MURCIA LIFESTYLE

Joan's Keyholding & Rental offers Murcia's second home owners a hands-off way to manage their propertiesThe Hacienda del Álamo company offers keyholding, rentals and cleaning with a perfect five star rating on Google on several Murcia resorts September tends to mark a turning point for a lot of second home owners in the Region of Murcia, as the.. 25/08/2026

How expats in Spain can take control of their financial futureElysium Wealth Advisors offers independent financial advice tailored to the individual needs and goals of UK expats living in Spain For UK expats living in Spain, pensions, investments, tax, property and plans for the future can all become part of.. 25/08/2026

Vera is getting an AVE station: What it means for buyersVera-Almanzora will be one of only four AVE stations on the new 198-kilometre line   For years, the prospect of high speed rail reaching the Almería coast has been something talked about in terms of what might happen in the future.. 25/08/2026

Most people in Spain still don't tip regularly, and the majority want to keep it that wayNew survey data reveals how Spanish diners really feel about tipping, and the results might surprise you Ask anyone who has moved to Spain from the UK or the US and one of the first things they notice is how different the tipping culture feels here... 24/08/2026

The most expensive street to buy a home in Murcia will cost you €700,000, and it's probably not where you'd expectA new study reveals the priciest addresses across Spain, from a Mallorca road where homes average €15 million to the top street right here in the Region If you have ever walked along Gran Vía Escultor Francisco Salzillo in Murcia city.. 21/08/2026

Spanish pensions are worth more relative to salaries than they were a decade agoMurcia retirees receive an average of €1,420 a month, and the gap between working income and pension has narrowed significantly in recent years   If you're retired in the Region of Murcia, the average monthly pension is €1,420, which.. 21/08/2026

Keep the kids busy this August with free workshops at Cartagena's Museum of Modern ArtThree creative sessions running every week until the end of August, all free and open to children aged 6 to 12 August is ticking by, but there's still time to take advantage of one of the better free activities on offer for children in Cartagena this.. 20/08/2026

The relocation experts helping families move to and from Spain without the summer stressGLOBAL has spent more than 35 years managing international moves so families don't have to lift a single box in the heat Packing boxes in the midday sun is nobody's idea of a good time and with temperatures across Spain climbing well into.. 19/08/2026

Spain's Mediterranean coast is quietly becoming a major destination for swinger tourismFrom Murcia and Alicante to the Costa del Sol and beyond, liberal leisure is growing fast along southern Spain's coastline this summer Spain has long been known for its sunshine, beaches and relaxed attitude to life, but there's another kind of.. 19/08/2026

How To Travel Around Europe By Bus: A Budget-Friendly Guide for First-TimersEurope is home to over 40 countries, and bus travel is a great way to experience the continent. Traveling Europe by bus is a smart choice, offering a cheap, safe, and comfortable alternative to planes and trains. Picture saving a chunk of your budget for sightseeing..

Spotted a purple flag on the beach? Here's what it means and why you shouldn't ignore itSpain's beach flag system could keep you safe this summer, and one colour in particular catches many people off guard Most of us know the basics. Green means go, red means no. But spend enough time on Spanish beaches and you'll eventually spot.. 19/08/2026

Budget Imserso holidays go on sale for pensioners in the Region of Murcia this SeptemberSales for the 2026-2027 season open on September 16 for priority members across Spain and September 17 for everyone else Pensioners across the Region of Murcia and the rest of Spain will soon be able to get their hands on this year's Imserso trips.. 19/08/2026

Celebrate the grape harvest at Jumilla's Grand Wine Parade with Raquel Tours this AugustRaquel Tours is running a special evening excursion to Jumilla's Fiestas de la Vendimia on Saturday August 22, priced at just €35 per person Summer in the Region of Murcia brings plenty of excuses to get out and celebrate and few events capture.. 18/08/2026

How a nursing home in Murcia helped British resident Barry walk againBarry regained his mobility and independence with the help of the International Unit at Caser Residencial Santo Ángel in Murcia For anyone who's ever worried about what would happen if they needed specialist care while living abroad, Barry.. 18/08/2026

Seguro Parking offers more than airport parking at Alicante and MurciaSeguro Parking's PLUS+ programme and bodywork repair service mean your car can be checked, maintained and repaired while you're away Most people leave their car at the airport because they're going on holiday, but what if you could come.. 17/08/2026

Murcia's countryside is stealing some of the summer spotlightRural accommodation reached 83% occupancy in July and is expected to hit 93% in August, properties with swimming pools are already fully booked Beaches might be one of Murcia's biggest attractions, but this summer there's another part of.. 17/08/2026

Murcia is quietly becoming one of Spain's most sought-after filming destinations, and Hollywood has noticedFrom Fast & Furious to The Walking Dead, the region is attracting major productions and aiming for 75 in 2026 alone Stand in the Mahoya desert near Abanilla on any given day and you might find yourself on the border between Mexico and the United States.. 17/08/2026

Montessori British School Murcia celebrates 100% pass rate in 2026 International A Level examsOutstanding results highlight the school’s focus on individual talents interests and personalised learning Montessori British School Murcia is celebrating another impressive set of results after its students achieved a 100% pass rate in the.. 17/08/2026

Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027Spain’s retirement age reaches 67 next year, but you could still retire at 65 depending on how long you’ve paid into the system Are you already dreaming of the day you can relegate the suit to the back of the wardrobe in favour of flip.. 17/08/2026

Living costs rise sharply in Murcia as transport prices climb 7.7%Prices rose 0.7 percentage points in July as transport costs jumped 7.7% compared with the same month last year The cost of living in the Region of Murcia has risen sharply, with inflation reaching 3.7% in July compared with the same month last year.. 14/08/2026