MURCIA LIFESTYLE

Medical, surgical and hospital cover: Essential for expatriates Starting a new life in Spain means embracing new experiences, traditions and a different way of life. To fully enjoy this new stage, it is essential to feel protected. For this reason, having health insurance with medical, surgical and hospital cover.. 05/03/2026

Blacktower Financial: Celebrating 40 years of International Wealth ManagementHow economic change, expat growth and regulation have shaped modern financial planning across Spain Why 40 years matters   In financial planning, experience cannot be fast-tracked. As Blacktower marks its 40th anniversary in 2026, it is an.. 05/03/2026

Digital life in Spain is getting easier for expatsFrom banking apps to online shops, settling in has never been simpler Moving to Spain used to mean choosing between stunning views and everyday conveniences like fast internet or familiar services. Those days are fading fast. Whether you're in a bustling.. 04/03/2026

5 essential estate planning considerations for British expats in Spain from Thy Will Be DoneThy Will Be Done breaks down the five things British expats in Spain really shouldn't overlook when it comes to protecting their family's future For British nationals living in Spain, having a solid estate plan in place is one of the most.. 04/03/2026

European Bizum arrives: Free instant payments across Germany, Portugal, Italy and the Nordics from 2026Spanish mobile payment system joins forces with Wero, MB Way, Bancomat and Vipps MobilePay to allow cross-border transfers across 13 countries Free instant payments between Spain and much of Europe are set to become a reality from 2026, after Bizum agreed.. 04/03/2026

Spain is quietly becoming a world leader in battery powerThe April 2025 blackout exposed a serious gap in Spain's energy network and the country is now doing something about it Spain has quietly built one of the most impressive renewable energy networks in the world. By 2024, no major economy came close.. 03/03/2026

When are the public holidays in Spain during Easter 2026?This year, Holy Week in Spain includes several public holidays during which businesses and schools will be closed Christmas and New Year feel like a distant memory at this stage and most of us are probably ready for a bit of a break. The good news.. 03/03/2026

Why are smoke alarms still so rare in Spanish homes?A simple €15 device could cut the number of fire deaths in the country Personal security is front and centre in many Spanish homes, with bars on windows guarding against break-ins. Yet fire safety, something as straightforward as a smoke alarm, often..

Murcia families lean on electricity voucher as bills hit €85 a monthOver 71,000 households now benefit from the social bonus amid rising energy costs If your electricity bills are feeling the pinch in Murcia, you are not alone. New figures show the Social Electricity Bonus is helping more than 71,000 households here keep.. 27/02/2026

Campervans are taking over Murcia's shopping centre car parksThe campervan debate divides opinion everywhere in Spain, but in Murcia it's becoming impossible to ignore What was once a straightforward place to leave your car at Murcia's Thader shopping centre has transformed into something resembling.. 25/02/2026

Café Bar Yemanjá set to reopen for the season from this date!After a winter break, Cabo de Palos’s favourite bar is reopening for the spring and summer season from this March Café Bar Yemanjá in Cabo de Palos will reopen its doors on Saturday March 14, welcoming customers from 10am to 4pm.. 24/02/2026

Try your luck with Espacio Mediterráneo's new 'Scratch off an Extra' promoA fun digital game, instant prizes and the chance to win a €100 Carrefour gift card every month If you love a good surprise (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t), Espacio Mediterráneo in Cartagena has just launched something that.. 24/02/2026

Do you have assets outside Spain? You may need to file modelo 720 before March 31LS Solicitors outline what Spanish tax residents need to know about declaring property, savings and investments abroad If you are resident in Spain and hold assets in another country, the Assets Abroad Declaration, also known as modelo or Form 720.. 24/02/2026

Looking for work? CHM is hiring a full-time technician in CamposolCamposol Heating and Maintenance SL is looking for a reliable new team member to join the company on a full-time, permanent basis Camposol Heating and Maintenance SL, also known as CHM, carries out work on gas water heaters, oil boilers, heating systems.. 19/02/2026

Parking woes worsen as Murcia garage prices climbGarages in the Region are now 7% more expensive than last year, with averages close to 10,000 euros despite still being among the cheapest in Spain Parking has long been a headache in the Region of Murcia and, with on-street and public car parks getting.. 18/02/2026

Murcia photo of the month February 2026Here’s the February image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC) LADCC runs a monthly competition for its members and, at the club´s last meeting, the topics for this year were confirmed. This has thrown.. 16/02/2026

Los Narejos shopping centre gets a second life as the new Mar Menor Leisure CentreAfter years of neglect, the former Las Velas centre is being transformed and will reopen this summer with six cinemas, outdoor terraces and fresh energy There’s finally light at the end of the tunnel for Los Narejos’ once bustling shopping.. 16/02/2026

Spain becomes the cheapest solar energy market in Europe as prices hit four-year lowCompanies like Ecocorp Solar can help homeowners in Spain cash in on renewable savings Spain has cemented its position as Europe's cheapest market for solar energy, with long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) now at their lowest prices since 2021..

Spain's population hits 49.6 million with foreign-born milestoneOne in five residents now born abroad as migration drives record growth Spain's population has reached a new high of 49,570,725 as of January 1, 2026, up 442,428 from last year, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INE). For the.. 13/02/2026

April 10: Full day trip to Benidorm with Raquel Tours with pickups from Murcia resortsSun, sea and tapas await on a full-day Benidorm adventure with convenient pick-ups from Costa Cálida resorts Pack your sunglasses and your sense of adventure because Raquel Tours is heading to Benidorm on Friday April 10 for a day full of sun.. 13/02/2026