ANDALUCIA NEWS

Ryanair will no longer accept paper boarding cards from next monthThe budget airline is going fully digital in November so customers won’t be issued physical boarding passes Budget airline Ryanair has been quietly working away in the background to make the switch and the date is almost upon us: from Wednesday November..

The majestic Club Med 2 returns to Spanish shores this autumnCelebrating 75 years of all-inclusive luxury with two unforgettable voyages along Spain’s coast and beyond The majestic Club Med 2, the world’s largest sailing ship of its kind, returned to Spain this autumn with two spectacular voyages blending.. 31/10/2025

Aldi crowned 'Best Supermarket of the Year 2026' by Spanish shoppersConsumers praise Aldi for quality, affordability and simplicity in shopping experience Aldi has scooped not one but two top awards as Spain’s favourite supermarket chain for 2026. Recognised as both the “Best Supermarket” and the &ldquo.. 31/10/2025

Second West Nile fever case confirmed in Andalucía as alert zones expandNew infections in Seville follow first case earlier this season amid heightened mosquito surveillance Andalucía’s health authorities have confirmed a second West Nile fever case this season, this time in a man from Morón de la Frontera.. 31/10/2025

4.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Almería late Wednesday nightTremor felt across large areas of the province, including parts of Granada and Málaga A 4.2 magnitude earthquake shook the province of Almería at 10.38pm on Wednesday October 29. The National Geographic Institute (IGN) pinpointed the epicentre.. 30/10/2025

Supermarkets and shops opening in Spain this Saturday November 1All Saints' Day is a bank holiday throughout Spain on November 1 so many stores will remain closed November 1, the day after Halloween, is a national holiday in Spain every year. Every region and town in Spain has a local holiday on.. 30/10/2025

Andalucía weekend weather forecast October 30 - November 2: Cloud, rain and autumn breezesA blend of cloud cover, light rain and refreshing coastal breezes keeping temperatures mild Autumn is really settling in across Andalucía. Expect more clouds, some light rain, and fresh breezes coming off both the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts.. 30/10/2025

12 ways to keep your Halloween fun, safe and friendly to your walletPractical tips for costumes, makeup and savings so your celebrations won’t come back to haunt you It’s that time of year when witches and wizards of all ages dust off their costumes for another night of Halloween fun. Whether you’ll.. 30/10/2025

Incredibly rare white Iberian lynx photographed in AndaluciaThe striking pale lynx has captivated Spain, though experts say the colour change is temporary When nature photographer Ángel Hidalgo captured images of a snow-white Iberian lynx in Jaén province on October 22, the photos spread like.. 30/10/2025

Halloween in Spain and why November 1 is a public holiday‘All Saints Day’ is a bank holiday in Spain on November 1... find out why, and what is so special about this Spanish holiday November 1 is a national holiday in Spain every year, but why is the day after Halloween a Spanish public holiday.. 30/10/2025

Spain's new phone app will save you money every time you refuelRuta-E shows real-time prices at petrol stations and electric charging points across Spain There’s no denying the fact that we all want to pay as little as possible when filling up the tank or charging our car battery. Nobody enjoys watching.. 30/10/2025

Double the fines in Spain for parking in disabled spotsSpain plans to increase the penalty from €200 to €500 Unfortunately, we've all seen it. Someone nipping into a disabled parking space for "just a minute" while they run an errand, completely oblivious to the person with mobility.. 30/10/2025

WATCH: Cars submerged and streets underwater as freak storm hits AndalucíaMore than 1,300 incidents were reported over the driving winds and rain, the majority in Sevilla and Huelva   ⛔️Nunca cruces por zonas anegadas. ✋Evita el tránsito en zonas próximas a los cauces, especialmente si está.. 30/10/2025

Six months after Spain's blackout: Higher bills, grid problems and no answersWhat’s changed since the big power cut in April Back in April, Spain experienced its biggest power blackout in decades. On Monday April 28, millions of people across the country were left without electricity for up hours. The blackout happened because.. 29/10/2025

How to check what last-minute budget Imserso holidays are still availableImserso trips for pensioners are selling out fast, but there are still some bargain holidays available across Spain The Imserso tourist scheme is a Spanish government-subsidised holiday programme for pensioners and retirees, offering heavily discounted.. 29/10/2025

Spain backs EU decision to ban petrol and diesel cars by 2035Paris and Madrid both agree the 2035 target must be maintained, but call for "made in Europe" incentives to help the struggling automotive industry Spain and France have this week thrown their support behind the EU's controversial 2035.. 29/10/2025

One year on from Spain's deadly DANA, the storm that killed over 200 people in Valencia and caused more than €10 billion in damageOne year after the catastrophic floods that devastated the province of Valencia and other parts of Spain, many residents are still struggling to rebuild their lives while communities mourn the 229 victims lost to the deadliest storm in recent history.. 29/10/2025

Andalucía's first 'Green MOT' vehicle inspection station will reduce journeys and support electric vehiclesThe energy efficient facility is to be built in La Línea de la Concepción, one of the area’s busiest areas for vehicle inspections Andalucía’s regional government has agreed to build its first “sustainable&rdquo.. 29/10/2025

Record-breaking drug bust in Cádiz uncovers 20 tons of hashish hidden among peppersTwenty arrested as police dismantle two drug trafficking operations targeting Europe via refrigerated trucks In a major breakthrough, Spanish police have intercepted a staggering 20 tons of hashish concealed inside refrigerated trucks transporting green.. 29/10/2025

These are the Sundays and public holidays that shops in Andalucía will open in 2026The 16 approved dates cover key sales seasons, long weekends and the Christmas holidays Shoppers in Andalucía can plan ahead for 2026, as the regional government has now confirmed the 16 Sundays and public holidays when businesses will be allowed.. 29/10/2025