holidays and celebrations, and in Jumilla in the north of the Region of..

Free activities in the regional parks of Murcia during June 2019 Activities for all the family are available in the regional parks this month Murcia possesses a number of regional parks, each offering a unique eco-system with its own characteristics, ranging from the Salinas de San Pedro del Pinatar, which includes..

Until 31st July, “Siete” exhibition by artist Pedro Cano at the Sala Veróncias in Murcia Images inspired by the Albanian refugees who crossed the Adriatic to Italy in 1991 An exhibition of work by the Blanca-based painter Pedro Cano which is being held until the end of July at the Sala Verónicas in the city of Murcia has its origins..

8th June to 20th July: Música entre Vinos in Jumilla Musical dinner and wine-tasting evenings are being held by 7 Jumilla wineries The popular Música Entre Vinos festival in Jumilla returns during June and July 2019 for its 12th edition, which will feature live music and the wines of seven of the..

15th, 22nd and 29th June, free open-air flamenco recitals in Cartagena The 14th edition of the Recitales Flamencos festival in the district of Santa Lucía A series of Saturday evening open-air flamenco performances are being offered during June in the Plaza de la Marina, in the Santa Lucía district of Cartagena..

Until 30th July, free guided visits to the San Esteban archaeological dig in the centre of Murcia Tours are on Tuesdays and Thursdays An entire residential quarter of 12th century Moorish Murcia is being excavated in the city centre An agreement has been reached under which work continues at the archaeological excavation of the site of San Esteban..

19th June, English classical music at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia Cammerata are joined by tenor Manuel Gómez at the Murcia auditorium This is the third in a cycle of three concerts to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Cammerata chamber music orchestra, and features a guest appearance by renowned tenor Manuel..

20th June to 8th September, exhibition by Gelén Alcántara of Jeletón at the Centro Párraga in Murcia Fanzines as a means of feminist emancipation at the contemporary arts centre in the regional capital Murcia artist Gelén Alcántar has been working with Jesús Arpal Moya as part of the “Equipo Jeleton” since 1999, and has..

21st June, Mercedes Máis Eu, contemporary dance at the Centro Párraga in Murcia Janet Novás and Mercedes Peón perform at the emerging arts centre in the regional capital Dancer Janet Novás and composer Mercedes Peón explore the relationship between their two disciplines, based on instruments, memories..

21st June, Mavica live in concert at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia The folk pop singer and guitarist on stage at the Murcia auditorium Marta Casanova, better known as Mavica, is a young musician and guitarist who was born in Cartagena but studied in Madrid and later lived in Berlin, where she made her way by busking..

22nd June, free home security workshops at Leroy Merlin stores in Murcia and Cartagena Tips on improving and modernizing alarms and other security devices in your home If you are concerned about security at your home in the Costa Cálida – and let’s face it, very few owners have never worried about it! – the latest..

22nd and 23rd June, Jewish Lorca culture festival Music, dance, guided tours, activities for children and medieval gastronomy at the 6th edition of the annual event in Lorca The 6th edition of the annual “Jewish Lorca” festival at the castle and other locations in Lorca will be a very special..

27th June, choral concert at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia The Alfonso X El Sabio choir on stage at the Murcia Auditorium The last in a series of six choral concerts at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia begins at 20.30 with a performance by the Alfonso X El Sabio choir. Tickets are priced at 6 euros..

26th June, 85th anniversary concert of the Orfeón Murciano Fernández Caballero Choirs and a youth orchestra celebrate the end of the season at the Murcia auditorium The Orfeón Murciano Fernández Caballero choir and music society are offering this 85th anniversary concert featuring all of their choral sections and the..

Local and bank holidays in the Region of Murcia and Spain 2019 Check now to find the long weekends on the calendar for 2019! Local holidays in all 45 municipalities of the Region of Murcia Although the official list of public holidays seldom contains any surprises, it always arouses great interest as people.. 02/01/2019

3rd July, open-air Madeleine Peyroux concert in the Malecón gardens in Murcia The jazz and blues vocalist opens the inaugural Noches del Malecón cycle on the banks of the River Segura Las Noches del Malecón is a new cycle of concerts and stage shows being held in the Malecón gardens on the north bank of the..

4th July to 15th September, Fernando de Retes exhibition at the Centro Párraga in Murcia Architecture and design at the contemporary arts centre in the regional capital With over 40 years of experience behind him Fernando de Retes has carved out a reputation in the field of architecture and design on account of the quality, beauty and innovative..

