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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

Extreme heat pushes back reopening of Cartagonova bridge for another weekThe closure has been extended by another week after extreme heat and technical challenges delayed work, with additional roadworks in the Alameda de San Antón area continuing to affect traffic Drivers in Cartagena will have to put up with.. 20/07/2026

New statue in the centre of Cartagena in honour of fictional character Capitán AlatristeA homage to writer Arturo Pérez-Reverte and the soldiers who fought in Spain’s Golden Age On Friday 17th July the city of Cartagena added to its already impressive catalogue of statues in public squares with the unveiling in the Plaza del Cuartel..

Cartagena bars given extra terrace space for Spain's World Cup finalBars and restaurants will be allowed to expand their terraces on Sunday as fans gather to watch Spain take on Argentina Bars and restaurants in Cartagena will be allowed to temporarily expand their terraces this Sunday July 19 as Spain prepares to.. 17/07/2026

Los Nietos still waiting for beach pontoons as summer rolls onEarlier this year, plans were put foward to install floating pontoons on five beaches along the Mar Menor Los Nietos has reached mid July without the floating pontoons and access ramps that usually make its beaches accessible for swimmers, and residents.. 16/07/2026

Cartagena completes long-awaited repairs to El Portús seafront promenadeWork on the damaged seafront has been completed just as the Cartagena summer season gets fully underway The repair work on the El Portús seafront promenade in Cartagena has now been completed, bringing to an end more than a year of damage that.. 14/07/2026

These are the dates of Cartagena's street markets you need to know this summerCartagena is expanding its range of street markets this summer with five new markets The various coastal areas of the municipality of Cartagena – from those along the Mediterranean near Mazarrón to those up on the Mar Menor – have.. 26/06/2026

A day out with a difference in El Portús: kayakking followed by relaxation at the campsiteActive tourism blends seamlessly with winding down by the pool in this hidden bay on the coastline of Cartagena El Portús is one of those places it’s easy to miss on a visit to the coast of the Region of Murcia – well set back from the main..

Evening visits begin for the summer at the Roman Theatre of CartagenaWeekend events at the theatre museum ensure that there is something for all the family! The beginning of the summer season in Cartagena heralds the first of the 2026 evening tours at the Roman Theatre Museum in Cartagena, by some distance the most popular..

The best nudist beaches in the Region of MurciaGo bare by the sea at these peaceful Costa Cálida coves You may have done it already, or maybe you’re just curious, but at some point most people have wondered what it would be like to spend a day at the beach with nothing but the sea.. 14/07/2025

July 11 to August 20 La Hormiga Hippy Market in Cabo de PalosOne of the summer favourites returns to Cabo de Palos for 2026 Since it was first held in 2015 the La Hormiga hippy market has become a fixture in the summer life of the Costa Cálida, and this year the event returns to area on the way to the lighthouse..

The best snorkelling sites in the Region of Murcia!Crystalline Mediterranean waters and spectacular scenery and marine life make for great snorkelling beaches in the Costa Cálida Now that the heat of summer has reached the Costa Cálida there is no better way to cool down than with a dip in the..

July 29 to August 8 Cante de las Minas flamenco festival in La Unión 2026The programme for the 2023 edition of the Cante de las Minas The Cante de Las Minas Flamenco Festival, which has been awarded International Tourist Interest status, is held annually in late July and early August in the town of La Unión, celebrating..

Thursdays in July and August, Evening boat trips with live music in the harbour of CartagenaA great night of sunset chilling in the beautiful natural harbour of Cartagena This a great way to enjoy an evening out in Cartagena, with dusk trips out into the harbour and a special atmosphere as you cruise around the historic harbour and enjoy live entertainment..

July 25 to August 16 Annual fiestas in the Cartagena village of PerínDONKEY DAY falls this year on 8th August!! The village of Perín between the two main roads and the motorway between Cartagena and Mazarrón, nestling in the foothills of the mountains which separate the city from the bay of Mazarrón and..

Thursday to Sunday until the end of August, Sunset Market in Playa HondaArts and crafts, food and drink and activities for children at the southern end of the Mar Menor The Sunset Market in Playa Honda, at the southern end of the Mar Menor, opened for the first time this summer on Thursday 23rd July, and will remain the focal..

Until September 6 Paisaje del Tiempo historical photography exhibition in Cartagena3,000 years of history in Cartagena seen through images of the city’s architecture An architectural photography exhibition entitled “Paisaje del Tiempo” (The Landscape of Time) is now open at the Roman Theatre Museum in Cartagena, showing..

10 must-see museums in CartagenaFrom ancient to modern, from naval history to Roman architecture, Cartagena boasts a rich history on display in its museums! The city of Cartagena is steeped in so much history that if you’re interested in museums it’s difficult to know where to..

Great beach locations in Murcia to take your first dip of the year!Take your pick from the huge choice of beach locations and activities in the Costa Cálida With the weather warming up after a distinctly grim first three weeks of March, and the Easter holidays just around the corner, many of us are beginning to become..

10 sites to see prehistoric rock art in the Region of MurciaFrom Yecla and Moratalla in the north to Isla Plana in the south, Murcia was home to cave-dwelling artists as long as 10,000 years ago Hidden away in caves and rock shelters of the Murcia countryside is evidence that the forefathers of modern humans inhabited..