COSTA BLANCA, ALICANTE PROVINCE NEWS

All new road signs roll out in Spain next monthEverything you need to know about the upcoming road sign changes in Spain Spain is about to overhaul its entire traffic sign system once again this July and if you drive, cycle, walk or ride a scooter, these changes will affect you.   The good..

Delays for ITV inspections on the rise again in Alicante province: Up to 45 days in Benidorm!Drivers are advised to book early or look elsewhere for stations with sooner appointments to avoid being fined for an expired ITV Waiting times for ITV (MOT) vehicle inspections are increasing in Alicante province again, significantly in Benidorm.. 12/06/2025

Spain faces water safety crisis as drowning deaths surge before summer seasonMore than 150 lives have been lost to drowning in first half of 2025, with tourist season yet to begin The numbers are sobering and the trend deeply concerning. Spain is grappling with a water safety emergency that has already claimed more than 150.. 12/06/2025

Orihuela Costa deploys lifeguards early before summerService brought forward by two weeks as visitors flock to coast Manuel Mestre at the lifeguard hut on Playa la Glea The lifeguard service in Orihuela Costa started early this year, on the weekend of May 31-June 1, in response to the increasing.. 12/06/2025

Asteroid 2024 YR4 now on collision course with the MoonNASA has increased lunar impact probability to 4.3% for 2032, but Earth should be safe Space agencies worldwide are keeping a watchful eye on Asteroid 2024 YR4 as new calculations show an increasing likelihood of lunar impact.   NASA'.. 12/06/2025

Hazy and hot: Alicante weather forecast June 12-15Daytime temperatures will shoot up into the 30s this weekend in Alicante province Average temperatures expected on Sunday June 15   It’s going to be a bit of a strange weekend weather-wise in Alicante province. The temperatures will.. 12/06/2025

Airline passengers to pay more as EU gives green light to hand luggage feesThe EU has agreed that airlines can charge extra for all but the smallest carry-on bags Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair and several other budget airlines have been in the doghouse with the EU lately to the tune of millions of euros over supposedly.. 11/06/2025

Germans inch ahead of Brits for mortgages in SpainIn the first quarter of 2025, German buyers accounted for almost 17% of all home loan applications in Spain Despite the fact that house prices are climbing in Spain and the cost of mortgages is following suit, there’s still plenty of demand.. 10/06/2025

Beachside parking restrictions spark protests from campervan drivers in AlicanteSigns have sprung up in some of the most popular parking spots on the Costa Blanca banning campers and motorhomes The summer season has only just begun and the great campervan debate is already causing a stir up and down the Costa Blanca. Over the.. 10/06/2025

Supermarket giant opens 100 new stores in Spain while others are shutting downAlcampo recently delivered the shock news that it will be forced to close 25 locations across Spain There’s been a major shift in how we do our shopping, with most people these days opting to buy the majority of their groceries and day-to-day.. 10/06/2025

New ATM features in Spain aim to help older and disabled peopleCash machines in Spain will have bigger text, voice guidance and simpler menus When the nationwide blackout wiped out power and mobile networks across Spain at the end of April, most of us came to the uneasy realisation that cash is indeed still king.. 10/06/2025

Verano Joven returns to Spain with major summer discounts on trains and buses for young peopleFor the second year running, both EU and non-EU youngsters legally resident in Spain will be eligible Spain’s youth travel deal, designed to make it easier and cheaper for younger people to travel the country this summer, is about to return.. 09/06/2025

Solar flare hits Spain, potentially disrupting GPS and powerThe Spanish Space Agency issued a warning at the weekend after a powerful solar storm hit Earth’s magnetic field Just as Spain was finally starting to enjoy a bit of proper sunshine after months of gloom, there’s been a slightly more cosmic..

Experts warn of 'inhuman temperatures' throughout Spain from next weekAll indicators point to a brutally hot summer across Spain that could begin in the next couple of days I’m sure everyone has been enjoying the last few days of sunshine and warmth after a decidedly long winter but brace yourselves, as things are..

What you can expect to pay at the petrol pumps in Spain this weekendDiesel prices have hit a new annual low in Spain while petrol isn’t shifting If you’re planning on heading out somewhere nice over the weekend to take advantage of the glorious weather forecast in most of Spain, there’s both good.. 06/06/2025

The 'deadliest animal on the planet' takes over Spain this summerBelieve it or not, mosquitoes kill more than 750,000 people each and every year This year’s mosquito season is unfortunately shaping up to be a particularly rough one in Spain, with experts warning that heavy spring rains have created perfect.. 06/06/2025

PHOTOS: Fluffy baby flamingos hatch in TorreviejaIf you need something to brighten your day, check out the adorable new additions to La Mata’s salt lakes in Torrevieja If you're in need of a little pick-me-up today, let Torrevieja offer you a gentle reminder of nature's quiet magic.. 05/06/2025

Alicante airport becomes latest casualty of Ryanair axed flightsThe Irish airline is slashing flight routes across Spain to save money Not only is budget airline Ryanair following through on its promise to axe dozens of routes throughout Spain that aren’t financially viable, it’s also just scrapped.. 05/06/2025

Sweet treat, sour surprise: Why your ice cream in Spain might cost more this summerThe price of this key ingredient has doubled in a year and experts say it could push up the cost of your favourite summer treat Summer in Spain would not be complete without an ice cream or two; a sweet treat enjoyed by families, holidaymakers and locals.. 04/06/2025

Free train travel in Spain ends in July: This is what tickets will now costOn the plus side, Renfe is making it easier to travel with bicycles throughout Spain from mid-July From July 1, 2025, Spain’s free train travel scheme will come to an end and Renfe, the country’s state-run rail company, will introduce.. 04/06/2025