MURCIA MAR MENOR & CARTAGENA

AP-7 tunnel in Pilar de la Horadada shuts again for improvement worksDrivers will be diverted to the N-332 as €3.5 million lighting upgrade gets underway Just a couple of months after the road reopened following a fatal truck crash in May, the AP-7 tunnel in Pilar de la Horadada has been shut again until September.. 08/09/2025

Cartagena blooms for Carthaginians and Romans festival with 12,000 new plantsCity launches major floral makeover to welcome one of Spain’s most colourful historic fiestas Cartagena has started a lively transformation ahead of the Carthaginians and Romans Festival, with the city set to receive a total of 12,000 fresh plants.. 08/09/2025

Bids invited for the contract to begin work on the Los Alcázares cycle lane projectThe first stage will run along the coast from the beach of Playa de la Hita to Avenida Radiobaliza Óscar As Los Alcázares continues to strive for the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism, the contract has now been.. 08/09/2025

Was this the hottest summer ever in the Region of Murcia?Aemet breaks down the figures for an exceptionally hot month of August August 2025 has been confirmed as the third hottest August in at least 65 years in the Region of Murcia, according to the monthly climate report from Spain’s State Meteorological.. 05/09/2025

New drinking fountains installed in central CartagenaFountains installed at Paseo Alfonso XII and Plaza de España as part of wider hydration plan Cartagena is making staying hydrated easier with the installation of two new cold drinking fountains in the city centre this week. Following the launch.. 05/09/2025

Ensign Leonor takes flight at San JavierThe Princess of Asturias begins her final stage of military training as "just another student" with a strong bond to her classmates   Princess Leonor, the Princess of Asturias and heir to the Spanish throne, arrived at the San Javier.. 04/09/2025

Suspects arrested for stealing almost €50,000 in Mazarrón and OrihuelaVictims were followed after taking money out of banks Guardia Civil in the Region of Murcia have arrested three alleged members of a gang of thieves from Chile known as “Los Fantasmas” (the ghosts), which has already been broken up.. 04/09/2025

Cartagena to build between 15 and 20 new homes in La ConcepciónAffordable housing plans mark the start of a wider municipal strategy A previously unused plot of land behind the church in Cartagena’s La Concepción neighbourhood is set for new life, as the City Council prepares to build between 15 and.. 03/09/2025

Calling all chocolate lovers to Pilar de la HoradadaThe town is celebrating International Chocolate Day for a whole month, with special delicacies and free gifts International Chocolate Day is celebrated around the world every September 13, but Pilar de la Horadada has decided not only to join in.. 02/09/2025

Colina del Emperador now offers free breakfast with direct bookings!Guests booking directly through the website can now enjoy a complimentary breakfast Colina del Emperador, a family-run boutique hotel in La Manga del Mar Menor, has introduced a new benefit for guests: free breakfast with every booking made via their.. 02/09/2025

Murcia photo of the month September 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Despite Spain’s intense heat the intrepid photographers of LADCC were out and about again last month! Entries for this month’.. 01/09/2025

People affected by La Manga hotel salmonella outbreak now total 190Origin of food poisoning or disciplinary action against hotel have not yet been confirmed The outbreak of salmonella at the Hotel Izán Cavanna in La Manga del Mar Menor last weekend has now been confirmed to have affected 190 people, according.. 29/08/2025

Understanding non-resident property taxes in SpainA guide to the IRNR and rental income tax obligations for foreign homeowners from LS Solicitors Non-residents who own property in Spain are subject to a specific set of tax obligations that can be unfamiliar and, at times, confusing. Among these are the..

Rock Experience, a music school with a difference in Los Alcázares!Sign up for courses in various rock and pop skills over the next 9 months! The Town Hall Department of Culture in Los Alcázares has announced that registration is now open for the Rock Experience music school for the year 2025-26, with budding.. 28/08/2025

Environmental groups take legal action to stop potential hotel plans at the Cabo de Palos LighthouseThe Cartagena landmark has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest, but this doesn’t rule out commercial ventures At first glance, it might seem strange that an environmental group would oppose a declaration meant to protect the Cabo de Palos.. 27/08/2025

Cartagena city centre will soon look very different as redevelopment projects slowly reshape the old townTourism-focused building projects on derelict plots are slowly beginning to change the cityscape The city centre of Cartagena is currently undergoing a buzz of construction activity on many of its empty plots of land, which for years have been overgrown.. 27/08/2025

Smart Office team created in Los Alcázares as the town moves towards 'intelligent tourism'A cross-departmental team coordinates innovations to improve still further the sustainability and accessibility of tourism in Los Alcázares Following the announcement last week that approval has been given in Los Alcázares for plans to create.. 27/08/2025

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! This month, our pages are filled with inspirational ideas for your home and garden, together with some wonderful recipes, a what’s on guide, charity information, a business directory and more.. 27/08/2025

Where to listen to radio in English in southeast SpainEnglish-speakers and foreigners in Spain love listening to TKO Radio talk and music radio station in the car and at home! Due to its sizeable foreign population, southern Spain has radio that is 100% in English, dedicated to the foreign tourist and expat..

La Palmera Bar and Grill: Authentic flavours in the heart of Estrella de MarFrom hearty breakfasts to unforgettable roasts, Estrella de Mar’s favourite spot has it all La Palmera Bar and Grill in Estrella de Mar, Murcia, has built a well-earned reputation as one of the area’s favourite dining spots. Known for its welcoming..