4th July, open-air Loreena McKennitt concert in the Malecón gardens in Murcia The Canadian singer and pianist in the Noches del Malecón cycle on the banks of the River Segura Las Noches del Malecón is a new cycle of concerts and stage shows being held in the Malecón gardens on the north bank of the River Segura..

18th and 19th October, Manolo García in concert at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia The former leader of El Último de la Fila live on stage at the Murcia auditorium Manuel García García-Pérez, getter known simply as Manolo García, has recorded with rock bands including Los Rápidos, Los Burros..

19th September to 17th November, Luis Gordillo art exhibition at the Centro Párraga in Murcia One of most renowned abstract artists in Spain exhibits at the contemporary arts centre in the regional capital Luis Gordillo, born in Sevilla in 1934, has been acclaimed as one of the leading figures in Spanish abstract art, and his works can be seen..

6th October, Dire Straits bass guitarist John Illsley live in Murcia The concert will include various of the best known Dire Strait songs John Illsley, founding member of Dire Straits and bass guitarist with the group until they disbanded in 1995, is playing live in the Sala REM venue in the city of Murcia on 6th October..

11th October, Benedetti Sinfónico at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia Uruguayan poetry and music at the main auditorium in the city of Murcia Conductor Diego Naser, singer Silvana Marrero and pianist Carlos Darakjian accompany the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra in a performance of “Benedetti Sinfónico&..

24th October, Flamenco dancer Amador Rojas at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia A new show by one of the stars of flamenco dance at the Murcia auditorium A native of Los Palacios in the province of Sevilla, Amador Rojas has achieved his success in the world of flamenco without studying at any established school through his dedication..

1st to 3rd November, Annie the musical at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia The 1977 musical which wowed Broadway at the main auditorium in the city of Murcia The classic Broadway musical Annie, first performed in 1977, returns to the city of Murcia with the full original song list including “Tomorrow”), spectacular..

1st to 3rd November, Jekyll and Hyde the musical at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia A musical version of the RL Stevenson classic at the main auditorium in the city of Murcia This extraordinary musical version of the story by Robert Louis Stevenson explores the struggle between good and evil in human nature in a spectacular production..

8th November Beethoven with the OSRM at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia The Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra perform three works by Beethoven The Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra offer a performance of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Egmont, The Emperor piano concerto and the Eroica symphony. The concert at the Auditorio..

14th to 17th November, West Side Story at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia One of the greatest musicals of all time at the main auditorium in the city of Murcia Hailed as one of the greatest achievements in musical theatre history, West Side Story was first performed on Broadway in 1957 and has remained a firm favourite among..

26th November, the Igor Moiseyev Ballet at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia Dances from all over the world on stage at the Murcia auditorium The Igor Moiseyev Sate Academic Ensemble of Popular Dance come to Murcia to present “Danzas de los Pueblos del Mundo”, a celebratory trip around the world and a worthy tribute..

28th November to 12th January, exhibition by artist Ángel Haro at the Centro Párraga in Murcia Abstract paintings and sculptures at the contemporary arts centre in the regional capital Ángel Haro was born in Valencia and spent his childhood in Paris before settling in Murcia, where he studied architecture and later became a multi-disciplinary..

17th January 2020, Coque Malla live in concert at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia The former leader of Los Ronaldos presents his latest album ¿Revolución? Coque Malla, who was leader of the Spanish rock group Los Ronaldos between 1987 and 1998, has recently returned from semi-retirement after winning a Goya award for..

Murcian Master Belenistas continue the tradition of centuries Manuel Nicolás Almansa, Juan Antonio Griñán Nicolas and Jesús Griñán Nicolás The Region of Murcia has been a focal point for artisan traditions for nearly four thousand years and was not only an important..

Eurospas Hot Tubs and Spas in the Mar MenorTop of the Range American and European Hot Tubs and Spas in Murcia Eurospas of Murcia have been established for since 2003 supplying high quality American Hot Tubs in Spain and Portugal. We can confidently say that Eurospas of Murcia offer the most comprehensive..

2018-19 Promúsica season tickets offer top value classical concerts in the Águilas auditorium 10 orchestral concerts and three chamber music events at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena in Águilas The Promúsica concerts at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena in Águilas are run by a non-profit-making association..

The streets of Jumilla flow red with wine as thousands are soaked in the annual Cabalgata70,000 litres of wine was poured over and into the thousands who enjoyed this crazy event Click here to see the full photo gallery/ Haga clic aquí para ver la galería de fotos completa: WWW.JUMILLATODAY.COM Jumilla held its annual..

