ALICANTE NEWS

Ryanair is bringing in earlier check-in times across Spain and beyondThe Irish budget airline has confirmed changes to its check-in closing times at all airports in its network Ryanair has announced a shake-up to its check-in process that means some passengers will need to arrive at the airport a little earlier than.. 22/04/2026

Spain's endangered 'sad duck' makes a comeback after €6.37m wetland rescue projectWetland restoration across Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia has helped nearly quadruple breeding numbers since 2021 Often described as Spain’s “sad-looking” duck thanks to the dark markings around its eyes, the marbled teal is starting.. 22/04/2026

Where to find electric car charging points in Spain using this live mapA simple online map shows thousands of charging locations across Spain and helps plan longer journeys If you drive an electric car in Spain, knowing where to charge it can feel like a bit of a guessing game. And no motorist wants to feel lost when.. 22/04/2026

Safety boost for Torrevieja street market as ambulance service introduced on FridaysThe emergency services will be available at the hugely popular Antonio Soria Park market from April 24 Torrevieja’s massively popular Friday street market is set to have its own ambulance service on site from April 24, in a move aimed at improving.. 22/04/2026

Spain air travel row grows as airlines deny fuel crisis while others warn of shortagesConflicting messages leave travellers unsure whether to book their flights to Spain now or wait as fuel costs surge Airlines and aviation experts are sending very mixed signals right now, leaving holidaymakers in Spain unsure whether they should be.. 22/04/2026

Queues, confusion and pressure as Spain's migrant regularisation opens nationwideApplicants face long waits and system issues while councils warn of strain on local services  Spain’s new migrant regularisation process has begun with scenes of long queues, technical problems and growing pressure on local services, as thousands.. 21/04/2026

Get paid to recycle: Spain is finally introducing its long-awaited deposit return schemeThe new deposit and return scheme for drinks cans and plastic bottles will be rolled out across Spain in November Spain is finally catching up with much of Europe by introducing a deposit return scheme for drinks containers, and not before time.. 21/04/2026

Spain sees early surge in measles cases as experts warn of spring spread riskOver 100 infections already recorded this year, with vaccination key to preventing further outbreaks Spain has reported 101 measles cases in the first two months of 2026, making it the second most affected country in the EU so far this year. &.. 21/04/2026

Spain petrol station workers announce strike during busy May bank holidayDrivers across Spain could be stuck with empty tanks on key dates over the long weekend Drivers heading off for the May bank holiday in Spain could face disruption at petrol stations after unions confirmed strike action that will hit both the start.. 21/04/2026

Child abductions in Spain rise sharply over the last decadeOfficial figures show a 73% increase, with 2023 recording the highest number of cases Child abductions in Spain have risen by around 73% over the last 10 years, according to the annual missing persons report produced by the National Centre for Missing.. 20/04/2026

Big changes to pet travel rules between the UK and Spain come into force this AprilFrom April 22, UK residents will no longer be able to rely on EU-issued passports when travelling to Europe with their pets If you regularly travel between the UK and Spain with your dog, cat or ferret, there’s an important update coming into.. 20/04/2026

Spain-bound Brits warned to arrive early after new EU border system causes travel chaosMore than 100 easyJet passengers missed a flight home to the UK from Milan at the weekend after getting stuck in biometric queues Scenes of utter chaos unfolded at Milan's Linate airport over the weekend, where more than 100 passengers missed.. 17/04/2026

Fuel costs are pushing more drivers towards electric carsRising petrol and diesel prices are making electric motoring look far more attractive in Spain The latest surge in fuel prices across Spain, is giving electric cars a stronger sales pitch. With petrol and diesel becoming much more expensive, the cost.. 17/04/2026

Spain's holiday season under threat as airlines warn they could run out of jet fuel within weeksRyanair is warning of potential supply disruptions across Spain in May and June unless the Iran conflict ends soon Spain's summer tourism season is facing a potentially serious threat. The ongoing war in Iran is causing real alarm among airlines.. 17/04/2026

Hope and long queues as Spain's migrant regularisation beginsFirst day brings uncertainty, urgency and the human stories behind the headlines Spain’s new immigration regularisation process has begun with a mix of hope, confusion and long queues, as thousands of people across the country rushed to start their.. 17/04/2026

Spain to launch 400 prefix to help spot spam business callsThe new rule aims to make commercial calls easier to spot and cut the risk of phone scams From October, all business calls in Spain will have to use the new 400 prefix, under regulations introduced by the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public.. 17/04/2026

Spain opens applications for its most controversial immigration plan in historyThe plan could hand residency and work rights to half a million undocumented migrants in Spain Spain has launched one of the most talked-about and controversial immigration measures in recent memory, opening online applications today, Thursday April.. 16/04/2026

Benidorm leads as foreign tourists splash out more in the Valencian CommunityVisitors spent €140 a day on average last year, staying nine days and boosting sun, beach and culture trips The Valencian Community welcomed 12.422 million foreign tourists in 2025, almost half a million more than the year before, according to the.. 15/04/2026

Spain braces for a potential super El Niño summerExperts give it a 61% chance of bringing hotter temperatures and more persistent heat across the country Spain could be in for an especially warm summer if a strong El Niño pattern develops, as experts are now watching closely for what they call.. 15/04/2026

Minor earthquake shakes Oliva on the Valencia coastIt was small enough to cause no damage or concern, but enough for locals to pick up the phone A minor earthquake was felt in the coastal town of Oliva on Sunday April 12 at around 8pm. According to the National Geographic Institute's seismology.. 15/04/2026