Beaches
Expats Embrace Spooky Season in the Spanish Sun
A familiar chill, both literally and figuratively, descends upon the Costa Blanca as October comes to an end. Although this region of Spain is well-known for...
84-year-old man dies while bathing on a Guardamar beach
On Sunday, October 19th, an 84-year-old man died while swimming at Les Roquetes beach in Guardamar del Segura. Around 2:20 p.m., witnesses said that lifeguards...
Costa Blanca Charm: Beyond the Beaches to its Beautiful Old Town
Although the Costa Blanca is well-known throughout the world for its golden beaches and sun-kissed resorts, you must venture into its ancient heart to fully...
Your Weekend Wanderlist: Sunshine, Sangria & Smiles on the Costa Blanca
Hola, weekend warriors! Are you prepared to create lifelong memories and enjoy some beautiful Spanish sunshine? This weekend is jam-packed with amazing events...
Urbanova, the seaside campsite that’s making a comeback in Alicante
The signage, warnings, and patrols have not been adequate. Urbanova, the Alicante neighbourhood that seemed to have calmed down last April, is once again home...
Towns have suspended all activities today due to the red alert for rain
The Generalitat’s Emergency Coordination Centre has issued a red alert for heavy rain, so towns in the province of Alicante, including the capital Elche,...
Thirty-six loggerhead turtles released onto La Marina beach in Elche
On Monday, October 6th, 36 loggerhead turtles (Caretta caretta) were released at La Marina beach in Elche (Alicante). They were born in 2024 from two nests...
Alicante begins work to complete the Local Police HQ in Playa de San Juan
The Alicante City Council has begun work to adapt the Local Police Headquarters, located on Avenida Locutor Vicente Hipólito, as agreed with the municipal...
Sixteen turtles re-enter the sea off Torrevieja a year after being born
Sixteen sea turtles born in 2024 were released this week at La Mata beach. They arrived from the nest of the turtle “Pura Vida” on Los Locos beach....
Welcome to October: Where Autumn Meets the Mediterranean on the Costa Blanca
As the calendar turns to October, much of the world celebrates the crisp air, falling leaves, and pumpkin spice lattes! But on Spain’s glorious Costa...