Wild tortoise ownership in Murcia and Spain: illegal but surprisingly commonHow to get back on the right side of the law if you own a tortoise in Murcia Many members of the public are unaware of the fact, but since 1st July 2015 it has officially been illegal in Spain to own a pet common or spur-thighed tortoise, despite the..

Bonfire licences and disposing of garden rubbish in the Region of Murcia Regional laws prohibit the lighting of bonfires in urban areas For expats moving to Spain one of the aspects of rules and regulations which it is very difficult to learn about is the issue of bonfires, and in the Region of Murcia there is a body of legislation..

El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre: Centro de Recuperación de Fauna Silvestre de El Valle Fascinating environmental education visits for groups and families in the mountains just outside Murcia One of the cluster of facilities located near the visitors centre of the El Valle y Carrascoy regional park in the mountains just outside Murcia City..

Prostate cancer tests in Spain are quick and inexpensive at many dispensing chemistsPharmacies in Spain which offer “Análisis Clínicos” can perform PSA tests There has been a sudden rise in the level of awareness of the threat of prostate cancer in the UK following the news that Stephen Fry is currently.. 04/03/2018

Corvera AIRM airport: Your questions answered The Region of Murcia is “taking off for the future” with the new International Airport says Murcia president The opening of the international airport at Corvera will create jobs and boost regional businesses On Saturday the regional.. 26/02/2018

English language guided tours of Cartagena and throughout Murcia.Cartagena and Murcia Guided Tours Mediterranean Cartagena Tours is one of the few fully legal and qualified companies offering group outings, guided tours, and hiking excursions around the Region of Murcia and Alicante Province, in not only English, but a..

The long shadow of Alicante-Elche looms large over Corvera airport Fears over the viability of Corvera as the Spanish government continues to invest in growth at the airport in El Altet Mariano Rajoy, the president of the Spanish government, announced on Thursday that investment is to be made into improving the.. 05/02/2018

The pine processionary caterpillar, a serious threat to dogs and cats in Spain The hairs of the caterpillar can kill inquisitive pets when the insects drop to the ground from their nests in pine trees The pine processionary (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) is so called because members of the species in the caterpillar phase of their life..

Discover the link between Corvera airport and a gastronomic speciality of San Javier! The rival airports are connected through one of the most illustrious families in the modern history of Murcia The 10th January 2018 marks the 95th anniversary of one of the major achievements of Juan de la Cierva y Codorniú, a Murcia-born.. 11/01/2018

Season tickets for autumn 2018 concert cycles at the Murcia Auditorium 22 concerts and dance performances at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia with discounts of up to 40 per cent! The programs for the main concert cycles during the 2018-19 season at the Víctor Villegas auditorium in the city of Murcia..

Understanding water and the drought in Murcia and the Segura basinWhere our water comes from, what it is used for, and why there isn’t enough In late 2017 the Region of Murcia and the rest of the Segura basin are facing one of the most serious droughts in recent history, with water supplies to agriculture already.. 24/11/2017

The Via Verde de Mazarrón walking and cycling route: First section The 14-kilometre Vía Verde welcomes walkers and cyclists between Mazarrón and La Pinilla When it was decided in the early 20th century that a railway should be built linking Mazarrón to the intended line between Cartagena and.. 09/08/2017

Reminder: depositing rubbish in the bin before 9pm is illegal in many areas Bin abuse can lead to nasty fines It’s hot, it’s August and the higher temperatures inevitably lead to fresh fruit and veg going off quickly if damaged and the rubbish bins emitting an unpleasant odour. Year-round residents will be aware..

How to register your property in Murcia as a holiday rental propertyTax authorities and the Murcia government are clamping down on undeclared rentals For many years now the tax authorities in Spain have been stepping up their efforts to clamp down on the practice of undeclared (and therefore illegal) holiday rentals.. 31/07/2017

José Díaz Cartagena; supplier of catering hospitality supplies for Hotels and Restaurants in the Murcia Region The business supplies restaurants, cafés, hotels, bars with catering and hostelry products For any restaurant, café, hotel or bar in the Cartagena area or across the Murcia Region, José Díaz is the leading supplier of a full..

Brexit interview with the British Ambassador to Spain Simon Manley answers questions about how Brexit will affect British nationals with an interest in Spain During the latter part of the week, British Ambassador to Spain, Simon Manley, visited the Region of Murcia, taking time from his busy schedule.. 15/07/2016

Basic information for pet-owners moving to Spain or taking on new petsBasic points to help keep your pet safe and healthy When moving to Spain it is important to note that there are a number of diseases and dangers for pets that aren't found in most other European countries and of which it is very useful to be aware..

