MAR MENOR GOLF RESORT, LOCAL NEWS

August 15 is a national holiday in Spain for the Feast of the AssumptionThis holiday in mid-August is a day off work for many businesses in Spain August 15 is a public holiday in Spain and other predominantly Catholic countries like Italy because it is the Feast of the Assumption, known in Spanish as ‘Fiesta de.. 14/08/2025

Breezy but boiling hot: Murcia weather forecast August 14-17Most of Murcia is on high alert for extreme and dangerous temperatures this weekend Weather alerts in the Region of Murcia this Saturday August 16   Spain’s second summer heatwave is set to stick around a bit longer and the Region.. 14/08/2025

From Westminster to southern Spain: Michael Portillo’s journey to CartagenaThe broadcaster and former UK minister shares his love of Spain, travel and connecting with people during his latest filming trip   Cartagena may be baking in the August heat, but Michael Portillo looks perfectly at ease. The former Conservative cabinet..

Mar Menor inches towards health with more good results this weekAfter reaching dangerous highs, the temperature of the lagoon has stabilised at 29ºC The Mar Menor is showing signs of recovery after a worrying heat spike in July pushed its water temperature dangerously high. As we reach mid-August, the lagoon.. 14/08/2025

Ryanair threatens to pull flights from even more Spanish airportsThe Irish airline says it plans to cut “almost a million” seats in Spain in the coming months As if the strikes planned to begin this week weren’t bad enough, Ryanair has dealt yet another devastating blow with the news that it&rsquo.. 14/08/2025

Murcia-Almería train line pushed back to 2027After years of delays and setbacks, the long-promised high-speed rail link between Murcia and Almería is finally taking shape Work is gathering pace on the long-awaited high-speed railway connection between Murcia and Almería, with the.. 14/08/2025

Which shops and supermarkets are open in the Region of Murcia this August 15 bank holiday?Find out which establishments will be closing this Friday, the feast day of Our Lady of the Assumption and a national holiday in Spain This Friday August 15 marks the Feast of Our Lady of the Assumption, a public holiday across Spain, including the.. 14/08/2025

Watch! Murcia bricklayers make a splash with surprising improvised poolWorkers turn a construction loader into a makeshift pond to beat the summer heat @manolito6899 #calor #murciaexiste #construction #murcia #albañil ♬ El Verano Ya Llego - Verano Band   Summer in Spain often means sun, beach&.. 13/08/2025

Murcia became Spain's most affordable region in JulyInflation in the Region of Murcia fell to 1.4%, the lowest in all of Spain While we all know the price of everything from the weekly grocery shop to a tank of fuel is going nowhere but up, it seems consumers in the Region of Murcia are faring better.. 13/08/2025

Latest news on the fires in Spain todayHeat, storms, and wind are complicating the fight against the blazes, which are ravaging thousands of hectares. Spain continues to burn for another day, with more than 20,000 hectares scorched this August and thousands of people evacuated. A combination.. 13/08/2025

Illegal anchoring and speeding spark fresh anger in the Mar MenorResidents demand tougher enforcement as fines double and boat gatherings overwhelm the lagoon   The summer boating season in the Mar Menor is sparking renewed frustration among locals. Complaints are mounting about overcrowded boats, jet skis.. 13/08/2025

Older cars drive up Spain's used vehicle pricesSecond hand car prices reached an all-time high across Spain in July Most people new to car shopping get a bit of a shock when they step foot on a Spanish forecourt and see the extortionate price second hand bangers are going for, but believe it or.. 13/08/2025

Los Alcázares heading for record summer as tourist figures soarThe wide range of events and activities helps hotel occupany rates shoot up in Los Alcázares Official data compiled by the Town Hall of Los Alcázares show that tourism in the municipality enjoyed a boom during the month of June and July.. 13/08/2025

Hundreds join hands to “embrace” the Mar Menor in global show of supportFifth annual human chain calls for urgent action to protect the troubled lagoon   For the fifth summer in a row, locals and holidaymakers lined the shores of the Mar Menor to form a huge human chain, symbolically wrapping the saltwater lagoon.. 12/08/2025

Spain is tightening pension eligibility starting this August: find out if this applies to youMake sure your pension payments are up to date as this change takes effect across Spain Earlier this year, the Spanish government introduced several welcome pension measures designed to make active retirement more financially attractive. They also.. 12/08/2025

Can a lifeguard really fine you for swimming under a red flag?A Spanish lawyer clears up the confusion over beach safety rules and who actually has the power to sanction   It is a familiar sight on Spanish beaches in the summer. The red flag is flying, the waves are rough, and a lifeguard is blowing.. 12/08/2025

When to get the best view of the shooting star show of the summerMake a wish as the Perseids meteor shower is reaching its peak One of the year’s most anticipated astronomical events occurs every August, the Perseids meteor show, which is better known in Spain as “las lágrimas de San Lorenzo.. 12/08/2025

Never too late to learn: Caser Residencial brings digital skills to older adultsInnovative Applícate project helps residents in Lorca and Murcia gain confidence with technology   Technology isn’t only for the young. It can be a powerful way to connect, learn and feel empowered at any stage of life. Last .. 12/08/2025

Spain raises a glass to non-alcoholic beer as it tops Europe in sales and productionThe alcohol-free alternative now makes up 14% of all beer sold in Spain and is a regular feature of social life, from tapas to road trips Spain has taken the number one spot in Europe for both the consumption and production of non-alcoholic beer, as drinkers.. 11/08/2025

Spain begins relocating migrant minors from Canary IslandsThe first group of 10 children will be rehoused in mainland Spain this Monday   The Spanish government has begun transferring unaccompanied migrant minors from overcrowded reception centres in the Canary Islands to other regions of mainland Spain.. 11/08/2025