TORREVIEJA, ALICANTE PROVINCE: NEWS

A windy but brighter few days ahead: Alicante weekend weather February 12-15Temperatures are expected to drop over the weekend, and there will be strong winds at times, but plenty of bright spells too The next few days in Alicante will feel chilly again, and the wind will pick up at times. The good news is there will be.. 12/02/2026

Passenger attacks Ryanair employee over hand luggage dispute at Palma AirportThe incident reportedly escalated quickly during check-in for a Ryanair flight to Madrid, leaving staff and passengers shaken According to local reports, a passenger at Palma de Mallorca airport got into a violent confrontation with a Ryanair employee..

New EU border checks raise fears of lengthy airport queues for UK travellersBiometric entry system already causing delays at popular Spanish and European destinations UK holiday makers in Spain or heading to Europe are being warned to brace themselves for potentially long queues at passport control as the EU’s.. 06/02/2026

Torrevieja to expand its overwhelmed hospital with 12,000 square metres of new landThe Mayor of Torrevieja has promised more beds and operating theatres but the budget and timeline remain unclear The Valencian Health Minister Marciano Gómez and Torrevieja Mayor Eduardo Dolón announced on Wednesday February 4 that the.. 05/02/2026

Mystery 'explosion' rattles windows across Orihuela Costa and TorreviejaThe loud bang that shook the Costa Blanca on Wednesday has been traced to military fighter jets If you were sitting at home in Orihuela Costa or Torrevieja on Wednesday afternoon, February 4, and nearly jumped out of your skin when a massive bang.. 05/02/2026

Torrevieja to get beautiful new park with sea views and giant lighthouseThe €12 million Alto de la Casilla park will cover 30,000 square metres and could open by early 2027 Torrevieja is getting one of its biggest green spaces yet, with plans for a huge new urban park that promises stunning views across the salt.. 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

Nearly half of Costa Blanca visitors don't stay in hotels as accommodation debate intensifiesNew figures highlight the growing role of second homes and family stays, even as Alicante looks to expand its international tourism reach Nearly half of all tourists visiting the province of Alicante are staying in second homes or with friends and family.. 26/01/2026

Trial starts in Alicante for criminal gang alleged to have sold used cars with the KM counters turned backTen defendants are accused of cheating around 100 second-hand vehicle buyers in the Vega Baja and Marina Baixa areas The suspects in a long-running alleged car scam in Alicante’s Vega Baja area are finally heading to court this week, with.. 26/01/2026

Tourist rentals in Spain drop for the first time in years in the country's most popular holiday hotspotsA new Exceltur report shows how tourist rentals fell nationwide as a result of the new regulations The number of tourist rental properties in Spain’s 25 most visited destinations fell by 4.1% in 2025. This is the first nationwide drop.. 22/01/2026

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

5 of the best water parks on the Costa BlancaBeat the heat on the Costa Blanca with unmissable excitement for all the family A sun-kissed stretch of Mediterranean coastline, the Costa Blanca is a haven for families and thrill-seekers alike. And what better way to beat the summer heat than a.. 19/09/2024

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

Top beaches to visit in Alicante, Spain: Ultimate Costa Blanca South beach guideVisit the top beaches on Spain’s Costa Blanca in Alicante The Costa Blanca is a paradise strip of coastline on Spain’s eastern coast, in the Alicante province of Valencia. Encompassing such tourist hotspots as Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa..

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

Artesanos de la Sal documentary about salt crafting in TorreviejaThe craft of making miniature models out of salt is in danger of disappearing from the Torrevieja salt lakes. The University of Alicante (UA) has produced a documentary which includes English subtitles, about the traditional salt craft found in Torrevieja.. 30/04/2021

Brexit collides with 1975 military law in Spain; British housebuyers must now obtain military permits in parts of the Vega Baja (Note: the limit of the military importance zone is not exact but approximate) Purchasers from third countries buying in areas designated as “Zones of Interest for National Defence” along the coastlines of Spain must obtain a military permit.. 08/02/2021