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Introduction to San Javier
San Javier is one of four municipalities whose identity is inextricably intertwined with that of Europe's largest inland saltwater lake, the Mar Menor.
73 kilometres of interior waterfronts and over 40 kilometres of beaches are enclosed by a 21-kilometre long sandspit, La Manga del Mar Menor creating unique bathing conditions with warm, shallow water.
Non-resident homeowners in Spain: What you need to know in 2025Here’s what you need to know about paying taxes if you own a home in Spain but don’t live in the country full time From golden beaches to lively cities, it’s no wonder Spain continues to attract international property buyers..
Kitesurfer dies off the coast of La MangaThree fellow surfers brought the body to shore after spotting the man face down in the water A man died while kitesurfing off the coast of La Manga del Mar Menor this Thursday afternoon, April 10, after being found face down in the water.. 11/04/2025
New high-tech tool to track the health of the Mar MenorAn algorithm will monitor the chlorophyll level of the Mar Menor using satellite images A team of Spanish researchers has developed an innovative tool called Bela, designed to monitor the health of the Mar Menor lagoon using satellite images. This.. 11/04/2025
Make the most of the spring clock change: Cut your energy bills and enjoy the longer daysConsult Spanish Energy to find out how you can save on your electricity bills this spring and summer With the clocks having recently gone forward for Daylight Saving Time in Spain, we can finally enjoy longer, brighter days. However, while the extra.. 11/04/2025
Muddy rain returns to Murcia as Easter begins: Weekend weather forecast April 10-14Storm Olivier will bring muddy showers and a drop in stability after a warm, sunny start to April The recent spell of warm and stable weather in the Region of Murcia could be about to end, with rain forecast to return just as Easter Week begins, combined.. 10/04/2025
Videos show beautiful blue 'jellyfish' wash up on Murcia beaches in their thousandsThe harmless marine visitors have sparked surprise along the Costa Cálida and Costa Blanca ¿Recuerdan el varamiento masivo de #VelellaVelella hace unos días en costas mediterráneas? Esta mañana (09/04/2025.. 09/04/2025
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Stolen cigarette machine and car found abandoned after Murcia petrol station robberyPolice discover stolen items on a San Javier farm after a robbery in San Pedro del Pinatar In the early hours of Monday morning, April 7, San Javier Local Police made an unexpected find on a farm in the Las Claras area. A stolen Volkswagen Golf.. 09/04/2025
Puerto Mayor project in La Manga finally set for full dismantlingAfter years of delays, the failed marina scheme will be removed and the damaged coastline restored Nearly 20 years after construction first began on the ill-fated Puerto Mayor marina beside the Estacio canal in La Manga del Mar Menor, the Spanish.. 09/04/2025
Luxurious 4-bedroom villa for sale in Los Alcázares, Murcia for €468,000 with Simply Spanish HomesSpacious, stylish and fully furnished villa on a double-size plot just 10 minutes from the sea Looking for your dream home in the sun? This beautifully presented 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom detached villa in Los Alcázares could be the perfect.. 08/04/2025
Students at Las Claras del Mar Menor school take part in photography competition to practise their English“It’s nice to see a phone being used for something creative rather than a doom scroll” This spring, art students at the Las Claras del Mar Menor bilingual high school in Los Alcázares took part in a photography competition.. 08/04/2025
Anti-jellyfish nets could return to the Mar Menor this summerA 20-day window is now open for public feedback on the regional government’s proposal The Mar Menor could see the return of anti-jellyfish nets this summer, though for now it’s just a possibility and not a done deal. The coastal authority.. 07/04/2025
New bike lane connects San Javier with Los AlcázaresThe cycle path stretches almost 2 kilometres from the old San Javier airport A new section of cycling lane, running from the roundabout at the old San Javier airport to the border with Los Alcázares, was inaugurated on Friday April 4. Lots.. 04/04/2025
Murcia photo of the month April 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC) In Spain, and in particular Murcia, we are blessed with an outdoor lifestyle and, with this in mind, the LADCC were asked to capture ‘Nature..
Mar Menor beaches prepare for Easter with swimmer safety systemBuoys will be installed on all the Mar Menor beaches to warn swimmers of boats and jet skis While massive clean-up operations are still underway on most beaches in southern Spain following the recent March storms, the Mar Menor is gearing up for a.. 03/04/2025
Why doesn't Spain celebrate April Fools' Day?The Spanish have their own practical joke day, but it's in December, not on April 1... Every year on April 1, people in the English-speaking world become a little more sceptical about what they read and see online, and become wary of friends and.. 01/04/2025
