GRANADA ANDALUCIA

Near-hurricane winds hit Granada: Understanding the rare thermal explosionPowerful sudden gusts of wind surprise the coast of Motril causing damage and prompting safety warnings   Last Sunday, bathers and residents along the Motril coast in Granada experienced a sudden and powerful thermal explosion, marked by intense.. 20/08/2025

Málaga and Cádiz ports lead Andalucía's cruise surge as summer arrivals soarOver 70% of regional cruise ships dock in Málaga and Cádiz as passenger numbers break new records   The cruise scene in Andalucía is heating up this summer, with Málaga and Cádiz out in front, accounting.. 19/08/2025

Foreign man detained for deliberately setting fire to Santiago Apóstol church in GranadaForeign national arrested after church fire in El Pozuelo, Granada A foreign man was arrested on Sunday August 17 following a fire at the Santiago Apóstol church in El Pozuelo, a neighbourhood of Albuñol in Granada. Officials told Europa.. 18/08/2025

Spanish police reissue advice to check if your home has been targeted by burglarsTricks include markers to indicate whether the front door has been opened or the occupants are away Every summer, when many homes across Spain are left empty while the occupants go on holiday, burglars take advantage to break in and steal people.. 13/08/2025

Tourism on the rise: 16 million visitors choose Andalucía in just six monthsMost tourists stayed in hotels, spent more, and gave their trip a near-perfect score Andalucía is having a strong year for tourism, with more than 16.6 million people visiting the region in the first half of 2025 - a 1.9% increase on last year.. 08/08/2025

Harness the sun and cut your bills with Ecocorp Solar SpainCustom solar energy solutions designed for real homes and real savings We are now at the sunniest peak of the Spanish summer. The days are long, the skies are clear and the sunshine is intense. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of one.. 06/08/2025

Soak for free in Granada's hidden thermal pool with ancient healing watersNatural mineral baths, dramatic scenery and a splash of history at the Zújar hot springs Tucked away in the province of Granada is a little-known natural wonder that’s completely free to enjoy – the thermal springs of Zújar...

Discover Spain's most enchanting destinationsFrom stunning coastlines to dramatic mountains, these are the country’s must-see destinations Spain is packed with breathtaking landscapes, historic cities, and hidden gems that make it one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Whether.. 26/02/2025

All Granada airport flight destinations for summer 2025: No London and no ParisThese are all the flight routes scheduled for the Granada Airport summer high season 2025 Granada Airport’s summer 2025 schedule has been confirmed, and with it comes some disappointing news for international travellers. Flights to Paris and.. 19/02/2025

Pioneering weather technology set to transform Granada airport operations by 2026A new satellite navigation system will solve runway limitations and reduce diversions   Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is set to overcome a long-standing operational handicap with the introduction of a satellite navigation.. 07/01/2025

The must-visit ski resort in the south of Spain where the sun shines 320 days of the yearIf you are dreaming of a white Christmas or an adventurous escape this winter, the Sierra Nevada might just be right for you   The Sierra Nevada, Granada, boasts 320 days of sunshine a year, and it is Europe's most southern standing ski resort..

Where to get your solar panels and how to get the most out of themHere are the most overlooked details when purchasing solar panels   So, you’ve decided to install solar panels at home, but now what? Without the right suppliers and the correct advice it can be very difficult to know how to make your.. 31/10/2024

Escaping the heat: The towns in Andalusia where heatwaves do not existThe temperature almost never exceeds 30ºC in these four Andalucía municipalities Plaza de Villaluenga del Rosario   While much of Spain sizzles under the scorching sun during summer heatwaves, there are a few hidden gems in.. 01/08/2024

The beaches in Spain where you are likely to spot a sharkShark alerts startle beachgoers almost every summer in Spain Beachgoers are normally concerned with little more than stinging jellyfish and slimy seaweed but every so often things take a more ominous turn. Spain is not typically known for shark-infested.. 18/06/2024

Science museum Granada: What to do in Granada capital city with kidsEntertain the children and enjoy a fun day out in central Granada learning about astronomy, animals and more The Ciudad de las Ciencias (Science City) science museum in Granada, also known as the Parque de las Ciencias (Science Park), is just a short walk..

The 2024 Holy Jubilee Year in Caravaca de la CruzThe Jubilee in Caravaca is a culturally and socially dynamic event as well as one of great religious significance (Source: ITREM, tourist board of the Region of Murcia) When Pope John Paul II granted a Holy Jubilee Year to Caravaca de la Cruz in 1998..

Visit the Mirador de San Nicolas viewpoint in Granada for amazing viewsThis emblematic Andalucian vantage point boasts the most stunning sunset in the world Ever since Bill Clinton visited Granada in 1997 and declared that he had witnessed “the most beautiful sunset in the world”, the Mirador de San Nicol.. 03/01/2024

Granada and the historic Alhambra palace: Unmissable tourist attraction in SpainThe Alhambra continues to be one of the biggest draws in Spain   Granada is only the 19th largest municipality in Spain in terms of population, but is without a doubt one of the best known cities internationally and attracts a large volume of visitors..

Granada unveils first bicycle travel guide for the Camino de SantiagoThe guide offers an alternative pilgrimage for the growing number of cyclists travelling to Andalucía The Provincial Tourist Board of Granada has presented its first travel guide for the Camino de Santiago (Saint James’s Way), aimed.. 01/01/2023

INTERACTIVE MAP: where are the invisible speed cameras located in Spain?Spain has nearly 50 laser-powered radars that are hard to detect and which try to catch speeding drivers Speeding is one of the main causes of traffic accidents in Spain. That’s why the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has increased control.. 10/03/2022