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Modern Mediterranean living awaits at Villa Serena Sun Golf, Los AlcázaresThis boutique villa combines contemporary design, golf course views and a fantastic location close to the Mar Menor Finding the right property in Spain isn't just about choosing the right house. It's about finding the right location and having.. 27/07/2026

Region of Murcia wakes to smoke as Spanish wildfires continue to burnChanging winds have carried smoke from fires in central Spain and Castellón into Murcia Residents across the Region of Murcia woke to the smell of smoke on Monday July 27 after changing winds carried wildfire smoke from central Spain and Castell.. 27/07/2026

Murcia homeowners are cashing in by renting out their pools by the hourBookings have soared as people look for a more private way to cool off during the punishing Murcia summer With another scorching summer gripping the Region of Murcia, more homeowners are turning their swimming pools into a side hustle by renting them.. 27/07/2026

Murcia's homes are getting smaller, but prices continue to climbThe average new-build home is 25 square metres smaller than it was a decade ago, but buyers are often paying just as much, if not more Buying a home in Murcia is becoming increasingly difficult, and not just because prices continue to rise. New.. 27/07/2026

Camposol biogas plant Call to ArmsCamposol's Legal Platform against Biogas issue request for show of solidarity during the Town Hall Pleno meeting The Camposol's Legal Platform against Biogas ask that local residents and homeowners who have concerns regarding the proposed.. 27/07/2026

Summer sizzler returns with 38ºC temperatures: Murcia weather forecast July 27-30 Each day will become hotter than the last as high pressure settles over southern Spain once again After a slightly more comfortable weekend, the respite won't last long. Temperatures are set to creep upwards again across the Region of Murcia.. 27/07/2026

Scorching heat, violent storms, freak winds and wildfire strike Murcia and AlicanteA red heat warning was followed by more than 100 lightning strikes, muddy rain, damaging winds and wildfire that threatened homes The Region of Murcia and neighbouring Alicante Province experienced one of the most unusual days of weather so far.. 24/07/2026

Spain battles multiple major wildfires as emergency declared and more than 10,000 evacuatedGovernment takes control of the response in Madrid and Ávila as firefighters continue battling several large blazes across Spain and Europe sends extra aircraft to help Spain is facing one of its most serious wildfire emergencies of the.. 24/07/2026

Wildfire stabilised after residents evacuated from Camposol and Mazarrón Country ClubHundreds of emergency personnel worked through the night to stop the fire spreading towards nearby homes A major wildfire that forced precautionary evacuations in parts of Camposol, El Saladillo and Mazarrón Country Club has now been stabilised.. 24/07/2026

Murcia on red alert for 44ºC temperatures: Weather forecast July 23-26Lorca, Águilas and other towns are on red alert on Thursday, a warning which represents a serious risk to life   Weather alerts on Thursday July 23   After days of relentless heat, the Region of Murcia is heading into what.. 23/07/2026

Record cruise passenger numbers help Cartagena power to strongest first half of the yearCargo traffic topped 16.9 million tonnes between January and June, while cruise tourism reached its highest-ever level The Port of Cartagena has enjoyed a strong start to 2026, handling almost 17 million tonnes of cargo in the first six months of.. 23/07/2026

Mask advice issued as Lorca raises air pollution alert to Level 2The Ayuntamiento activated the alert after Saharan dust caused particle pollution to rise well above the recommended level People in Lorca are being asked to take extra care after the Ayuntamiento activated Level 2 of its air pollution protocol.. 23/07/2026

Garaje Madera: How a Wooden Garage Can Transform Your HomeA garaje madera, or wooden garage, is a practical and attractive solution for homeowners looking to protect their vehicles and make better use of their property. Usually built from treated or durable timber, a wooden garage provides a dedicated space for parking..

Spain has set out exactly how much greener your fuel needs to be by 2040, and here is what it means for driversNew government targets require fuel suppliers to blend rising percentages of biofuels and renewable gases into petrol and diesel over the next 15 years If you drive a petrol or diesel car in Spain, the fuel going into your tank is going to change gradually.. 23/07/2026

Old bathing jetty restored and reopened in Santiago de la RiberaThe 100-year-old original was destroyed in the heavy storms of 2019 Another of the historic bathing stations and jetties which marked the early years of tourism on the shore of the Mar Menor has been restored, following a joint project between the regional.. 22/07/2026

Renfe strike could affect one of the busiest travel weekends of the summerThousands of passengers could see their journeys affected as train drivers and onboard staff prepare to walk out over concerns about faulty air conditioning Anyone planning to travel by train at the end of the month may want to keep an eye on their.. 22/07/2026

Murcia heatwave turns deadly with 22 fatalitiesOrange weather alerts remain in place across much of the Region of Murcia as the third summer heatwave takes hold The Region of Murcia is facing another intense spell of summer heat this week, with temperatures expected to climb well above 40°.. 22/07/2026

World-famous ice-cream brand opens in Los AlcázaresThe store in Los Alcázares is only the 8th RivaReno shop in Spain The latest new business to be welcomed by the town of Los Alcázares has now opened in Plaza 525, where RivaReno Gelato are bringing their Italian ice-creams to their second.. 22/07/2026

New mountain hostel and interpretation centre in the mountains of Jumilla nears completionThe Santa Ana hills are soon to be home to recently renovated mountain hostel The second phase of work has begun on a project to convert the former birdlife recovery centre in the mountains of Santa Ana near Jumilla into a mountain shelter and interpretation.. 22/07/2026

Date confirmed for this summer's 'Embrace the Mar Menor' human chainMore than 40 organisations are backing this year's event, with human chains planned at rivers, lakes and coastlines across Spain and around the world A total of 45 environmental organisations and community groups are behind this year's.. 22/07/2026