Its a steal: how easily thieves can ruin your holiday Look after your passport – watch new videos that reveal the scams that thieves and pickpockets use With tens of thousands of British residents living in Spain, and millions of UK visitors heading for Spanish holiday resorts and beaches this summer.. 06/07/2015

Dog owners beware: stephanotis pods can kill dogs Urgent warning for dog owners Be aware that the seed pods of the Stephanotis plant, also known as Madagascar Jasmine, are lethal for dogs. This is a stunning plant with waxy green leaves and a beautiful white flower which gives off a gorgeous sweet.. 30/05/2015

Electronic prescriptions in the Region of Murcia Repeat prescriptions will no longer mean extra doctor’s appointments The health service of the Region of Murcia is introducing a new electronic prescription service which is designed to make the prescribing and dispensing of medication quicker.. 19/02/2015

Murcia desperate for blood donations: but they don´t want British blood It’s all down to Mad Cow Disease The annual outbreak of flu has not only pressurized Accident and Emergency Services this last few weeks, but has also created a problem for the Region of Murcia blood banks, as many habitual donors have not.. 18/02/2015

Changing a car to Spanish registration plates: the law as it stands When is it necessary to re-register a car with Spanish plates? The new Traffic and Road Safety law which came into force in April 2014 contained one point which has a large impact for foreign nationals who own vehicles in Spain and has caused a vast.. 11/10/2014

Moving to Spain? Think about Healthcare! Plan your healthcare before moving to Spain Moving to Spain, even if for just a few years, is a major decision, one of the most important elements which needs to be considered being planning your healthcare cover. The Spanish healthcare service.. 10/10/2014

New law: Traffic department laws relating to foreign registered vehicles Children under 16 must now wear cycle helmets, and children are not allowed in the front seat of a vehicle On 20th March 2014 the Spanish parliament passed its new law governing Traffic, Motor Vehicles and Road Safety, which contains a number of major.. 24/03/2014

Air Menor Plumbing and Air conditioning Services and Repairs Air Conditioning, heating and plumbing services Mar Menor Looking for quick and trustworthy Aircon, plumbing and heating services in the Mar Menor and Costa Blanca areas, then look no further. Air Menor is a family-run business provides installation and..

Beware bogus emails from the Tax office The Hacienda will never contact residents in this fashion. Bin them Beware the bogus websites Occasionally, someone will contact us concerned about an email they have received directly from the Spanish Tax Authority (Agencia Tributaria). Or so it.. 13/03/2013

Be warned, International Fraudsters take advantage of Spanish bank clearing times Fraudsters take advantage of ambiguity in bank statements Readers have contacted us to issue a warning with allegations of scams being perpetrated by fraudsters using the slowness of the cheque clearing system to extort cash from unwary expats. If.. 01/03/2013

The Datura Stramonium is a dangerous plant The Datura stramonium or jimson weed grows throughout the Region of Murcia This week national Spanish TV carried a report about a plant which is worryingly common throughout the Region of Murcia, the Datura stramonium plant, also known as jimson weed, devils..

Francisco Salzillo y Alcaraz, Brief Biography Francisco Salzillo, 1707-1783 Francisco Salzillo y Alcaraz, Born Murcia 12th May 1707 - 2nd March 1783 Francisco Salzillo was one of the greatest Spanish baroque sculptors, dedicated to producing religious works of the highest quality, renowned..

Regular Market Days in the Region of Murcia Regular market days in the Region of Murcia One of the great joys of shopping in Spain is the opportunity to buy fresh products and bargain clothes in the Spanish markets. Theyre awash with colour and noise, shopping trolleys jostling for..

Red Palm Weevil/ Picudo Rojo, Legal Disposal methods for infected trees. 2009-12-13 Trees with Red Palm Weevil/ Picudo Rojo do not have to be removed. It is possible to treat even a heavily infested tree. This is done by removing the crown of the tree and injecting a tree with a concentrated insecticide, which.. 13/12/2009

Health Provision and Insurance in Spain Healthcare in Murcia The question of whether we are entitled to receive healthcare in Spain is a complicated one, as it very much depends on the age and residency status of an individual. This attempts to clarify the system and help you..

Almonds General Information and Care Very Rare sight the Lesser spotted almond Cat Almonds Care,Harvesting, Co-operatives & general lnfo · ..

Where to go for HELP in Spain I need some help. Where can I go to find it here in Spain? You are not alone. There are many places that ex-pats can find help.One of the most important ports of call is the British Consulatein Alicante. Their excellent website gives a lot of information..

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