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Protesters dump rubbish bags in Alicante square to highlight 'dirty city' problemResidents accuse the council of years of poor street cleaning and demand urgent action to tackle worsening hygiene   A group of protestors gathered in Alicante’s City Hall Square on Monday July 14, piling up black bags of rubbish.. 16/07/2025

Naked body found floating off Alicante beachThe deceased was wearing nothing but flip-flops when he was discovered in Cabo de la Huerta The body of a man was found floating in the water on Monday July 14 near La Palmera cove, in the Cabo de la Huerta area of Alicante city, according to National.. 15/07/2025

The most dangerous roads in Murcia and Alicante: Drivers should beware these accident black spotsThe stretch of Spanish road with the most accidents and fatalities is in Alicante and two on the list are in Murcia A road traffic accident in the Region of Murcia We all know certain stretches of roads that are often fraught with dangerous.. 14/05/2025

Alicante province tops Blue Flag beaches leaderboardFind out which new beaches have gained or regained the prestigious award, and which have lost theirs in 2025 Poniente beach in Benidorm With a total of 89 Blue Flags, Alicante has received more of these distinctions than any other province.. 08/05/2025

Where to eat well in Alicante, according to the 2025 Michelin GuideAlicante leads the pack in the Valencian Community, with 24 standout restaurants proving you don't need a star to serve great food   Looking for a great place to eat in Alicante? You're in luck. The 2025 Michelin Guide has just been released..

Alicante's multi-lingual Tourist Bus returns for 2025Explore Alicante City for just €10 for adults and €5 for children The popular Alicante Tourist Bus is back for the 2025 season, offering an even better experience for those eager to explore the city’s stunning sights and rich history.. 20/03/2025

Noche de San Juan: Top 5 towns to celebrate the beach bonfire festival in SpainThe summer solstice festival of fireworks will take place throughout the country on Friday night, June 23 into the early hours of Saturday Summer is literally around the corner, and its arrival heralds the launch of the biggest and most famous festival..

Murcia trains to Valencia and Barcelona will now take 25 minutes longerRail traffic will be diverted to a single track so significant delays are expected for the next 2 years Passengers travelling to Barcelona on either of the two daily trains in each direction that connect the Region of Murcia with Spain’s second.. 08/09/2023

Telecable urges caution as more and more customers sign up for pirate IPTV servicesThe communications company offers secure television and internet access in Alicante and Murcia There are a host of live TV and sports streaming options on the market to watch television in English while in Spain, and while most are legitimate, some.. 04/05/2023

How to book an appointment for your flu vaccine in Alicante 2022Flu season is upon us again. Who should get vaccinated against flu this winter and how can you make an appointment? Influenza is a highly contagious viral epidemic disease that causes many people to get sick and die every year, especially the old and infirm..

Top beaches to visit in Alicante, Spain: Ultimate Costa Blanca South beach guideVisit the top beaches on Spain’s Costa Blanca in Alicante The Costa Blanca is a paradise strip of coastline on Spain’s eastern coast, in the Alicante province of Valencia. Encompassing such tourist hotspots as Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa..

What is the tourist tax, how much is it and where in Spain do you have to pay it?Tourist taxes are becoming more common in cities around the world, meaning holidaymakers having to pay extra for hotel rooms The tourist tax is a surcharge that, in the last few years before the Covid-19 pandemic, became popular in several cities that..

Ban on going bare-chested in the street amongst 24 civil restrictions in AlicanteNot wearing a shirt in the street, illegal camping and tampering with street furniture in the city of Alicante carries fines of up to 3,000 euros The Valencian Government controversially banned organised begging and prostitution .. 14/02/2022