ALICANTE CITY, COSTA BLANCA NEWS

Alicante invites UK travellers with culture, food and sportTourism team showcases the city in Leeds and Newcastle as British visitor numbers rise Alicante has been busy flying the flag in the UK, with the Alicante City&Beach Tourism Board staging two promotional events in Leeds and Newcastle to show off the.. 04/02/2026

Rising rat sightings spark warning from environmental health experts across SpainProfessionals call for coordinated action as rodents are increasingly spotted in towns and city centres Environmental health specialists are warning that rats are becoming more visible in towns and cities across Spain, and they say the problem will only.. 03/02/2026

New Alicante Airport bus still bypasses Orihuela Costa despite connecting 16 townsThe €1.5 million service links the Vega Baja with the airport but misses out one of the region's biggest tourist hotspots A new public bus service connecting the Vega Baja region with Alicante-Elche Airport launched on February 1 but still.. 03/02/2026

Alicante boosts night bus safety for womenMore stops planned on existing routes after rejecting new night network Alicante's Ayuntamiento is taking practical steps to make night buses safer, particularly for women and young people. Instead of creating new late-night routes, they'll add.. 02/02/2026

Man climbs on Vueling plane roof causing a two-hour delay in ValenciaFlight to Amsterdam delayed by two hours after a 24-year-old climbs onto the roof of a Vueling plane at Valencia's Manises Airport It's not every day you see someone climb onto the roof of a plane, but that's exactly what happened at.. 02/02/2026

February 12-March 8 Alicante Carnival 2026: Your guide to the fun aheadRamblero Saturday headlines fun from Thursday February 12 to Sunday March 8 January has felt like a long month, but Alicante has something exciting to look forward to with Carnival 2026 just around the corner. One of the most beloved and vibrant celebrations.. 30/01/2026

Costa Blanca tees up Canadian golfers with first Toronto trade show tripAlicante aims to lure 600,000 snowbound players to its 30 sunny courses from October to May Alicante is swinging for a new market: Canada’s 600,000 golfers who can’t get a round in during their long, cold winters. A delegation from the Costa.. 28/01/2026

Jet2 and Vueling set the pace for another busy summer at Alicante-Elche airportUK and European routes expand again as airlines build on a record-breaking year Plans for summer 2026 are already pointing towards another very strong season at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, with airlines steadily rolling out bigger.. 28/01/2026

When the unexpected happens: Expert repatriation support for expats in SpainHow Alliance Pioneer Group supports expatriates in Spain with professional medical repatriation services   By Tom Sheen, APG   For many expatriates, Spain represents a new chapter – better weather, a slower pace of life and.. 28/01/2026

Alicante and Benidorm celebrate record tourism year as Costa Blanca momentum buildsStrong international demand, festivals and events drive a standout year for the province’s biggest destinations The Costa Blanca’s two tourism heavyweights have closed 2025 on a high, with both Alicante city and Benidorm reporting record-breaking.. 23/01/2026

Police free kidnapped Norwegian in Alicante in 72 hoursFour arrested after alleged Swedish mafia gang demands €70,000 ransom A Norwegian man kidnapped in Alicante has been rescued by the Policía Nacional just 72 hours after his abduction, in an operation targeting the Swedish criminal organisation.. 23/01/2026

Date set for opening of Wetherspoon pub at Alicante AirportA chance for a pint and a feeling of home for UK passengers at Alicante Airport as Wetherspoon confirms opening of its first European pub It’s official: Wetherspoon will be opening its first pub abroad in continental Europe, which will be at.. 19/01/2026

Caser Cuidados offers professional home care services to older people in MurciaCaser Residencial’s personalised home assistance helps people remain in their own homes for as long as possible Caser Cuidados is the home care service offered by Caser Residencial designed to make daily life easier and safer for those who need.. 07/01/2026

Should Brits resident in Spain still have their passports stamped at the airport? Here's the truth...Some people who shouldn't do are still getting stamps in their passports when they cross international borders as the rules around the new Entry/Exit System are not yet clear to all Confusion and consternation among British travellers about passport.. 16/12/2025

Spain Today Online acquires Indalo Restaurant and Health & Fitness GuidesYour definitive guides for dining, wellness and lifestyle across Murcia, Almeria and the Costa Blanca Spain Today Online is delighted to announce the acquisition of the Indalo Restaurant Guide and the Indalo Health, Fitness & Beauty Guide.. 25/09/2025

Caser Residencial personalised medical and nursing careThe Santo Ángel residential nursing home and elderly care centre gives you the confidence of having everything you need Caser Residencial Santo Ángel in Murcia is a specialised and fully equipped nursing care home and elderly residential..

Solar panels illuminate Spanish homes with sustainable energyHarnessing the sun’s power for a greener future Spain has emerged as a shining example in the realm of renewable energy, with an increasing number of households embracing solar power as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative, especially for..

Save up to 70 per cent on your energy bills with solar panelsMake huge savings on your electricity bills with Ecosolarspain Do you find yourself paying too much on your electricity bills at the end of the month? With the price of everything going up in Spain, not least of all energy, it would help to have some long-..

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