ALICANTE NEWS

Alicante tourism breaks the €1 billion mark in April for the first timeRecord foreign visitor spending shows the Costa Blanca is proving far less seasonal than before Here's some great news for the Costa Blanca: foreign tourism brought in more than €1 billion to Alicante province in April for the first time ever.. 03/06/2026

Solar eclipse fever hits Spain but experts flag risks from sun, crowds and summer heatExperts highlight simple precautions as Spain prepares for one of its most watched sky events in decades The upcoming total solar eclipse on August 12 is already building plenty of excitement across Spain, with many people planning trips to catch.. 03/06/2026

Spain's favourite supermarket finally reopens on SundaysAround 320 stores in coastal and tourist areas across Spain will extend hours and open Sundays from June 22 Mercadona is bringing back Sunday opening at hundreds of stores across Spain for the summer in a move that will make life easier for holidaymakers.. 03/06/2026

Segura basin stays steady at 60% as summer water supply holds firmStrong reserves and stable transfers mean no shortages expected for the year ahead The Segura basin, which supplies water to both Murcia and Alicante, is heading into summer on a reassuring note, with water supplies holding steady and no risk.. 02/06/2026

Seven arrested for migrant smuggling using 'taxi boats' in Murcia, Almería and AlicanteA joint operation by Spanish and European police dismantles a suspected organised crime network moving migrants from North Africa to southern Spain A suspected criminal network accused of smuggling migrants into Spain using high-speed 'taxi.. 02/06/2026

Snake season is here: What to do if you spot one in SpainThe warmer weather brings snakes out of hiding, but most species found in Spain are harmless The horseshoe whip snake   As temperatures climb across Spain, there's one type of critter that becomes a lot more active and fills most people.. 02/06/2026

Thousands in Alicante province set for income tax cut under new regional plansThe Valencian government says the move is designed to help the "forgotten" middle classes Millions of people across the Valencian Community, including thousands living in Alicante province, could soon see their income tax bills reduced under.. 02/06/2026

Man arrested in Benidorm over alleged rental and property scamsInvestigators say tenants, holidaymakers and a prospective buyer handed over deposits for properties and a garage space, the suspect allegedly had no right to rent or sell A 59-year-old man has been arrested in Benidorm on suspicion of fraud, misappropriation.. 02/06/2026

People in Spain are working longer than most Europeans despite growing focus on work-life balanceNew figures show workers in Spain put in more hours than the EU average, while countries such as the Netherlands and Germany enjoy significantly shorter working weeks Workers in Spain are spending more time on the job than the average European employee.. 02/06/2026

From prison walls to the fairways of Mar Menor Golf: The long road back through musicAllan McCarthy opens up about recovery, second chances and how Murcia prison became the unlikely place where he formed his band Berlin90 Allan McCarthy's story is often told through extraordinary headlines about drugs, prison, a jailhouse.. 01/06/2026

British holidaymakers flock to the Costa Blanca for half-term breaksThe Costa Blanca joins Mallorca and Tenerife among Spain's most popular destinations for British travellers The Costa Blanca has once again proved to be a hit with British holidaymakers, with new figures showing the area was one of the most popular.. 01/06/2026

British tourist dies after sea rescue operation in FuerteventuraEmergency services were called after two swimmers got into difficulty at Playa del Águila A British tourist has died after being pulled from the sea during a rescue operation at Playa del Águila, also known locally as Playa de La.. 01/06/2026

Spain attracts more expats than any other EU country, but most don't stayMore than half of those who arrived in Spain between 2022 and 2024 have since left, according to a new report Spain may be attracting more immigrants than any other country in the European Union but a new study suggests it is also struggling to convince.. 01/06/2026

Heat alert activated as temperatures continue to rise: Alicante weather June 1-4Early intense summer heat expected across Alicante Province with a yellow warning in place and some areas set to hit around 40°C A hot and sunny weekend that saw temperatures reach around 36°C closed out the month of May. And June is coming.. 01/06/2026

Spain's pay rises still aren't reaching many workersAverage salaries are increasing, but millions in Spain are still earning close to €1,000 a month and regional and gender gaps remain wide Spain’s wages are continuing to rise on paper, helped in part by repeated increases to the minimum wage.. 29/05/2026

German expat in wheelchair dies in horrific elevator accident at her Alicante villaThe 76-year-old became trapped in the external freight elevator at her home in Jávea A 76-year-old German woman has died after becoming trapped in a freight elevator at her villa in Jávea in a tragic accident that has left neighbours.. 29/05/2026

Spanish morning show mistakes Irish comedy sketch for genuine sunburn competitionAnyone who has spent a summer in Spain will understand exactly why Spanish television thought the sketch might actually be real Ireland is experiencing a heatwave at the moment, and in between articles about how the country is somehow hotter than.. 29/05/2026

Missing British woman found safe near Valencia but beloved dog still missingWendy Iles, 68, disappeared while travelling back to the UK from the Costa Blanca after her campervan reportedly broke down A British woman who vanished near Valencia after becoming stranded during a journey back to the UK has now been found safe.. 29/05/2026

Even hotter temperatures on the way: Alicante weekend weather May 28-31Alicante is heading into another hot weekend, with rising temperatures and mostly clear, sunny skies April 2026 has now officially been confirmed as the hottest April on record in Spain, according to AEMET data. And that trend looks set to continue.. 28/05/2026

Caring for elderly relatives in Spain could unlock extra financial supportFrom monthly payments to pension protection and home adaptation grants, carers may be entitled to more help than they realise Looking after an elderly or dependent family member can place huge emotional and financial pressure on families, especially when.. 28/05/2026