TORREVIEJA, TORREVIEJA LOCAL NEWS

Dutch woman goes on stabbing spree in Torrevieja restaurantThe woman injured a postman, a waiter and a diner in the bustling Costa Blanca city A knife-wielding Dutch woman caused widespread panic on Tuesday December 9 when she attacked staff and diners at two restaurants in the Rocío del Mar urbanisation.. 11/12/2025

Torrevieja rescuers free rare violet stingray after rocky strandingLocal police unit and nautical club sailors successfully return her to the sea A violet stingray (Pteroplatytrygon violacea), not often seen around Torrevieja, was found alive but stranded on rocks on Monday December 8. Luckily, she was spotted and helped.. 09/12/2025

A warm and festive welcome awaits at Thai Food Khon Kaen Torrevieja this ChristmasThe Torrevieja restaurant is open as usual throughout the holidays with Christmas treats, a new coffee station and a fun game with the chance to win a free meal Thai Food Khon Kaen in Torrevieja is getting into the Christmas spirit while keeping everything.. 09/12/2025

Investigation launched into death of Irish couple in Orihuela Costa houseNeighbours alerted police when unusual smells started coming from the Vega Baja property The Guardia Civil has opened an investigation into the deaths of an Irish couple whose bodies were discovered inside a property on a tourist residential development.. 04/12/2025

Cabo Roig rejoins the Mediterranean Trail as cliff walk reopensThe famous Orihuela Costa coastal path was blocked off by homeowners for years Hikers tackling the famous Mediterranean Trail through Orihuela Costa can finally ditch a frustrating detour that's been forcing them inland for the past few years... 28/11/2025

Wetherspoon is opening its first pub overseas... and it's at Alicante Airport!The pub is set to open at the end of January 2026 Britain’s favourite pub has announced it will be opening its first establishment abroad, and Spain’s Costa Blanca has been chosen as the location to be awarded this honour. Having a cheeky.. 21/11/2025

Fun, interactive workshop to fight dementia at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel, MurciaA gathering that brought joy, connection and meaningful interaction The staff at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel nursing home for the elderly in Murcia city recently hosted a warm and uplifting gathering with the Alzheimer’s Association, creating.. 17/11/2025

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

Where to listen to radio in English in southeast SpainEnglish-speakers and foreigners in Spain love listening to TKO Radio talk and music radio station in the car and at home! Due to its sizeable foreign population, southern Spain has radio that is 100% in English, dedicated to the foreign tourist and expat..

Heat pumps vs air conditioning: What's the smarter choice for your Spanish home?Understand the difference before deciding how to cool and heat your living space   If you’re preparing to install air conditioning in your home, you’re not alone. Many residents in Spain are doing the same as temperatures climb. But.. 10/06/2025

Thinking of air conditioning? Here's why you might want to consider a heat pump instead...Before you commit to cooling alone, find out how a heat pump could heat, cool and cut your energy bills   When the Spanish sun beats down, installing air conditioning can feel like the only option. But before you go ahead with your order, it&rsquo.. 12/05/2025

Heat pumps, the new way to heat and cool homes that everyone is talking aboutNeed air conditioning for your home in Spain this summer? Heat pumps offer a smarter, more efficient way to stay cool and comfortable all year round... As temperatures begin to climb on the approach to summer, many homeowners in Spain start thinking about.. 08/04/2025

Catering an event in Murcia or Alicante with a hog roast and pulled porkJulian's perfect Hog Roast Murcia is the only hog roast company in Murcia and Alicante Anyone who has ever held an event in Murcia or Alicante will know the challenge of trying to feed the masses who turn up. Whether it's a public event like a..

Where to get help with Excom internet, phone and TV service in SpainHere is a list of Excom stores in Alicante and Murcia and contact details Mobile, WiFi and television service provider Excom is a favourite among expats living in Spain and those who have a second home in the country, largely thanks to their flagship policy..

Using Excom mobile phone service abroad: Calls and internet dataFind out all about roaming, international calls and using your Spanish SIM card outside of Spain Spain-based telecoms company Excom is a popular provider for expats living in Spain who need mobile data, texts and calls, as well as flexible home WiFi..

Internet in Spain for home and mobile with no extra fees from ExcomGet the best mobile internet and home WiFi in Spain from Excom Telecable Many people coming to Spain, whether permanently or for an extended vacation, wonder how they can get WiFi internet for their home and data for their mobile phone, plus calls.. 13/02/2024

Costa Blanca day trips: 6 fantastic places to discover in southern AlicanteMake the most of the cooler weather and enjoy everything the Costa Blanca has to offer this autumn/winter The Costa Blanca, or the White Coast in English, effortlessly conjures up images of pristine Mediterranean beaches and turquoise waters. But.. 21/11/2023

Import your UK-registered car onto Spanish plates with Car Registrations SpainNow offering complete and low-cost import procedure management in Murcia, Alicante and Almería When making the move to Spain many UK nationals prefer to continue driving their British-registered car, but a surprising number are not aware of the regulations..

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..

The 4 popular Spanish holiday destinations you cannot reach by trainIncredibly, the coastal tourist spots Torrevieja, Marbella and Almeria's Roquetas de Mar and El Ejido do not have rail connections Despite having more than 80,000 inhabitants with a five-fold increase during the summer, four popular Spanish holiday.. 21/02/2022