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Corvera airport gets set for a busy summer with flights to 20 destinationsThe Region of Murcia International Airport launches its high season this Sunday with new routes and stronger passenger growth The summer season is already getting under way at the Region of Murcia International Airport, better known as Corvera, and this.. 30/03/2026

62 kilometres of new hiking and cycling trails coming to Murcia's forestsCycling and walking paths, a campsite and viewpoints are all part of the plan to make Murcia's forests easier to explore  In the next few weeks, work will start in Coto Cuadros and Los Ásperos, as well as in Valle y Carrascoy. These.. 30/03/2026

Warming Up After a Chilly Start: Murcia Weekly Weather Forecast March 31-April 2A cooler Monday gives way to brighter, milder days with sunshine and calm spring breezes After a cloudy and unsettled weekend across Region of Murcia, the start of both April and Semana Santa looks calmer and gradually warmer, with plenty of spring sunshine.. 30/03/2026

FixTech brings expert computer repairs to your door across the Region of MurciaWith more 22 years of experience, FixTech offers a full range of computer repairs, sales and tech services If your computer has decided to stop cooperating, you don't have to pack it up and haul it to a shop. Alex Woods and the team at FixTech.. 30/03/2026

April's Pink Moon kicks off a month of changing skies over SpainThe full moon, a pitch-black sky and everything in between: your guide to April's lunar cycle April is shaping up to be a good month for anyone who enjoys watching the night sky in Spain, kicking off with a full moon on Thursday April 2 and running.. 30/03/2026

Clocks go forward in Spain but energy savings remain minimalExperts say the twice-yearly time change has far less impact on bills than many people think Spain has officially moved into summer time after clocks went forward in the early hours of Sunday March 29, but the long-standing justification for the change.. 30/03/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 30/03/2026

Murcia's GP demand soars as frequent visits highlight strain on healthcare systemHigh patient demand and low nurse usage underline ongoing pressures in regional health services Patients in the Region of Murcia are among the most frequent visitors to family doctors in Spain, according to new data that sheds further light on the pressures.. 30/03/2026

Spanish airport strike threat before Easter could disrupt millions of passengersGround staff at 12 airports spread across Spain are threatening to walk out from March 27 Anyone heading to Spain this Easter could face delays, disruption and even flight cancellations, with fresh airport strikes on the cards at some of the country.. 27/03/2026

Clocks go forward this Sunday 29th March 2026: All you need to know about daylight saving timeSpain is counting down to the start of daylight savings time later this month Just as we were getting used to the winter routine, the clocks are about to change once more. If you’ve found yourself wondering whether they go forward or back this.. 27/03/2026

Spain to scrap IVA for thousands of self-employed workersFreelancers in Spain earning under €85,000 set to save time, stress and around €660 a year There’s finally some welcome news for often neglected autónomos in Spain that could make a real difference both financially and day to.. 27/03/2026

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..

The white diamond road sign in Spain: Don’t get caught outIt marks a special lane for shared cars, but misuse can lead to a €200 fine If you’ve been driving around Spain lately and spotted a white diamond symbol on a blue background, you might have wondered what it means. This sign is popping up more often..

Bullfighting crowds fall sharply despite funding and pockets of renewed interestNew report points to long-term decline in attendance even as subsidies and tourism keep the tradition visible Bullfighting in Spain may still be making headlines, but new figures suggest the reality inside the arenas tells a very different story. &.. 27/03/2026

Mercadona unveils first next-generation 'Store 9' supermarket in MurciaNew Águilas store promises more fresh produce space, smoother shopping and greener technology Mercadona has opened its first ‘Store 9’ supermarket in the Region of Murcia, bringing a new style of shopping to Águilas with a strong.. 27/03/2026

Jumilla cleans up the area around the 17th-century aqueduct just outside the townThe Acueducto del Pontón stands in an area formerly used for salt production in Jumilla At a cost of just 2,500 euros the Town Hall of Jumilla has completed a clean-up of the area around the historic Acueducto del Pontón just outside the.. 26/03/2026

Fears of burglary and squatting rise in Murcia as most homes still lack alarmsNew report reveals growing concern over home security, with cost seen as a major barrier to better protection Concerns about home security are on the rise in the Region of Murcia, even though relatively few households have installed alarm systems. &.. 26/03/2026

Pat Metheny returns to San Javier for the Jazz Festival in JulyOther artists already confirmed include Camille Thurman, Young Gun Silver Fox, The Brand New Heavies, Carles Benavent and Chico Pérez It has been confirmed at the presentation of the official poster for the 28th edition of the San Javier International.. 26/03/2026

Increased tourist information services in Lorca during Easter WeekHotel occupancy rates are at 100 per cent as visitors flock to Lorca for Semana Santa As Semana Santa begins across Spain the sense of anticipation in Lorca is growing, with the city gearing itself up for the spectacular parades and the massive influx.. 26/03/2026

Brussels to probe Zincsas toxic waste scandal in CartagenaEuropean Parliament set to scrutinise years of local inaction on hazardous site After more than 15 years of complaints from Cartagena residents about dangerous waste from the former Española del Zinc factory, the European Parliament is finally.. 25/03/2026